Key Responsibilities: Work with Engineering to identify parts suitable for alternative sourcing. Conduct technical and commercial assessments of alternative suppliers. Ensure compliance with OEM specifications, safety, and quality standards. Support supplier onboarding, trials and performance monitoring. Quantify and report on cost savings and operational impact. Required qualifications and experience: Bachelors degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement or related. 5 years experience in mining or plant equipment supply chain. Deep understanding of OEM vs. non-OEM parts, warranties and risk mitigation. Experience in supplier qualification, technical validation and contract management. Experience with SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems. Key Competencies: Technical credibility and engineering fluency Supplier relationship management Cost-benefit analysis and risk assessment Stakeholder alignment, change management and negotiation Strong documentation and reporting skills