Specialist - Procurement

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

The Specialist - Source to Pay supports the development and implementation of sourcing and category strategies, executes plans, and tracks/measures results.

What you will be doing

Sourcing Strategy Implementation: Develop and implement a comprehensive, updated sourcing strategy that delivers the best financial outcomes for Orica.
Sourcing Process Execution: Execute the end-to-end sourcing process, ensuring outcomes meet or exceed business requirements and are fully aligned with Group Standards, ensuring security of supply and reliability
Supplier Database Management: Maintain an accurate database of suppliers, execution dates, and key stakeholders.
Collaborative Strategy Delivery: Work collaboratively with Contracts Management and Supplier Management to deliver the overall category strategy.
Change Communication: Assist in communicating sourcing changes to the business.
Supply Chain Risk Management: Anticipate and acts in the resolution of supply chain risk events.
Global Strategy Operationalization: Operationalize the global strategy within the region and site teams.
Opportunity Identification and Implementation: Identify opportunities and implement initiatives to maximize the effectiveness of the sourcing strategy concerning capital expenditure, sustenance capital, and operating expenditure across the region.
Responsible for identifying and delivering cost-saving opportunities, negotiating favorable payment terms, and driving synergies and service optimization across the region.
Develop, execute, and monitor an annual sourcing plan, ensuring alignment and timely execution in collaboration with key stakeholders
Stakeholder Collaboration: Foster an environment of collaboration with Orica's key stakeholder functions to deliver the best overall outcomes for the business.
Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Propose, develop and contribute with continuous improvement and innovative solutions with key suppliers.

What you will bring

Possess unquestioned reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
Strong attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy, integrity & accountability
Supplier Market Research and Analysis
Negotiation Strategies and Tactics
Supplier Relationship Management
Effective Communication with Stakeholders and Vendors
Analytical Thinking and Data-Driven Decision-Making
Time Management and Meeting Sourcing Timelines
Ethical Conduct and Compliance with Sourcing Policies
Collaboration and Teamwork in Cross-Functional Sourcing Projects
Resilience and Persistence in Negotiations and Supplier Interactions

Your qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in logistics, supply chain, business or engineering.
5 years experience in similar sized organisation and within procurement function.
Experience in Mining, Oil & Gas, Industrial, and other relevant B2B Marketing industries.
Experience working with ARIBA is a plus
SAP MM experience required (S2P2P procceses)
English (B2), Spanish (B2)
PowerBI knowledge
 

How you shape and influence others

Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character       
Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal & communication skills
Self-aware and open to feedback 
Work effectively across business unit
High level decision making ability
Able to manage multiple tasks within deadlines and work independently 
 

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.