Commercial Planning & Risk Specialist (Supply chain) (mining)

Key responsibilities include: Facilitate the commercial planning pipeline, ensuring alignment with demand forecasts, work scopes, and sourcing timelines. Monitor and escalate risks impacting commercial activities and sourcing events. Maintain a 12-month forward commercial planning view to enable scheduling and inclusive procurement. Participate in commercial planning and governance routines with global and regional stakeholders. Provide planning support, including capacity analysis, scenario modeling, and tool adoption. Contribute to risk management, sustainability goals, and inclusive supplier engagement. Support portfolio tracking, reporting, and benefit realization. Ensure compliance with policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements Qualifications required: Bachelors degree in a relevant field. Postgraduate qualification or extensive experience in a similarly complex role is advantageous. Valid South African Drivers Licence (Code B). Skills & Competencies required: Strong knowledge across the supply chain value chain, including planning, procurement, logistics, and supplier engagement. Advanced project management and planning capability. Proficiency in commercial and business planning, performance tracking, and process improvement. Experience with risk management, governance, and compliance within a supply chain environment. Ability to engage and collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and suppliers. Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills. Adaptability in dynamic, complex, and fast-changing environments. Team leadership with a focus on inclusivity, stakeholder alignment, and continuous improvement. Technical skills required: Integrated Risk and Governance Management (Competent). Strategy Definition and Execution (Competent). Project Management and Planning (Advanced). Process Improvement (Competent). Performance Management & Reporting (Competent). Stakeholder Engagement and Communication (Competent). Supply Chain Systems and Processes (Competent). Thought Leadership and Continuous Improvement (Competent).

Location: Kathu, ZA

Posted Date: 6/12/2025