Mining Business Development Manager - (Digital Solutions) Colorado, Arizona, Nevada

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 mobilize 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.  From the production and supply of explosives, blasting systems, mining chemicals and geotechnical monitoring to our cutting-edge digital solutions and comprehensive range of services, we sustainably mobilize the earth’s resources.  

 
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.

Orica has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023, 2024 and 2025.

If interested in joining the Orica team and to be contacted by the Orica Recruiting team, text “New Job” to 52345.

Orica does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role.  Do not apply for this role if you will need Orica Immigration Sponsorship (e.g., H1-B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future. 

About The Role – 36697 - Business Development Manager (Southwestern US region)

We are excited to announce an opportunity at Orica for a Business Development Manager focused on the Colorado, Arizona and Nevada markets.

This position can be based in Arizona or Nevada with travel throughout the southwestern states.

• This position will:
• Develop, maintain, and manage Orica’s Blast Design & Execution US business.
• Increase Orica’s digital product market share and achieve financial growth targets including winning new customers and maintaining existing customers
• Maintain regional business pipeline and visit customer sites to review account progress and manage cross-selling and upselling business development initiatives

What you will be doing

•    Adhering to Orica’s Safe Operating Procedures and demonstrating visible leadership by undertaking safety audits, leadership interactions within the business and contributing that any current or new product is operated on a safe way while foreseeing risks and creating plans to minimize those.
•    Lead US’s B&DE business to achieve financial targets through development and maintenance of customer relationships with decision makers: technical users, influencers, financial decision makers, and others
•    Constantly analyze US Market to understand trends and opportunities, providing input during the development of the annual Budget.
•    Detecting new opportunities in products and services to be commercialized aimed at market share increase and margin maximization
•    Lead the introduction of new technologies in the region, by coordinating multi-functional teams, leading customer interactions as required
•    Maintain monthly dashboard report outlining wins/losses, key project focus, opportunity progress/status/next steps for US region.
•    Understand the competitor landscape, Next Best Alternative pricing and identify where our current Value Drivers align to commercial accounts needs.

•    Provide intelligence to assist the global function to understand where to best focus business resources/time to develop future offerings.

What you will bring

•    Mining process and value driver understanding 

•    Digital technology knowledge
•    Sales and Marketing experience
•    Great communication, presentation, and negotiating skills
•    Willing and able to travel up to 50%

Your qualifications

•    Mining degree and/or experience in the mining industry
•    Experience in mining specifically in digital technology (software, information systems, communication systems, navigation systems)
•    Experience in selling technology in the mining industry

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.

Compensation 

• Salary Range $103,000 - $135,000 USD
• Non-commission based position
• Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan

(Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

Benefits (Full Time Employees) 

•    Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from
•    Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from
•    Health Savings Account
•    Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance 
•    Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 
•    Company provided Employee Assistance Program
•    Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans
•    Voluntary Identity Theft Protection 
•    Voluntary Legal Plan
•    401(k) + Company Match
•    Company provided Maternity Leave
•    Company provided Bonding Leave
•    Accrued Paid Time Off 
•    Paid Sick & Safe Time
•    Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays 

How and When to Apply

If interested in this role, please apply at www.orica.com/careers to Job Requisition 36697

Application Deadline: May 15, 2026

We respect and value all

Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a Drug-free workplace. 

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.
We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made. Please also be advised that Orica will never request payment or require candidates to deposit a check during the recruitment and onboarding processes. 

Orica is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where our people feel engaged, respected, and connected.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica.  Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process.  All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.  Please also be advised that Orica will never request payment or require candidates to deposit a check during the recruitment and onboarding processes.