Officer - Procurement & Contracts

Procurement & Contracts Officer

Position Description

Kibali Gold Mine is seeking to recruit a suitably qualified and experienced Procurement & Contracts Officer to support the ARK Project mine expansion feasibility study.

This role will provide procurement, contracting and commercial support across feasibility study work packages, ensuring that sourcing, tendering, contract administration, supplier engagement and cost control activities are delivered in line with project requirements, company standards and applicable regulatory obligations.

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Support the development and execution of procurement plans for feasibility study work packages, including services, equipment, materials, consultants and contractor requirements.

• Coordinate sourcing, RFQ/RFP and tender processes, ensuring clear scopes of work, compliant documentation, effective bidder communication and timely close-out of procurement activities.

• Conduct commercial evaluations, bid clarifications and recommendation reports in collaboration with project, technical and commercial stakeholders.

• Draft, review, negotiate and administer contracts in line with ARK Project requirements, company policies, governance standards and applicable laws and regulations.

• Monitor contract performance, deliverables, variations, claims, disputes and close-out requirements, ensuring commercial risks are identified and appropriately managed.

• Track procurement commitments, contract expenditure and budget alignment, providing accurate reporting on cost, schedule, compliance and supplier performance.

• Support procurement schedule alignment through expediting, supplier follow-up, delivery tracking and early identification of supply risks or delays.

• Maintain accurate procurement and contract records, including tender files, approvals, correspondence, contract registers, variation logs and close-out documentation.

• Support supplier prequalification, due diligence and onboarding processes, including HSE, financial, technical, legal and compliance checks where required.

• Promote local content and host-country supplier participation, where applicable, while ensuring competitive, transparent and compliant procurement practices.

• Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, consultants, suppliers and contractors while promoting ethical procurement practices, transparency and continuous improvement.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Commercial Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.

• A professional certification in procurement, supply chain or contract management, such as CIPS or equivalent, will be advantageous.

Experience and Skills Requirements

• Minimum of five years’ experience in procurement, contracting or commercial administration, preferably within mining, engineering, construction or capital project environments.

• Practical experience supporting project procurement, tendering, contract formation, contract administration and supplier performance management.

• Sound knowledge of procurement governance, contract terms, commercial risk, claims management, variations, cost control and compliance requirements.

• Strong analytical, planning, negotiation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven project environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with technical, commercial and operational stakeholders.

• High attention to detail, sound judgement and a commitment to ethical procurement, governance and continuous improvement.

• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP/procurement systems, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

What We Can Offer You

• A competitive compensation package, including applicable bonuses and site-specific benefits.

• The opportunity to contribute to a significant mine expansion project with long-term operational impact.

• A collaborative, progressive and high-performing project environment.

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities alongside experienced industry professionals.

• Access to broader career opportunities across the organization.

We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.

Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.