Contracts Specialist

De Beers

We believe that a sustainable business is purposeful, competitive, resilient and agile – it’s a business that thrives through both economic and social cycles.  By understanding the context and listening to stakeholders we stay ahead of evolving trends and provide the solutions to societal expectations.  By solving the physical challenges of mining through relentless innovation and constantly searching for more responsible ways to do business, we are changing the way our employees and stakeholders experience our business – creating enduring value for all stakeholders. Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business

Source and contract regional contracts in a commoditized and centrally managed manner, in order to ensure security of supply and optimise supplier performance and value in the allocated portfolio, and act as an interface between Supply Chain and the business. To support the data analysis and of contracts and sourcing events across strategic commodities and strategic services.

Your role will include:

• Sourcing & Contract Management:
  • Lead end-to-end sourcing and contracting activities across specific categories, including sourcing plans, event execution, contract administration, inclusive procurement, and supplier performance management.
• Strategic Alignment & Planning:
  •  Develop and implement sourcing and contracting strategies that align with regional strategic priorities, global supply chain goals, and business unit needs.
• Value Creation & Inclusion:
  • Drive value creation through commercial initiatives, supplier engagement, and inclusive procurement opportunities, ensuring alignment with performance targets and business priorities.
• Execution & Efficiency:
  • Ensure timely, effective, and resource-optimized execution of corporate, regional, and business unit contracts, delivering value-driven sourcing and contracting outcomes.

Interface Management

• Stakeholder & Supplier Collaboration:
  • Act as the primary liaison for resolving Supply Chain issues, fostering collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and managing strategic supplier relationships to drive innovation and value.
• Contract Handover & Implementation:
  •  Ensure smooth and high-quality handover of contracts to site-based Supply Chain teams for effective implementation and ongoing performance management.
• Supplier Relationship Management (SRM):
  • Embed SRM practices within operations to build strong, mutually beneficial supplier partnerships, and support negotiations to enhance commercial outcomes.

• Advisory & Policy Support:
  • Educate and advise asset stakeholders on Supply Chain policies, standards, and supplier strategies to ensure compliance and effective execution.

Reporting and Information Support

• Data Management & System Support:
  •  Maintain a centralized system for managing legal and electronic files, ensuring accurate and up-to-date documentation to support business operations.
• Business Intelligence & Optimization:
  • Use data analysis and management information to identify process gaps and bottlenecks and provide actionable recommendations to drive continuous improvement and supply chain optimization.

• Diploma in a relevant discipline
• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (advantageous)

Experience:

• Proven track record of extensive practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity
• 5 Years' experience in a supply chain function would be advantageous
• Exposure to the Supply Chain and/or commercial environment would be advantageous
• SAP Ariba will be advantageous

Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong mathematics/analytical acumen
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel and PowerPoint)
• SAP Experience
• Strong logic and problem-solving ability.
• Impeccable integrity/ ethics
• Attention to detail
• Strong administrative ability
• Team orientation
• Good communication (verbal and written)
• Document management (online & offline)
• Methodical and accurate filing ability

Closing Date: 27 May 2025

Who we are:

De Beers Group is a company with a sparkling future.

Our experts have searched the world for nature’s most precious gem. Our diamonds bring beauty to the world. But we think they can do so much more. We want our diamonds, and our business, to make life brilliant – for our people, our customers and the world around us.

Safety

Safety first is a way of life for us.  We are unconditional about the safety, health and well-being of our colleagues, at work and at home, and about that of the communities where we work. We aim to lead the industry by investing in innovation to protect people, who are at the heart of our business. Our high performing teams take accountability for their own and others' actions, work collaboratively, and always show care and respect.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

As a global #HeForShe Thematic Champion, De Beers is committed to promoting an equitable, inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are. We provide equality of opportunity to enable everyone to fulfil their potential. Please inform us should there be any special requirements that should be considered as part of your application.

Building Forever

Sustainability is at the heart of our decision-making – it is how we do business.   Building Forever is key to our purpose as it represents our ambitious and holistic sustainability framework and is central to our ability to deliver long-term value to our communities and partners. This shapes how we protect our social and environmental license to operate, build a long-term legacy in our host communities and earn consumers’ trust in our diamonds that they can wear with pride.