Contract Manager - M2

Sandvik Mining and Rock Solutions is a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service, and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries. Applications include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading, and hauling, tunnelling and quarrying. The focus lies on bringing value to customers through high-performing products that increase productivity and safety as well as to provide services and flexible maintenance programs that extend uptime and cut costs.

The Role

The Contracts Manager Rock Tools is responsible for the profitability and growth of the Cost Per Meter (CPM) business for both underground and surface rock tools as well as the establishment of commercial contracts administration organization with the objective of increasing service line and business line profitability of new and existing CPM contracts within the allocated geographic area.

Key Performance Areas

• Plan, prioritize, and schedule the teams activities so that resources are used effectively and that work schedules and targets are met.
• Monitor the status of contract activities to identify problem areas and adapt procedures to improve the overall performance of the team.
• Liaise with functional or operational area managers (for example in sales, marketing, finance, supply and logistics) to ensure that contract activities are integrated with other parts of the business.
• Ensure effective revenue and profitability of Contract.
• To take responsible approach to health, safety and environment risks in relation to your own job and that of your team and to control the risks or report them to management accordingly.

Profile Required

• Grade 12/N3 technical/equivalent qualification (NQF Level 4)
• National Diploma in Engineering, Business Management/Administration or equivalent qualification (NQF Level 6)
• At least 5 years Commercial Contract Administration/Management experience, preferably in mining or industrial sectors
• Computer literacy - advanced Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• English proficiency
• At least 2 years experience in Trackless Mining Machinery parts
• Strong financial literacy
• Strong EHS Focus
• Physical and medical ability to function in an underground mining environment
• Attention to detail and the ability to work logically, consistently and accurately
• Self-motivated and excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Must have a valid drivers license

Notice period on all positions is 20 working days from date of resignation, unless otherwise agreed to by managers.

How To Apply

Please apply online through Workday (ESS) or access the Sandvik website www.home.sandvik/en/careers

Applications close: 15 May 2025

Please note that, should you not receive any response from us within 14 days, your application has been unsuccessful. We, however, thank you for your interest in our company. In-line with our Employment Equity (EE) Plan, Historically Disadvantaged South African (HDSA) candidates will be given first preference.

Please note that you must be physically and medically fit to work in a mining environment including meeting all customer vaccination requirements.

We offer an interesting role in an international business environment as well as opportunities for professional development. At Sandvik, we believe that diversity of experience, perspective and background will lead to a better environment for our employees, our business and, thereby, our customers