Procurement Superintendent Job Vacancy at Faru Graphite Corporation

FARU GRAPHITE CORPORATION – VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position: Procurement Superintendent (Local Content) (PV002)

Background
Faru Graphite Corporation (Faru or the Company) is developing the world-class Mahenge Graphite Project (Project) located in the Ulanga district. Faru is committed to delivering the Project safely, sustainably, and in accordance with all local content regulations.

About the Role:
Location: Dar es Salaam, Faru Branch Office
Engagement: Full-Time (Monday to Friday): 12-month Fixed-Term Contract.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for facilitating local purchases from suppliers/vendors in accordance with Faru’s procurement standards and Tanzanian legislation.
• Liaise with the Tanzanian Mining Commission to facilitate the procurement process.
• Manage and monitor the process of invitation, quotation, and selection of suppliers in accordance with Mining Local Content regulations.
• Participate in the evaluation of submissions in accordance with Faru’s commercial and technical requirements.
• Ensure complete procurement process is correctly documented for internal and external audits.
• Conduct reviews and negotiations with suppliers’ quotations to ensure Faru is quoted the most competitive price.
• Build and maintain an internal database of suitable local suppliers/vendors based on predetermined criteria.
• Monitor and maintain inventories in liaison with heads of department and internal stakeholders where applicable.
• Evaluate and monitor contracts with suppliers/vendors to ensure that they comply with the terms and conditions of the contract and determine any need for changes if necessary.

Required Qualifications, Skills, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement Management, Logistics and Supply, Supply Chain Management, or any related field.
• Certified Procurement and Supply Professional (CPSP) holder.
• 10+ years of procurement experience in a mining company in Tanzania.
• Extensive knowledge of Tanzanian Mining Local Content regulations.
• Experience working with the Tanzanian Mining Commission procurement process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Kiswahili and English.

Application Process:
Applicants are to submit a CV and cover letter to recruitment@farugraphitecorp.co.tz no later than 04 October 2024 at 11:59 pm EST. Please address the email subject line as follows: ‘PV002: Surname, Given Name’.