Mines Procurement Specialist
Location: Ankpa, Kogi
About the Role
- We are seeking a proactive and strategically minded Mines Procurement Specialist to support our mining operations by ensuring the timely, cost effective, and compliant sourcing of equipment, materials, and services.
- This role sits at the intersection of supplier performance, operational reliability, and commercial excellence—critical to keeping our mine sites running efficiently and safely.
- The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator, a relationship builder, and an analytical thinker with experience supporting large scale industrial or mining operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Source, evaluate, and onboard suppliers that meet mining specific technical, quality, and safety standards.
- Prepare, process, and manage purchase orders for equipment, spare parts, consumables, and services.
- Lead negotiations and oversee contracts to ensure competitive pricing, favourable terms, and full compliance.
- Build strong supplier relationships to drive performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
- Monitor market trends and conduct cost analyses to identify cost saving opportunities.
- Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and warehousing teams to forecast needs and optimize inventory levels.
- Assess supplier risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard operational continuity.
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, safety regulations, and industry standards.
- Track KPIs, prepare procurement reports, and support data driven decision making.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to align procurement initiatives with broader operational goals.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- 3 - 5 years of procurement experience in mining, heavy industry, oil & gas, manufacturing, or similar environments.
- Demonstrated negotiation and contract management skills.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency with procurement systems/ERP tools.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements within industrial operations.
Key Competencies:
- Strategic Sourcing
- Commercial & Negotiation Skills
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Risk Management
- Cost & Data Analysis
- Cross Functional Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving & Initiative.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to influence procurement strategy in a mission critical operational environment.
- Work with high impact teams in a dynamic industrial setting.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online