Category Optimization Manager

Mutanda Mining (MUMI S.A.R.L) is a mining company whose registered office is at No. 4746, Avenue Laurent Désiré Kabila, Mutoshi District, Manika Commune, City of Kolwezi. Its operating headquarters, the center of its main activities, is located about 42 km from the city of Kolwezi in the province of Lualaba in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

MUMI is recruiting a “ Manager – Category Optimization”

Number of vacancies: 1

Position Level: Management

Contract Type: Permanent Contract

Job Category: MANAGER

Application deadline: October 30, 2026

Main objectives of the position

Reporting to the General Manager – Products and Services, the Manager – Category Optimization is responsible for leading and optimizing strategic sourcing and contracting activities for goods and services required for the Company’s operations.

The incumbent provides strategic direction in category sourcing, tender management, commercial evaluations, supplier negotiations, contract administration and supplier governance. The role ensures that procurement activities create value, support operational continuity, mitigate supply chain risks and comply with Company governance, procurement policies and commercial best practices.

This position focuses on strategic sourcing, contracting and procurement optimization.

Minimum qualification

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, Commerce, Engineering or a related discipline.

Preferred Certifications

CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply).

CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management).

APICS / CSCP.

MBA (advantageous).

Required Experience

Minimum 10 years’ experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Management.

At least 5 years’ experience in a management position.

Experience within mining, heavy industry, manufacturing or oil and gas operations is preferred.

Proven experience leading and optimizing strategic sourcing, tendering, supplier negotiations and contract management.

Experience using ERP systems or procurement platforms such as SAP, Oracle, JDE, Pronto or Coupa.

Required skills

Strong strategic sourcing and procurement management skills.

Expertise in supply chain optimization and performance improvement.

Contract negotiation and commercial management.

Supplier relationship management and performance monitoring.

Procurement data analysis and reporting.

Supply chain risk management.

Budget management and cost control.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI.

Strong leadership, coaching and team development skills.

Strategic thinking and commercial acumen.

Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills.

High standards of integrity and ethical leadership.

Continuous improvement and change management capability.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and optimize end-to-end strategic sourcing and contracting activities for operational goods and services.

Develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives, procurement category requirements and operational needs.

Manage requests for quotations (RFQs), requests for proposals (RFPs), tenders and commercial evaluations.

Lead supplier negotiations and contract award processes.

Coordinate supplier onboarding and contract administration activities.

Optimize contracts and ensure they include appropriate commercial terms, key performance indicators (KPIs), service levels and governance requirements.

Monitor supplier performance and support contractor governance.

Ensure compliance with procurement policies, Delegation of Authority (DOA) and audit requirements.

Identify procurement and supply chain risks and implement appropriate mitigation measures.

Drive procurement cost optimization and value creation initiatives.

Use procurement data and performance reports to identify improvement opportunities and support decision-making.

Support environmental, social and governance (ESG) objectives and sustainable sourcing initiatives.

Lead, coach and develop the Procurement team while promoting continuous improvement and service excellence for internal customers.

Ensure compliance with Glencore’s environmental management requirements and procedures, as well as MUMI SARL’s environmental policy.

MUMI S.A.R.L does not accept applications submitted by people under the age of eighteen (18). In accordance with article 1 of the Labor Code of the Democratic Republic of Congo, MUMI receives all applications without distinction or discrimination. However, as part of its Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program, applications from women are strongly encouraged.

In accordance with our Compliance Policy and Code of Conduct, MUMI or its employees do not receive any remuneration or benefits of any kind at any stage of the recruitment process. Violators are subject to legal action.

Any act or attempt of bribery related to this job application must be reported via the Glencore Group Raising Concerns Programme channels. Please scan the QR code to access the channels.

Furthermore, MUMI S.A.R.L pursues the objective of a transparent, fair and equitable recruitment process and, therefore, does not tolerate any interference or intervention in any way whatsoever in its recruitment process. Any failure on this point will result in the immediate disqualification of the candidate concerned.