Orica

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.. About The Role – 27258 - Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Centennial, CO) The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for managing the Company’s sourcing activities (sourcing strategy, supplier relationship management, contract management, purchase order scheduling) for its Continuous Spend categories, including raw materials and finished products, with focus on ammonium nitrate, chemicals and ammonium nitrate-related products.. As coordinator of the ammonium nitrate network, the Sourcing Specialist will execute the supply plan delivered by Planning with all the ammonium nitate vendors and including the inputs from Logistics & Distribution, Procurement and Commercial areas, ensuring the product is supplied to customers across the region in a timely manner, and manage the exceptions when the products are not available in full.. As a member of Orica’s North American Supply group, the Sourcing Specialist plays a critical role in driving, implementing, and embedding a significant amount of change required to improve functional capability and deliver substantial cost savings.. Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)

strategic sourcing specialist

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 mobilize 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. Orica USA Inc. has been recognized as one of the top companies for women to work for in the transportation industry by the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) in 2023. Orica does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Orica Immigration Sponsorship (e.g., H1-B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.About The Role – 27258 - Strategic Sourcing Specialist (Centennial, CO) The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will be responsible for managing the Company’s sourcing activities (sourcing strategy, supplier relationship management, contract management, purchase order scheduling) for its Continuous Spend categories, including raw materials and finished products, with focus on ammonium nitrate, chemicals and ammonium nitrate-related products. As coordinator of the ammonium nitrate network, the Sourcing Specialist will execute the supply plan delivered by Planning with all the ammonium nitate vendors and including the inputs from Logistics & Distribution, Procurement and Commercial areas, ensuring the product is supplied to customers across the region in a timely manner, and manage the exceptions when the products are not available in full. As a member of Orica’s North American Supply group, the Sourcing Specialist plays a critical role in driving, implementing, and embedding a significant amount of change required to improve functional capability and deliver substantial cost savings. In addition, this role will provide category management for direct spend vendors (e.g. supplier’s/competitors, raw materials, chemicals suppliers, etc.) while ensuring successful implementation of global corporate category initiatives. This role will also act as the central point of contact for strategic projects in the region that require Sourcing and Procurement representation. This role will report to the North American Sourcing Lead but liaise with Global Category Managers, Leads and business stakeholders to assist in global implementations and ensure alignment in goals and objectives.What you will be doing Ensure compliance with Orica’s Safety and Procurement policy and governance including in utilising preferred suppliers list. Coordinate all activities related to the Ammonium Nitrate Network, monitor the execution of the supply plan and manage any contingency with the ammonium nitrate vendors. Report execution status of supply plan to Commercial team and relevant stakeholders. Executes sourcing processes ensuring outcomes meet or exceeds business requirements. Work with key Orica stakeholders to prepare monthly volume nominations and shipment scheduling to ammonium nitrate suppliers in a timely manner fulfilling contractual obligations. Keep constant and fluid communication with ammonium nitrate suppliers in order to identify risks to the supply (e.g. plant outages, distribution disruptions, strikes, etc.) and adapts supply plan accordingly. Support the resolution of risk events in order to ensure continuity of supply. Maintain product prices (consistency, system updates) as indicated in supply contracts. Oversee import / export process; ensure relevant documentation is provided to key stakeholders for the import / export of ammonium nitrate. Supports the timely resolution of quality claims and ensures that the products comply with the contracted technical specifications. Maintain a deep understanding of current suppliers, contracts and compliance with contractual clauses and obligations. Conducts scenario, cost, benchmark and/or other types of analysis. Maintain accurate database of suppliers and key stakeholders (internal/ external) Maintain all relevant vendor and material master data related to the sourcing of ammonium nitrate category Coordinate with Supply Chain and relevant teams (Planning, L&D, Procurement, Excellence, Commercial and Marketing) and stakeholders the timely execution of supply plan. Drive continuous improvement and innovation solutions with key ammonium nitrate suppliers. Executes end-to-end sourcing process ensuring the outcomes meet or exceed business requirements and are fully aligned with Group Standards; prepares, distributes, collates and analyses RFx processes Improving overall regional competitiveness by reducing Total Cost of Ownership while at the same time ensuring security of supply and reliability. Plans and schedules presented on time according to contractual requirements. Identify and implement cost savings initiatives. Competitive Completed Sourcing events. Ensure Spend on Contract targets. Supplier rationalization. Compliance to relevant Supply Group mandates and processes Tracking of outcomes achieved, completion to plan. Feedback from stakeholders and strength of relationships internally and externally. What you will bring Undergraduate degree in Engineering and/or Business-related discipline, or 5 years of relevant industry experience. Mining, Oil & Gas, Industrial, and other relevant B2B Marketing industries Some experience in an administration, procurement, or accounts role Knowledge SAP and ARIBA for Source to Contract Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check Role dimensions Individual Contributor with no direct reports Must be open to reporting to the Centennial, CO office at least three days a week 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. Compensation Range • $83,825 - $115,000• Eligible for annual short-term incentive plan (Salary to be determined by the applicant’s experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.) Benefits Medical/Prescription Drug – Three (3) plans to choose from Dental – Two (2) plans to choose from Vision – Two (2) plans to choose from Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Basic Employee Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Voluntary Employee/Dependent Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Company provided Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Company provided Employee Assistance Program Voluntary Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness & Accident Plans Voluntary Identity Theft Protection Voluntary Legal Plan 401(k) + Company Match Company provided Maternity Leave Company provided Bonding Leave Accrued Paid Time Off Paid Sick & Safe Time Nine (9) Scheduled Holidays + Two (2) Floating Holidays Orica is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are a Drug-free workplace.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. We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica. Please note that Orica will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made. Please also be advised that Orica will never request payment or require candidates to deposit a check during the recruitment and onboarding processes.

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