ZSG
Manager, Cost Control & Procurement
Industry:
Mining
Metals
Steel
Heavy Industrial
Large Capital Projects Employment Type:
Full-Time Seniority Level:
Manager
About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced
Manager of Cost Control & Procurement
to lead all procurement, contracting, and cost governance activities across a major industrial project and its transition into full operations. This role is essential for ensuring
strategic sourcing ,
cost efficiency ,
vendor performance , and
supply chain reliability
throughout the project lifecycle. This position is ideal for a procurement leader with a strong background in
mining, metals, steel, industrial manufacturing, or large-scale construction projects .
Key Responsibilities Pre-Commissioning / Construction Phase Build and implement
procurement systems , purchasing processes, and cost-control tools to support construction and commissioning. Lead end-to-end
purchasing, contracting, and strategic sourcing
for materials, equipment, and technical services. Partner with engineering, construction, and project management teams to maintain alignment with
project schedules, budgets, and cost-control targets . Develop strong relationships with key suppliers, contractors, and service providers across the heavy industrial supply chain. Manage
contract negotiation, bid evaluation, contract execution , and vendor performance. Provide detailed procurement reporting,
forecasting , and cost-tracking to project leadership. Post-Commissioning / Operational Phase Transition procurement processes from project-based workflows to a stable, optimized
operational procurement and supply chain management system . Lead continuous purchasing activities, inventory management, and supplier performance monitoring to support plant uptime and reliability. Collaborate with the CFO and operations leadership to ensure
financial oversight, cost optimization , and long-term sourcing strategies. Drive
continuous improvement
initiatives focused on cost reduction, supplier quality, and sourcing efficiency. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing
procurement and cost control team .
Required Skills & Qualifications 10+ years of increasing responsibility in
procurement, supply chain management, cost control, or project management
within mining, metals, steel, heavy industrial manufacturing, or major infrastructure projects. Demonstrated expertise in
strategic sourcing , contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost governance. Proven ability to build procurement systems for both project and operational environments. Strong cross-functional leadership experience working with engineering, construction, finance, and operations teams. Excellent communication and supplier relationship management skills.
Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape procurement strategy for a major industrial operation. High-impact leadership role supporting both large capital projects and long-term plant operations. Work in a fast-paced industrial environment with strong leadership visibility.
Mining
Metals
Steel
Heavy Industrial
Large Capital Projects Employment Type:
Full-Time Seniority Level:
Manager
About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced
Manager of Cost Control & Procurement
to lead all procurement, contracting, and cost governance activities across a major industrial project and its transition into full operations. This role is essential for ensuring
strategic sourcing ,
cost efficiency ,
vendor performance , and
supply chain reliability
throughout the project lifecycle. This position is ideal for a procurement leader with a strong background in
mining, metals, steel, industrial manufacturing, or large-scale construction projects .
Key Responsibilities Pre-Commissioning / Construction Phase Build and implement
procurement systems , purchasing processes, and cost-control tools to support construction and commissioning. Lead end-to-end
purchasing, contracting, and strategic sourcing
for materials, equipment, and technical services. Partner with engineering, construction, and project management teams to maintain alignment with
project schedules, budgets, and cost-control targets . Develop strong relationships with key suppliers, contractors, and service providers across the heavy industrial supply chain. Manage
contract negotiation, bid evaluation, contract execution , and vendor performance. Provide detailed procurement reporting,
forecasting , and cost-tracking to project leadership. Post-Commissioning / Operational Phase Transition procurement processes from project-based workflows to a stable, optimized
operational procurement and supply chain management system . Lead continuous purchasing activities, inventory management, and supplier performance monitoring to support plant uptime and reliability. Collaborate with the CFO and operations leadership to ensure
financial oversight, cost optimization , and long-term sourcing strategies. Drive
continuous improvement
initiatives focused on cost reduction, supplier quality, and sourcing efficiency. Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing
procurement and cost control team .
Required Skills & Qualifications 10+ years of increasing responsibility in
procurement, supply chain management, cost control, or project management
within mining, metals, steel, heavy industrial manufacturing, or major infrastructure projects. Demonstrated expertise in
strategic sourcing , contract negotiation, vendor management, and cost governance. Proven ability to build procurement systems for both project and operational environments. Strong cross-functional leadership experience working with engineering, construction, finance, and operations teams. Excellent communication and supplier relationship management skills.
Why Join Us? Opportunity to shape procurement strategy for a major industrial operation. High-impact leadership role supporting both large capital projects and long-term plant operations. Work in a fast-paced industrial environment with strong leadership visibility.