Contract Specialist (Supply Chain / Commercial Contracts / Mining)

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Draft, negotiate, implement, and manage commercial contracts and supplier agreements.
• Ensure contracts align with operational, commercial, legal, and supply chain requirements.
• Monitor contract lifecycle activities including renewals, amendments, and compliance tracking.
• Support supplier performance management through KPI and SLA monitoring.
• Conduct commercial evaluations, cost modelling, and market analysis to support sourcing decisions.
• Maintain accurate contract registers, document control systems, and audit-ready records.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, legal, engineering, and HSE teams to ensure alignment on commercial agreements.
• Identify commercial risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimise operational exposure.
• Support category management initiatives through supplier assessments and market intelligence.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to contract governance and commercial performance.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Commerce, Law, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in procurement, commercial administration, or contract management.
• Proven experience drafting, negotiating, and managing commercial contracts.
• Exposure to mining, engineering, industrial, or heavy-industry environments advantageous.
• Strong understanding of contract law, commercial terms, and risk allocation.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Pronto.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Advanced MS Office proficiency.
• Valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to operational sites when required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.

Benefits and Contractual Information:

• Based in Namibia
• Exposure to a dynamic mining supply chain environment
• Competitive remuneration package