Director, Capital Projects Procurement (Las Vegas, NV) (Beatty, NV, US, 89020) presso AngloGold Ashanti

Website: www.anglogoldashanti.com     

About AngloGold Ashanti

AngloGold Ashanti is a leading global gold mining company with a diverse portfolio of operations, projects, and exploration activities across the Americas, Africa, and Australia. We are committed to safe, sustainable operations that deliver long-term value to our employees, shareholders, and host communities.

About the Role

AngloGold Ashanti is looking for a Director, Capital Projects Procurement to lead the supply chain function across our capital projects and ensure their successful execution from concept to operations. This is a hands-on, strategic role where you’ll drive excellence, optimize costs, and work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver world-class results.

What You’ll Do:

Lead Capital Project Procurement:

• Shape and execute supply chain strategies for capital projects, from early-stage planning through feasibility, execution, and handover into operations.
• Provide procurement leadership and guidance to project teams globally, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and operational teams to develop integrated solutions that maximize value.
  
  

Drive Excellence and Innovation:

• Lead cross-functional teams to implement improvements, drive innovation, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with category management and technical advisory teams to standardize equipment, goods, and services, ensuring the lowest total cost of ownership.
• Evaluate EPC, EPCM, and prime contracts, providing proactive solutions to supply chain challenges.
  
  

Safety and Culture:

• Promote a proactive safety culture and ensure safe operations across all projects.
• Support project stakeholders in cultivating a high-performing team culture aligned with AngloGold Ashanti’s vision and values.
  
  

Strategic Communication and Leadership:

• Advise senior leadership and project stakeholders on complex procurement and supply chain matters.
• Lead mentoring and development of your teams, promoting collaboration and high performance.
• Ensure clear, timely communication across teams and stakeholders.
  
  

Technical Expertise:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies that minimize costs and risks while meeting project objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and risk management activities.
• Oversee contractors and ensure compliance with HSEC standards, high-quality data capture, and efficient field operations.
• Identify cost savings, risk reduction opportunities, and ensure operational readiness for project handover.
  
  

General Knowledge & Experience:

• Proven track record in leading large-scale capital project supply chain operations.
• Strong understanding of project controls and capital project execution.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic programs and policies that impact regional or large-scale EPC/EPCM projects.
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
  
  

Legal Requirements:

• Strong understanding of legal terms and conditions related to procurement and contracts.
  
  

Technical Competencies:

• Experience managing complex projects and cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution.
• Skilled in negotiating complex agreements with suppliers.
• Lead supplier management, facilitating relationships between internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Ability to draft complex work scopes and compensation agreements for varied execution strategies.
• Ability to make independent, strategic decisions that drive long-term business success.
• Effective communicator, able to present complex proposals, influence stakeholders, and foster collaboration.
  
  

Leadership & Management Competencies:

• Experience leading diverse teams across multiple regions.
• Skilled in managing third-party contractors and service providers.

Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field with relevant industry experience.
• Extensive experience with SAP MM module.
• 15+ years of experience in major or mega capital project procurement.
  
  

Why Join AngloGold Ashanti?
This is your opportunity to play a key role in a global mining company, influencing major projects that shape the future of our operations. You will lead talented teams, work on high-impact projects, and contribute to a culture of safety, innovation, and excellence.

AngloGold Ashanti Limited

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