Mines Procurement Specialist at Dangote

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.