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About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and strategically minded Mines Procurement Specialist to support our mining operations by ensuring the timely, cost effective, and compliant sourcing of equipment, materials, and services. This role sits at the intersection of supplier performance, operational reliability, and commercial excellence—critical to keeping our mine sites running efficiently and safely.
The ideal candidate is a strong negotiator, a relationship builder, and an analytical thinker with experience supporting large scale industrial or mining operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and onboard suppliers that meet mining specific technical, quality, and safety standards.
• Prepare, process, and manage purchase orders for equipment, spare parts, consumables, and services.
• Lead negotiations and oversee contracts to ensure competitive pricing, favourable terms, and full compliance.
• Build strong supplier relationships to drive performance, reliability, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor market trends and conduct cost analyses to identify cost saving opportunities.
• Work closely with operations, maintenance, engineering, and warehousing teams to forecast needs and optimize inventory levels.
• Assess supplier risks and implement mitigation strategies to safeguard operational continuity.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Track KPIs, prepare procurement reports, and support data driven decision making.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to align procurement initiatives with broader operational goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 6 – 10 years of procurement experience in mining, heavy industry, oil & gas, manufacturing, or similar environments.
• Demonstrated negotiation and contract management skills.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with procurement systems/ERP tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements within industrial operations.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Sourcing
• Commercial & Negotiation Skills
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Risk Management
• Cost & Data Analysis
• Cross Functional Collaboration
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving & Initiative

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The Quarry Manager for the Granite Mines is responsible for the overall management, safety, production, and profitability of quarry operations.This includes overseeing extraction activities, equipment maintenance, workforce supervision, regulatory compliance, and cost control to ensure efficient and sustainable production of aggregates or mineral materials. Location for this role is at Ijebu-Igbo Ogun state Nigeria.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Management

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily quarry operations (drilling, blasting, crushing, hauling).
• Ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Monitor equipment performance and optimize plant utilization.
• Implement production schedules and resource allocation plans.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Enforce strict compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Ensure blasting activities comply with legal and environmental standards.
• Minimize environmental impact (dust, noise, vibration, waste management).
• Promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.

Regulatory & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with mining/quarrying laws and permits.
• Liaise with government regulatory agencies and inspectors.
• Maintain proper documentation for licenses, environmental permits, and reporting.

Financial & Budget Control

• Prepare and manage operational budgets.
• Monitor costs (fuel, explosives, maintenance, labor).
• Improve operational efficiency and reduce waste.
• Report monthly performance metrics (production, downtime, cost per ton).

Maintenance & Equipment Oversight

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure availability and reliability of crushers, excavators, loaders, and haul trucks.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

Team Leadership & Development

• Supervise supervisors, operators, and support staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations.
• Train and mentor staff to improve skills and productivity.
• Manage contractor relationships when applicable.

Quality Control

• Ensure products meet required specifications.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and quality assurance processes.
• Address customer complaints related to product quality.

EDUCATION & WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in quarry or mining operations.
• Proven leadership and operational management experience.
• Strong knowledge of drilling, blasting, crushing, and screening processes.
• Familiarity with mining regulations and safety standards.

FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES

• Leadership and team management
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Operational planning
• Risk management
• Financial acumen
• Knowledge of HSE standards
• Equipment and plant management

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