Reporting directly to the CEO, this position is integral to the Wassa Leadership Team, playing a vital role in providing the highest level of supply and contract expertise and broader business governance, support and advice.  Important requirements of the role are delivery of robust inventory management, cost reduction through effective sourcing strategies, contract management and compliance as well as overall management of the supply department including systems and procedures.

CLOSING DATE: 8TH MAY 2024
REQUIREMENTS
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Provide leadership and develop and execute strategy across all inbound and outbound logistics

Collaborate with each internal function and ensure an effective supply chain service is delivered

Identify synergies and opportunities to drive sustained improvements across an evolving network

Manage planning and tracking of procurement activities, cost budgets and savings forecasts

Ensure performance reporting is clearly visible and understood by each team member and how each KPI relates to Supply Chain’s overall business objectives

Engage and continuously work with suppliers to maximize the effectiveness of Wassa inventory investments and/or delivery expectations

Review supplier agreements to ensure knowledge of any opportunities which may exist within a particular suppliers

Leverages knowledge of systems and cross-functional processes to deliver continuous improvement and efficiencies

Monitor and report internal and supplier performance, quality issues and development actions

Set clear performance goals for all areas and report on these regularly to key stakeholders

Provide accounting and financial assistance for cost control, establishment of budgets and project reviews with functional managers

Training and development of national staff

QUALIFICATION, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor degree with a minimum of at least 15 year management experiences in commercial areas

At least 5 years management experience in a similar role

Extensive experience in a supply/procurement positions in the mining sector

Experiences in mining or similar industries in Africa region and China is preferable

Understanding of the Chinese supply market and having already an established network would be well regarded

Membership of a Supply Chain and Logistics Association is desirable

A demonstrated track record of developing strong and effective relationship with key stakeholders

Ability to mentor and develop a diverse team with broad skills, flexibility and capacity

A personal commitment to safety through visible leadership, and in your own behaviours and interactions

Must be fluent in English

Able to speak Mandarin would be well regarded but not essential.

This is a renewable fixed term position. The onsite camp facilities at Wassa include fully serviced air-conditioned rooms, dining halls, sports bar convenience store, gym and sporting facilities, swimming pool and a fully equipped medical Center. An attractive expatriate salary package including a performance-based incentive and other benefits is on offer.

Interviews will be conducted as CV’s are received; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview.

Golden Star Resources is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring that no applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of age, gender, marital status, race, nationality, religious belief, ethnicity, disability, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements, which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

MODE OF APPLICATION:

Interested applicants should submit applications to:  wrecruitment@gsr.com or the address below

HR & ADMIN MANAGER

GOLDEN STAR (WASSA) LIMITED.

P.O. BOX 16075, KIA, ACCRA