Buyer

Zimbabwe Platinum Mines (Pvt) Limited (ZIMPLATS) is the largest producer of platinum group metals in Zimbabwe It owns and operates the Ngezi Underground Mines, the Ngezi Concentrator Plant, and the Selous Metallurgical Complex (SMC), delivering long-term value through responsible mining and sound financial stewardship.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position will be part of the dynamic Technical & Projects Management team reporting to the Commercial Manager - Projects. The incumbent will source quotations, compare prices, raise purchase orders and expedite deliveries to ensure that materials, equipment and services are procured cost effectively and on time to support production and service requirements, in compliance with SAP processes, procurement procedures, and the Zimplats Business Management System (BMS).

REFERENCE NUMBER - PJI2610001

DATE OF DISTRIBUTION - 05 October 2026

CLOSING DATE -12 October 2026

DEPARTMENT AND LOCATION -Technical and Projects Management, Mupani Mine

JOB TITLE - Buyer

JOB GRADING -C4

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Diploma or Degree in Purchasing and Supply or Stores Management.
• Minimum of 4 years' relevant procurement experience.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Sound knowledge of the procurement function, policies and procedures. 
• Knowledge of mine management and safety regulations.
• Knowledge of regional trade agreements and Zimbabwean statutory and regulatory requirements relating to procurement and importation.
• Strong negotiation, analytical and supplier management skills.
• Ability to plan order placement effectively, manage long lead times and respond to exchange rate movements.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Analyse purchase requisitions to ensure clarity and completeness of material and equipment descriptions, quantities, quality and other requirements.
• Evaluate bid quotations for responsiveness to RFQs, considering commercial terms and conditions, price, delivery, quality control and other requisite factors.
• Negotiate, or assist in negotiating, the best price, delivery, payment terms, price escalation and other cost-related conditions.
• Place orders and contracts with selected suppliers for local and foreign goods and services.
• Expedite outstanding orders and contracts to meet delivery dates, production targets and service requirements.
• Conduct market intelligence and liaise with Stores on stock and delivery matters.
• Analyse usage patterns in relation to purchase costs.
• Ensure completeness of the Procure to Pay process.
• Ensure compliance with SHEQ requirements within the buying function.
• Assist in the preparation of the departmental budget.

Written applications from persons meeting the above criteria together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and copies of qualifications should be sent by 12 October 2026 to:

The Senior Human Resources Officer - Administration

Zimbabwe Platinum Mines (Private) Limited

"Buyer – Mupani Mine Project"

P.O. Box 61

SELOUS

Shortlisted candidates may be subjected to psychometric or other assessments – Zimplats reserves the right to invite only those candidates it deems suitably qualified for interview. If you do not hear from the Human Resources Department within 30 days after the closing date of applications, please consider your application as having been unsuccessful.

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