Commercial & Contracts Lead - Supply Chain

About Orica

At Orica, it’s the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures.  Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.

It’s an exciting time to join us – we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.

About the role

We are thrilled to announce that we are looking for a dedicated Commercial & Contracts Lead – Supply Chain to join our team. In this role, you will lead a team committed to meeting customer supply needs safely, reliably, and efficiently across the Australia & Pacific supply chain

You’ll collaborate closely with carriers, procurement, planning, manufacturing, business management, and commercial teams, all while focusing on operational excellence and commercial discipline. Our goal is to become the trusted partner of choice for our customers.

Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule with our Monday to Friday role, allowing you to make the most of your weekends while contributing to a dynamic and supportive team environment based in our beautiful offices in Brisbane, Perth or Kurri Kurri. 

What you will be doing

• Lead commercial and contract management across the Australia & Pacific supply chain, with full accountability for contractor performance and outcomes.
• Own end‑to‑end carrier and contractor relationships, driving contract compliance, cost control, KPI performance, and risk management.
• Lead contractor governance and commercial forums, strengthening accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
• Manage logistics‑related spend and cash flow end‑to‑end, ensuring strong financial discipline, visibility, and value delivery.
• Identify and deliver opportunities to optimise cost, service, safety, and customer outcomes in line with Supply Chain and Business strategy.
• Own and improve logistics systems, contracts, and data (e.g. SAP, reporting), enabling efficient processes and clear, decision‑ready insight.
• Partner closely with procurement, planning, manufacturing, logistics, commercial, and regional teams to ensure aligned decisions and reliable execution.

What you will bring

• Extensive end‑to‑end supply chain experience, with 5+ years across manufacturing, logistics, blasting, and customer delivery.
• Proven people leader with 3+ years’ experience leading teams and influencing across complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.
• Strong commercial and contract management capability, with a track record of managing supplier performance and commercial outcomes.
• Solid understanding of operational supply chain networks, with the ability to link commercial decisions to operational impact.
• Well‑developed business and financial acumen, consistently driving value, cost discipline, and performance against targets.
• Highly effective negotiator and communicator, comfortable influencing both internal and external stakeholders.
• Confident working with SAP or similar enterprise systems, supported by strong analytical and data‑driven decision‑making skills.
   

What we offer

As part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.

You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.

We respect and value all

Orica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone’s contributions.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.