Contract Administrator

The Client

Our client is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies and a major producer and marketer of more than 90 commodities. Their operations comprise around 150 mining and metallurgical sites, oil production assets, and agricultural facilities – supported by a network of more than 90 offices located in over 50 countries. They employ approximately 160,000 people including contractors and they provide people with the opportunity to develop and grow their expertise and the confidence to grow their careers. Their Values of Safety, Integrity, Responsibility, Openness, Simplicity and Entrepreneurialism are at the heart of their culture and the way they do business.

Scope of work

An opportunity exists for a Contracts Specialist to join the Strategy team of our large mining client. Reporting to the Contracts Superintendent – but working closely with the Senior Contracts Specialist in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Senior Contracts Specialist in the delivery of required contracts for goods and services to support mining related activity
• Providing advice to senior managers within the business to mitigate contractual risk
• Tendering, negotiation, analysis, award and management of Agreements for Good and Services.
• Undertaking market intelligence to identify preferred contractors of required services.
• Leading negotiations on terms and conditions with preferred suppliers
• Providing support and advice to internal stakeholders, including the broader procurement team in relation to commercial related matters
• Compiling Agreement documentation, recommendations for award and managing variations.
• Placement and management of purchase orders
• Resolution of invoice mismatches, disputes and claims

Qualifications

• 5 – 10 years’ experience in a similar role providing full life cycle contract management services
• Experience within mining, resources, heavy industries or construction (desirable).
• Experience in a Coal Mine is a plus.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a business, commerce, legal or engineering disciplines.
• Strong commercial and business acumen
• The ability to build effective stakeholder relationships

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