Experience

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  Thungela

  • South Africa

  • Capital Procurement Specialist

    • May 2024 - Present
    • South Africa

    The role is responsible for managing Capital Procurement in terms of selecting and executing framework categories, implementing and procuring non framework categories and managing Quantity Surveying service providers and Engineering Procurement Construction Management (EPCM) procurement resources. Drive the capital project value delivery targets and maximizing value delivery inthe project and capital procurement.

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  USNC

  • South Africa

  • Senior Procurement & Contracts Specialist

    • Mar 2021 - Apr 2024
    • South Africa

    Overview of role:Support Director Procurement, VP’s and Engineers with enquiries, contracts, order placements and administration,inclusive of cost management.Responsibilities and Tasks:• Prepare and Develop the Procurement Operating Plan in accordance with company policies, procedures andclient specifications where required• Manage the Awarding of Contracts, Enquiries and the production of enquiry documents for sub-contractors• Commercial Support required for the Scope of work document and Project Specifications• Manage the relevant role players for the input into the enquiry documents and requisitions• Review and, or compile and issue the tender evaluation and adjudications for approval• Facilitate the negotiation with the sub-contractor on price, contract conditions and time• Make recommendations on the sub-contractor to the VP and / or Engineer• Manage and Administer Contracts and Purchase Orders• Capture and archive contractual documents and contractually binding correspondence• Monitor and agree to changes on the contract• Assess and approve payment certificates for quantities and rates• Communicate contract terms and conditions to Programme Team• Assess and evaluate sub-contractors claims against the organisation and make recommendations onsettlement of claims• Negotiate and agree to final costs to close out contract at completion of contract• Close out contracts and orders in accordance with policies and procedures

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  Hatch

  • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

  • Contract Administrator

    • Jan 2020 - Mar 2021
    • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

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  ITHUBA Holdings (PTY) LTD

  • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

  • Manager of Procurement

    • Aug 2019 - Dec 2019
    • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

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  Sandvik Mining and Construction

  • Bedfordview, Johannesburg

  • Contracts & Procurement

    • Mar 2014 - Mar 2019
    • Bedfordview, Johannesburg

    Support Contracts & Procurement Manager and Project Managers;Produce Procurement Operating Plan;Manage the Awarding of Contracts, Enquiries and the production of enquiry documents for sub-contractors;Manage the relevant role players for the input into the enquiry documents and requisitions, then review and approve the enquiry documents and requisitions to ensure tender conditions are met;Review and, or compile and issue the tender evaluation and adjudications for approval;Facilitate the negotiation with the sub-contractor on price, contract conditions and time;Organise and chair the tender clarification contract kick-off meetings and sub-contractor progress meetings;Manage or Administer Contracts; Capture and archive contractual documents and contractually binding correspondence;Establish a contract activity plan to include a matrix of contract management responsibilities, a list of contract requirement actions, and a list of contractually required notices;Monitor and agree to changes on the contract;Assess and approve payment certificates for quantities and rates;Draw up risk mitigation plans to ensure that the terms and conditions in sub contracts match the main contract;Review terms and conditions from main client contract and highlight notice periods, penalties, milestones dates, performance guarantees, payment terms, change management and liquidated damages;Assess and evaluate sub-contractors claims against the organisation and make recommendations on settlement of claims then assess performance by analysing sub-contractor reports to identify problems areas and make recommendations;Negotiate and agree to final costs to close out contract at completion of contract;Supervise / Lead Contracts & Procurement Staff; Manage Performance Management, Identify and Develop High Potentials; Mentor and coach subordinates on the principles of tender and contract administration;Motivate team members and maintain a team-work environment within the Project.

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  Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold Inc.

  • Democratic Republic of the Congo

  • Senior Contracts Administration Co-ordinator

    • Aug 2011 - Feb 2014
    • Democratic Republic of the Congo

    Create and manage contractual agreement that support company operation with an uninterrupted flow of materials and services through establishment of a robust supply base, timely, accurate, and cost effective contractual agreements.Create and negotiate supplier contracts in a timely manner that succinctly communicates product specification or service requirements. Ensure compliance to TFM procedures, communicate and act in a professional manner to limit TFM liability exposure. Maintain synchronization of communication between supply chain, internal organizations, and suppliers by ensuring information integration in an accurate and timely manner. Ensure timely payment of service invoices and Payment queries.Maintain competitive pricing with emphasis on cost reductions, quality, and supplier delivery performance through competitive project tenders ensuring cross departmental communication, information integrity, Total Cost of Ownership principles and processes, ethical standards, negotiated price, and contract terms and conditions.Conduct mentoring tasks to Junior Contract Administrators and train end users on Supply Chain processes.Initiate and manage regular collaborative forums with service providers to promote continuous improvement with regards to competitive pricing, cost reductions, quality, supplier delivery performance, and service / goods provider lead times.Eliminate or reduce TFM liability by ensuring compliance to Global Supply Chain, safety, and operational policies, contractual requirements, and governmental regulations.Participate and recommend changes to new or existing contract policies and procedures.Perform duty as a senior purchasing officer for emergency and urgent orders.Maintaining and managing Contractor Back Charges.

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  GRD Minproc

  • Democratic Republic of the Congo

  • Contracts Administrator

    • 2008 - 2009
    • Democratic Republic of the Congo

    General Administration duties on SiteAssist Contract Administrators with daily tasksAssist project personnel with Contract queriesInvoice Control and Record KeepingLiaising with Head Offices in JHB and Perth, Australia from the DRC Site Office dailyIssuing Contract Variations to Client for ApprovalIssuing Contract Variations to Contractors for AcceptanceRecord keeping of all Contract Variation & RFA ApprovalsCompiling monthly Accommodation, Flight & Medivac Back Charge Summaries for ContractorsDaily Manpower Reports for ClientCompiling and issuing of Contractual letters to Contractors

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  Hatch

  • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

  • Procurement Assistant

    • Jun 2006 - Jun 2008
    • Johannesburg Area, South Africa

    Assist Contract Administrators with daily tasksIssue Expression of Interests and TendersManage Opening of Expression of Interests and TendersIssue Contracts to successful bidderLiaise with Tenderers and Contractors Ensure Procurement Project Procedures are adhered toGeneral AdministrationInvoice Control and Record KeepingAssist project personnel with queriesTraining and assisting Contract Administrators with EDMSDocument Control – Transmitting all commercial documentationCreating and managing Package Maintenance Interface and allocations