Position Summary:
We are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join our supply chain team and lead critical sourcing initiatives within the mining industry. This role focuses on supplier strategy, cost optimization, and category management for both capital and operational procurement. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of mining supply markets and an ability to make data-driven sourcing decisions that align with business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead quotation and estimating efforts for major procurement packages, leveraging strong category knowledge (e.g., heavy equipment, consumables, services).
Conduct supplier market analysis to assess risks, capabilities, and innovations; build insights into regional and global sourcing trends relevant to mining.
Drive category management strategies to consolidate spend, ensure continuity of supply, and create long-term value.
Support new supplier identification, qualification, and onboarding, in collaboration with quality and technical teams.
Partner with Supplier Management to support and participate in negotiation processes, ensuring competitive cost structures and favorable terms.
Identify and implement cost reduction and value optimization opportunities across sourcing activities.
Lead or contribute to make vs. buy analyses, considering production capabilities, strategic risks, and total cost of ownership.
Evaluate options between using internal manufacturing (workshops/factories) and external suppliers, balancing cost, capacity, and quality.
Monitor supplier performance and contribute to continuous improvement in collaboration with operations and technical stakeholders.
Qualifications required:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Minimum 3–5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement within the mining, heavy industry, or related sectors.
Strong analytical skills and experience in cost modeling and market evaluation.
Familiarity with equipment, materials, and services used in the mining sector.
Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Coupa) and MS Excel.
Preferred:
Experience with large capital projects or remote site operations.
Knowledge of global mining supply markets and regulatory considerations.
Strong stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration experience.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
Opportunities for professional growth within a global mining organization
Collaborative and safety-first culture
Exposure to strategic and operational sourcing decisions across mining operations
As an equal opportunity employer, FLSmidth embraces diversity and equality by promoting an environment of inclusion. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply - the more diverse our employees are, the stronger our team is. In our commitment to equal opportunity and eliminating bias, we kindly request that you exclude personal information such as age, ethnicity, marital status, number of children, and photographs from your application materials.
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