Job description

JOB VACANCY: KAGEM MINING LIMITED

Kagem is seeking remarkable candidates to join the team, in the position of Head – Supply Chain Services

HEAD – SUPPLY CHAIN SERVICES (X 1)

Reports to: General Manager

Job Purpose

The HOD – Supply Chain Services provides strategic leadership and oversight of procurement, sourcing, warehousing, diesel management and logistics for Kagem Limited Mine. The role ensures uninterrupted mining operations through efficient, cost-effective and compliant supply chain processes, while fostering stakeholder trust, strong governance and continuous improvement.

Principle Accountabilities

• Lead procurement planning, vendor selection and negotiations to achieve cost savings and risk mitigation.
• Establish long-term supplier partnerships to secure continuity of supply and competitive advantage.
• Oversee inventory management systems, stocks audits and reconciliation.
• Maintain optimal stock levels to minimize stockouts and overstock.
• Ensure safe storage, security and accurate reporting of stock and diesel.
• Delivery budgetary targets through effective procurement and inventory cost management.
• Track KPIs such as savings achieved, stock turnover and budget variance.
• Report to GM and Finance Director on financial performance of supply chain functions.
• Interface with departmental heads to establish material flow including releasing order, receiving materials, issues management and budget proposals.
• Develop and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies aligned with KML’s business objectives.
• Provide commercial expertise and advisory support to Gemfields projects within Zambia.
• Drive governance, transparency and compliance across all supply chain functions.
• Champion digitalization and process improvements (ERP, automation, reporting dashboards).
• Define performance metrics for measurement, comparison, and evaluation of supplier performance factors, such as cost, quality and delivery. Identify and develop strategic suppliers / partnerships to support KML’s business goals and to ensure end user satisfaction of the materials being procured.
• Fully embrace KML’s quality system to identify opportunities and drive continuous improvement.
• Accountable to ensure that personal and Group HSE KPIs are set and achieved by all team members.
• Correct operation and control of relevant KLM HSE Standards within their Department.
• Ensuring clarity of HSEQ accountabilities and tasks for team members.
• Monitoring the effectiveness of HSE Standards within their Sections and taking actions to correct deficiencies.
• Authorizing sections specific plans and /or operating procedures (within limits of the approved KML HSE Standards).
• Ensure continuous improvement in supplier delivery, supplier onboarding quality and cost.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team across procurement, warehouse and logistics.
• Build a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous learning.
• Drive local talent development and succession planning.
• Foster environment of adherence to due diligence and governance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering/ supply chain management/ business administration or a related field.
• 12-15 years’ experience in supply chain, procurement or logistics within mining or heavy industries.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management and team-building capabilities.
• Proven negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Expertise in ERP and inventory management systems.
• High level of financial acumen, risk management and governance orientation.
• Strong Communication and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to implement process improvement initiatives.
• Excellent analytical and evaluation skills.
• Proficiency in inventory management software and ERP systems.
• Hands on experience with procurement management software and databases.
• Paid up member of Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS/CIPS).

The company provides single status accommodation at the mine site.

How to Apply

Send your applications (Covering Letter and CV only) to the Head-Human Resources by mail to:

kagem.recruitment@gemfields.com

Certificates will only be required at the interview stage.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Closing date

10th July 2026

Kagem Mining Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all eligible applicants to apply. We do not charge or ask for money from applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. Should you be asked to do so by anybody, please do not proceed and report such individuals to the police immediately.