The Company
CXC Upstream is a vertically integrated mining group and one of the region’s leading gold producers, with a substantial operating footprint in Geita, one of Tanzania’s most prolific gold-producing regions.
The Group owns and operates four mining sites, including a major mountain-based gold asset supported by more than 50 years of demonstrable gold reserves.
Its operations extend across the entire mining value chain. Alongside its mining assets, the Group owns a dedicated precious metals processing facility, maintains its own fleet of specialist mining machinery and has dedicated private aviation capability to support the efficient movement of personnel, equipment and resources across its operations.
Across the Group, governance, ESG oversight and operational transparency are aligned with the principles promoted by the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM).
About the Role
As Procurement Coordinator, you will support the sourcing and procurement of goods, equipment and specialist services across CXC Upstream’s mining operations. Working closely with operational teams and suppliers, you will help ensure the timely acquisition of materials and services that support safe, efficient and uninterrupted mining activities across the Group.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with sourcing, evaluating and onboarding suppliers of mining equipment, consumables, engineering services and operational support.
- Manage supplier documentation, compliance records and contractual information to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct market research to identify competitive suppliers, monitor pricing trends and evaluate alternative sourcing opportunities.
- Maintain procurement systems and supplier databases, ensuring accurate record keeping and reporting.
- Support supplier negotiations, purchase order administration and contract renewals.
- Liaise with operational, engineering and finance teams to ensure procurement activities align with operational priorities.
- Monitor supplier performance, delivery schedules and service quality, escalating issues where appropriate.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function to drive efficiency and value.
Requirements
- Previous experience in procurement, purchasing or supply chain coordination, preferably within mining, construction, heavy industry or manufacturing.
- Strong organisational and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Experience working with supplier documentation, contracts and procurement systems.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with experience using ERP or procurement systems considered advantageous.
