Technical Buyer & General Services

Description

Job Summary: Responsible for comprehensive management of indirect procurement, contract administration, and coordination of general services, ensuring operational continuity. Key Highlights: 1. Comprehensive management of indirect procurement and contract administration. 2. Coordination of general services and site maintenance. 3. Promotion of cost savings and continuous improvement with suppliers. Sandvik Mining is seeking: **TECHNICAL BUYER \& GENERAL SERVICES** **/** **TECHNICAL BUYER \& GENERAL SERVICES** FOCUSED ON CUSTOMER SERVICE AND PASSIONATE ABOUT WINNING? **WE HAVE A PLACE FOR YOU** *" This job posting complies with Law 21\.015, which promotes the inclusion of persons with disabilities in the labor market."* **GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:** To be responsible for the comprehensive management of indirect procurement and procurement contract administration, ensuring operational continuity across the company’s various departments through efficient, timely, and corporately aligned processes. Additionally, to coordinate general services and site maintenance, guaranteeing their proper planning, execution, and follow-up. **MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:** * Manage procurement processes for goods and services for internal customers. * Plan, coordinate, and execute quotation, tendering, and supplier negotiation processes. * Administer service contracts and monitor their validity and compliance. * Evaluate and develop suppliers, promoting opportunities for cost savings and continuous improvement. * Monitor the full purchase order lifecycle and delivery performance. * Prepare management reports and area performance indicators. * Serve as a key user of procurement and purchasing platforms. * Coordinate and control general services, including security, cleaning, catering, and infrastructure maintenance. * Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards among suppliers and contractors. **YOUR PROFILE:** * Technical or Engineering degree in Administration, Commercial Engineering, Industrial Civil Engineering, or related field. * Minimum 4 years’ experience in indirect procurement, supply chain, contracts, or administrative coordination. * Experience in supplier negotiation and management. * Knowledge of contract administration and procurement processes. * Proficiency in digital tools and procurement and supply chain management platforms. * Proficiency in MS Office tools. * Intermediate English (desirable). **OTHER REQUIREMENTS:** * Willingness to travel within and outside Chile. * Availability to work on a 5x2 rotating shift schedule. * Class B driver’s license, minimum 3 years’ validity (mandatory). * Residence in Calama (mandatory). **Work Location:** **Calama** **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:** * **Sandvik Internal Candidates:** Access Intranet Vacancies Job ID: **R0096676** **.** * **External Candidates:** www.sandvik.com “ Careers ” enter code **R0096676** (create account, **upload updated CV**, and **complete questionnaire**, if applicable). *Sandvik is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and foster an inclusive and collaborative environment.* *We are global leaders in equipment, tools, spare parts, and solutions for underground and surface mining, with a strong commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability.*