Vice President, Nitrogen

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 delighted to announce that we are inviting applications for the role of Vice President, Nitrogen. In this pivotal global role, you will lead the development and execution of Orica’s long-term Ammonium Nitrate and Nitrogen sourcing strategy, ensuring security of supply in a complex and highly competitive global market. Reporting to the President, SHES, Discrete Manufacturing and Global Supply, you will shape strategic partnerships, optimise global sourcing, and deliver outcomes that strengthen Orica’s competitive advantage.

This role is central to Orica’s growth and sustainability agenda. You will lead the AN Global Trading Hub, manage critical commercial relationships across multiple regions, and collaborate with senior leaders to navigate complex market dynamics. Your leadership will be instrumental in achieving our Scope 3 emissions reduction targets and embedding sustainable practices across the global supply chain.

To be successful in this role, you will bring a background in global commodity or sourcing leadership roles, a passion for problem-solving, and strong commercial, analytical, and execution skills. This is a key role within our proud global, market-leading organisation, where your exceptional communication and influencing skills, along with your ability to be an inspiring people leader, will enable you to thrive.

What you will be doing

• Lead the design and execution of Orica’s global Nitrogen strategy to ensure security of supply and long-term value creation.
• Provide strategic leadership to the AN Global Trading Hub and manage global AN partnerships.
• Build and lead high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability across regions.
• Partner with regional supply chain, commercial, and finance teams to align strategies and deliver value.
• Optimise working capital and reduce sourcing costs across all regions.
• Negotiate and manage key contracts, ensuring compliance with global standards.
• Drive delivery of Orica’s Scope 3 emissions reduction roadmap.
• Champion cross-functional collaboration to resolve challenges and improve processes.

What you will bring

• Role ideally suited to individuals with a minimum of 15 years’ experience in a similar global commodity sourcing or supply chain leadership role.
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and coaching skills, with the ability to lead and motivate a high-performing team.
• Proven ability to influence executive leadership and lead complex, cross-functional projects.
• Strong commercial acumen, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• A deep understanding of the Nitrogen value chain and its commercial drivers.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in finance, commerce, engineering or similar (post-graduate qualification or MBA highly regarded).

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.