Contract Manager – M2 needed at Sandvik

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 team’s 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