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.
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About the role The Specialist – Procurement provides specialist support in the development and execution of the procurement strategy ensuring that all purchases follow the policies and standard procurement process including proper use of supporting systems (SAP)and provides subject matter expertise on procurement matters.
What you will be doing Key Accountabilities Analyses data and engage stakeholders (internal and external) to quantify and validate opportunities and risks Conducts analysis of spend to understand business trends and opportunities to improve procurement effectiveness and efficiency Prepares material to workshop strategies and plans Tracks and progresses against the strategic category plans and procurement targets Validates findings and recommendations Supports leadership team to develop executive papers , write contracts & stakeholder business cases for strategic initiatives Conducts regular opportunity assessments to define new procurement strategies Assists in develop of work plans to implement agreed strategies Assists Supplier Performance Management Leads specific projects across the procurement team What you will bring BAND F PEOPLE LEADER * Minimum 7 years experience post qualification.
* Experience leading a team, including building a collaborative approach.
* Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.
* Strong strategic and commercial acumen supported by sound commercial judgement.
* Ability to plan, influence & execute.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills to present strategic logic and recommended pathways, coupled with the ability to present to key stakeholders.
BAND F TECHNICAL SPECIALIST * Minimum 3 to 6 years experience post qualification.
* Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with a range of stakeholders.
* Strong strategic and commercial acumen supported by sound commercial judgement.
* Ability to plan, influence & execute.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills to present strategic logic and recommended pathways, coupled with the ability to present to key stakeholders.
Role dependent - technical &/or functional business system applications required for tasks (e.g.
SAP, SF, Concur, analytics/visualisation tools, engineering software, etc.)
Role dimensions Span of control: * Headcount – X Direct, X Indirect Sphere of influence: * Department / Functional Sub-specialty SME Travel requirements: * Role dependent Your qualifications Insert tertiary qualification required for role (e.g.
Accountant must have a tertiary degree in an Accounting discipline, an Engineer must have a tertiary degree in an Engineering discipline) OR Technical qualification / legistlative / SHES certification 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.