Supply chain and logistics

Buyer- S2

Sandvik Mining is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. We are proud to be recognized on the Forbes Top 50 Global Employers List.

The Role

To procure goods and services for the Sales Area, in accordance with Sandvik policies and procedures, set targets and in line with Sandvik category strategies to contribute to the formulation of global procurement strategies from a Sales Area perspective.

Key Performance Areas

Source quotations for the procurement of goods and services in accordance with the procurement policy.
Confirm suppliers are BBBEE compliant and analyse quality and pricing of services and/or goods.
Coordinate the approval of the quotations by the Divisional Head.
Create purchase orders and submit to supplier for processing
Confirm the delivery date with the supplier and advise the requestor.
Submit procurement documentation to Finance for processing.
Conduct follow ups to ensure goods and services have been received; liaise with the supplier on any late or non-deliveries.
Expedite purchase orders to ensure all purchase orders are closed by month end.
Understand and analyse the existing supply market in the category and the positioning in the market.
Determine the purchasing plan for a specific procurement requirement i.e. complexity, spend and risk factors, in conjunction with global category management.
Initiate requests for proposals (RFP) with the requestor for review by the Senior Buyer.
Coordinate the submission of the list of suppliers and relevant tender information for the tender platform.
Liaise with the service providers to advertise tenders open on the tender platform.
Coordinate tender evaluations by setting up dates and scheduling with the relevant stakeholders.
Implement the final decision on the selection of the supplier, in accordance with the procurement policy, and mobilise the supplier onto site or link supplier.
Send communication to the tenderers i.e. award letter to the winning tenderer and reject letters to the unawarded tenderers.
Coordinate negotiations on pricing during supplier contract drafting.
Coordinate the drafting of the supplier contract using the standard templates for contracts, and submit it for review by Manager or Senior Buyer.
Monitor the success of supplier contracts and report on savings and supplier performance.
Manage 3rd party service provider to ensure supplier is successfully onboarded, within a given time frame.
Ensure that all the relevant documentation has been submitted to the service provider and that the relevant contracts are signed.
Request for BBBEE certifications from suppliers.
Provide advice to suppliers on BBBEE certification requirements.
Maintain confidentiality of quotes received.

Profile Required

Matric or equivalent qualification
National Diploma (NQF Level 5) in Supply Chain Management advantageous
2-3 years’ experience in procurement
Relevant experience from category driven Purchasing, Supply, Production, Sales and/or Finance
Exposure to environment with sensitive/confidential information.
Understanding of procurement processes.
Understanding of the fundamentals of internal controls.
Excellent drafting and writing capability.
Physical and medical ability to work in a mining environment
Computer literacy in Microsoft Suite
English proficiency
Valid driver’s license

How to apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers.

Applications close: 21 October 2025

We offer an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for your professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers.

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