Lead - Global Supply Master Data

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 14,000 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

The Global Supply Chain Master Data Lead is responsible for the governance, quality, and lifecycle management of Supply Chain Master Data across Orica's global operations. The role leads a team of specialists, ensuring accurate and compliant master data that supports manufacturing, procurement, logistics, supplier management, and product lifecycle activities. It also partners with business and IT stakeholders to drive process improvements, support transformation initiatives, and maintain global data standards.

What you will be doing

• Lead, coach, and develop a global team of Supply Chain Master Data Specialists.
• Foster a high-performing, customer-focused culture that promotes accountability and continuous improvement.
• Manage team priorities, workloads, and resources to meet business demand and service levels.
• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of supply chain master data requests.
• Ensure compliance with global master data standards, policies, governance, and approval requirements.
• Monitor service performance, data quality, and operational metrics, while managing risks and escalations.
• Govern key master data domains, including Materials, Production, Suppliers, Procurement, Transportation, and Services.
• Build strong partnerships with Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, and other business stakeholders.
• Provide expert guidance on master data solutions and promote adoption of global data standards.
• Act as the Supply Chain Master Data SME for transformation projects, acquisitions, divestments, and system integrations.
• Drive initiatives that improve data integrity, standardization, automation, and process efficiency.
• Support audit, compliance, and control activities while championing best-practice master data governance across global operations.

What you will bring

• 5-10 years' experience in Supply Chain, Master Data Management, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, or ERP Governance.
• Proven experience leading teams in a global or complex business environment.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, including procurement, production, transportation, and materials management.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or similar enterprise ERP systems.
• Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills across functional teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
• Experience in data governance, data quality, process improvement, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Exposure to mergers, acquisitions, business integrations, or large-scale transformation programs.
• Knowledge of supply chain data standards and Master Data platforms such as SAP MDG, DSP, Prospecta, or similar solutions.

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.