Projects Commercial Controller

PROJECTS COMMERCIAL CONTROLLER ROLE PROFILE GENERAL Date September 2026 Location Aggeneys, Northern Cape Operations VZI Projects Job Grade Paterson D4/D3 / Vedanta M4/M5 ROLE CONTEXT Vedanta Zinc International (VZI) operates two major mining complexes in the Northern Cape: Gamsberg – a large-scale open‑pit zinc mine requiring precise spatial control, accurate volumetric reporting and continuous survey support to enable safe, efficient and compliant mining to optimise profitability and longevity of the operation. Black Mountain Mine (BMM) – an underground operation where survey accuracy directly influences development alignment, stope design, ore flow reconciliation and statutory compliance. The Projects Commercial Controller is responsible for end-to-end handling of all commercial aspects of Projects - from contracting, selection of right partners, procurement/package ordering, management of legal commercial aspects, until contract closure. PURPOSE OF THE ROLE Reporting directly to the Head Projects -VZI with functional reporting to Director Commercial, Growth Projects -Africa, the incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing Project commercial strategies according to company goals, objectives, and governance standards, with the aim to support optimal Project progress. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Responsible for end-to-end handling of all commercial aspects of Projects - from contracting, selection of right partners, procurement/package ordering, management of legal commercial aspects, until contract closure. 2. Responsible for driving Projects spend reduction, business partner and contract performance management, supply chain assurance and strong process governance 3. Benchmarking, analytics, dashboard, reporting, market intelligence. 4. Commercial risk management and process de-bottlenecking. QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS Qualifications · Relevant degree (preferably in a technical field such as Engineering, Mining, Metallurgy etc). · MBA will be highly advantageous. Experience · >10 years’ relevant experience in leading the Commercial function on large scale projects in Mining industry. · Proven experience in EPC/EPCM type of contracts Technical Competence · Exceptional techno-commercial acumen, solid numerical skills and firm grasp of macro-economic concepts. · Solid understanding of legal nuances and commercial contracting. Behavioural · Exceptional negotiation and relationship management skills. Organisational Fit · Demonstrates VZI values: Trust, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Respect and Care . · Acts as a reliability expert and technical partner to mining operations. · Supports the Transformation COE’s mission of sustainable, value driven improvement. · Collaborates effectively across Engineering, Mining, Plant, Supply Chain and HSE.