Senior Manager Nitrogen & Sourcing

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’re excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Senior Manager - Nitrogen Strategy & Sourcing to join our global team. Based in Dubai, this role sits at the heart of shaping Orica’s long-term Ammonium Nitrate (AN) strategy and securing the future of our global supply network. We are open to considering other locations where Orica has an established presence. 

In this role, you’ll play a critical part in driving strategic sourcing decisions, building high-impact partnerships, and unlocking new commercial opportunities across key global regions. You’ll work closely with senior leaders and regional teams to optimise supply resilience, manage evolving market dynamics, and embed sustainability into our sourcing strategy.

This is a highly visible, strategic role where you’ll influence global outcomes, contribute to Orica’s sustainability ambitions, and help shape the future of a critical supply chain in a rapidly evolving industry.

What you will be doing

Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Strategy

• Support the development and refinement of Orica’s global sourcing strategy for Ammonium Nitrate (AN) partnerships, aligned with business and sustainability priorities.
• Provide strategic analysis and recommendations on major contracts and commercial strategies across key regions including LATAM, EMEA, and North America.
• Contribute to long-term supply security and network optimisation through informed sourcing decisions. 

Market Intelligence & Opportunity Development

• Identify, evaluate, and develop new sourcing opportunities, including partnership and equity options to enhance quality, reliability, and cost performance.
• Monitor market developments, geopolitical influences, and emerging trends to inform sourcing strategies and mitigate supply risks. 

Stakeholder Engagement & Governance

• Coordinate activities of the Nitrogen Council to ensure alignment and progress against global priorities. 
• Build strong cross-functional relationships to support decision-making, resolve challenges, and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with senior leaders and regional business units to deliver on strategic objectives.

Sustainability & Performance Delivery

• Support delivery of Orica’s Scope 3 emissions reduction roadmap by integrating sustainability considerations into sourcing evaluations.
• Contribute to key performance outcomes including supply resilience, cost optimisation, and reliability across global operations.

What you will bring

• Significant experience (10+ years) in business development, trading, or strategy within the commodities or energy sector.
• Strong expertise in Nitrogen and/or Nitrates markets, or adjacent commodity trading environments.
• Degree in Engineering (Chemical or similar) and/or Business (MBA or equivalent).
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic sourcing or commercial strategies.
• Highly developed stakeholder management and influencing capabilities at a senior level.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex market and commercial data.

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.