Procurement Officer

Reference Number: GIB-398
Job Type: Contract
Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Company: GIBB Mining (GIBB Group)
Category: Procurement / Supply Chain / Engineering

Job Overview

GIBB Mining, a subsidiary of the GIBB Group, is seeking a Procurement Officer to support mining project procurement activities.

GIBB Mining is a multi-disciplinary engineering design and project management company specialising in innovative and sustainable solutions for mining projects, from concept stage to commissioning and handover.

The Procurement Officer will manage the full procurement lifecycle for project packages, ensuring compliance with governance procedures, maintaining ethical procurement standards, and supporting efficient sourcing and tendering processes.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Tender Management

• Compile Pre-RFQ bidder lists and obtain necessary approvals.

• Prepare RFQ documents using approved templates and procedures.

• Issue RFQs and manage tender documentation.

• Participate in tender openings and maintain procurement records.

Supplier & Contract Management

• Coordinate with Quantity Surveyors for price analysis.

• Conduct bid evaluations and manage vendor queries.

• Prepare commercial documentation for contract awards.

• Facilitate purchase order approvals and placement.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with GIBB and client procurement governance standards.

• Maintain audit-ready procurement records.

• Monitor procurement bonds and change-management registers.

• Inform the Procurement Manager of any deviations from procedures.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Interface with engineering teams to support the Procurement Operating Plan.

• Attend pre- and post-tender clarification meetings.

• Compile tender adjudication reports and contract documentation.

• Provide monthly procurement reports for EPCM and contractor meetings.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

• Procurement Diploma or Certificate

Experience

• 3 – 5 years procurement experience in an EPCM mining or project environment

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of procurement processes in mining/project environments

• Knowledge of NEC, FIDIC, and SAACE contract forms

• Strong negotiation and supplier engagement skills

• Commercial and contract administration expertise

• Document management and procurement reporting experience

• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong written and verbal communication

• Attention to detail

• Organisational and multitasking ability

• Integrity and confidentiality

• Adaptability and flexibility

• Strong relationship-building skills

• Problem-solving and time management

• Professionalism and ability to work under pressure