Procurement Specialist

AngloGold Ashanti (“AGA”), a leading global mining company, boasts a vibrant and inviting culture that beckons new individuals to join its ranks. Embracing diversity and inclusion, the company fosters an environment where every employee is valued and celebrated for their unique perspectives and contributions. Collaboration and teamwork are at the core of their culture, promoting a sense of unity and shared goals amongst employees. Additionally, AngloGold Ashanti prioritizes employee growth and development, offering ample opportunities for career advancement and professional enrichment.Joining this dynamic organization means becoming a part of a culture that champions innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to making a meaningful impact in the mining industry and the broader community. The AGA Africa Business Unit is seeking experienced and self-motivated persons to join our team.The Opportunity To manage and control the overall life cycle of contracts to ensure the accuracy, completeness, legal and regulatory compliance for medium and large projects in the Africa Business Unit (ABU) Project. The role holder ensures that all contracts are cost effective, achieves quality and local content requirements through effective engagement of relevant stake holders.Additionally, advising on all relevant construction projects undertaken by the Mines in the Business Unit to ensure compliance with OHSAS 18001 and ISO 14001 Implementation principles within the area of accountability for both permanent and contract employees. The reporting structure is expected to change when preparing for construction phase with possible integration with the Africa Projects BU.AccountabilitiesModelling behaviour that is consistent with the AGA Safety Vision and Values, assisting in driving a culture where Safety is our first value, and providing support for incident/accident investigations where required.Governance, commercial due diligence, and support to capital projects contracts to ensure the compliance of all relevant AGA’s standards.Ensure the health and safety of all personnel associated with the projects.Organize, and manage all contract documents related to the project, including contract policies, procedures, and standards.Management of contract registers, documents, and templates as it relates to local content, Pre-qualification, preferred bidders list.Develop and implement a Contracts Management Plan for medium and large projects.Review the project contracts plan in in line with the scope of works, schedule, costs and safety.Coordinate the Request for Tender (RFT)/Request for Proposal (RFP), tender analysis, evaluation, and award process in line with project deliverables.Manage accurate registers for all correspondence, Variations, Warranties, and Retentions for work packages.Ensure effective management of tendering process for site works and services.Oversee the tender proposal process, package preparation, issuing tender packages to market, reviewing, and analysing responses.Prepare commercial analysis and recommendation for award for management to support the decision making and award process.Review all clarifications and qualifications to tender terms and conditions and develop strategies to optimise outcomes.Oversee inspections of vendor facilities and assessing suitability of vendors.Review costs and consider corrective actions if deviations from budget arise or are forecast to occur. Report regularly to Management on all procurement matters.Coordinate the technical and commercial alignment process, liaise with legal to ensure the AGAG position is protected with regards to risk, and documents are executed in a timely manner and in line with budget, schedule and quality expectations.Liaise with legal to ensure preparation of contract and supply agreements support project needs and outcomes.Ensure all aspects of commercial, legal, and financial corporate governance are implemented in accordance with AGA standards.Support the implementation of site initiatives such as fatigue management, Diversity & Inclusion, wellness programmes and mentorship Programme etc.Identify and report compliance violations and assist with investigations.Build capacity of team members on compliance related matters (e.g., communications regarding bribery/corruption, ethics, conflicts of interest, gifts, etc.).Ensure the project contracts meets its environmental, community and other obligations as prescribed in the AGA policy.About YouPeople are at the heart of everything we do. We want you to collaborate with us, share your ideas and feel confident to challenge the status quo. To be considered, you will demonstrate:QualificationsA bachelor’s degree in commerce, Supply Chain, Procurement, Logistics or equivalent Experience5-10 years’ proven experience in working on capital projects >$10m)At least 5 years relevant experience in contracts management for medium and large projects.Strong interpersonal, influencing and communication skills.Ability to take a business perspective in managing multiple competing priorities and reconciling these with the project’s strategic priorities.Demonstrated strategic and analytical thinking.Demonstrated capacity to make sound short-term tactical decisions – quickly assembling and interpreting data to successfully action priorities. Demonstrated capability in organising work, setting priorities, and exercising sound independent judgement. Culture And BenefitsOur workplace demonstrates dignity and respect for each other, we offer challenging work, highly competitive remuneration that is regularly adjusted to market conditions, and career development opportunities. At AGA, we consider learning as a shared responsibility, and your personal development is important to us.MODE OF APPLICATIONInterested applicants should view the full advert details on the company’s career page address below and submit applications, with a detailed CV, online viawww.anglogoldashanti.com/company/careersBEWARE OF CONMEN! AGA does not receive money in exchange for a job position. 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