Category Advisor (Mining Equipment)

De Beers Group
Johannesburg
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Supply Chain & LogisticsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Agile mindset","Risk assessment","Data analysis","Negotiation","Supplier relationship management"]

Support commercial activities for a mining equipment category portfolio by executing sourcing and contracting plans, building supplier relationships, and improving value delivery. Partner with stakeholders to develop category strategies using data analysis, track dashboard KPIs, and manage risks and issues through governance and compliance. Drive sustainable value through ESG, TCO, innovation, and inclusive procurement initiatives while ensuring safe, responsible procurement across the contract lifecycle.

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De Beers Group
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Category Advisor (Mining Equipment)

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Job Summary

Support commercial activities for a mining equipment category portfolio by executing sourcing and contracting plans, building supplier relationships, and improving value delivery. Partner with stakeholders to develop category strategies using data analysis, track dashboard KPIs, and manage risks and issues through governance and compliance. Drive sustainable value through ESG, TCO, innovation, and inclusive procurement initiatives while ensuring safe, responsible procurement across the contract lifecycle.
Location: Johannesburg
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Supply Chain & Logistics
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Ensure safety, health, and environmental compliance for transactional purchasing activities, including regular risk assessments and escalation of risks/issues.
  • •Support development and execution of category, sourcing, and contracting strategies through data gathering and analysis.
  • •Maintain relationships with strategic suppliers and support value creation through innovation, risk mitigation, and improvement across the supplier relationship lifecycle.
  • •Track commercial dashboard KPIs (e.g., cycle times, contract coverage, supplier/contractor performance) and proactively address and escalate issues.
  • •Compile and execute sourcing events and handle contracting administration (price files, variations, amendments), reporting routine/tactical sourcing and contracting activities.

Key Requirements

  • •3-5 years of relevant experience with sound technical knowledge across the supply chain value chain and its components.
  • •Knowledge of sourcing strategies, contracting frameworks, and related legal considerations.
  • •Familiarity with integrating commercial, procurement, supplier management, and purchasing principles and practices.
  • •Awareness of safety standards, sustainability frameworks, and inclusive procurement policies within supply chain operations.
  • •Relevant qualification: Grade 12 / N3 Technical, or National Diploma in Supply Chain/Logistics Management/Procurement (NQF6); Bachelor’s degree (NQF7) is preferred.
Experience:MiningMining equipmentSupply chainProcurementContracting
Education:Bachelor's in Supply Chain/Logistics Management/Procurement
Skills:Agile mindsetRisk assessmentData analysisNegotiationSupplier relationship management
Licenses:SA Drivers Licence: Code B (Light Vehicle)
Languages:English

Company Brief

De Beers Group
Global diamond company specialising in diamond exploration, mining, trading and retail, operating across mining, polishing and luxury jewellery brands including De Beers London, Forevermark and Element Six.
Industry: Mining & Metals
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Headquarters: London, United Kingdom
Founded: 1888
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