Who We Are

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world's energy transition.

Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.

From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.

Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Advisor, Procurement Center of Excellence to join our Procurement team in Toronto.

This is a permanent hybrid position.

As an Advisor, Procurement you will act as focal point of the Procurement Center of Excellence (CoE) with Operations in North Atlantic, with an overall view of the req to pay process. You will lead contract management normative initiatives and be responsible for implementing processes and technology, aligned with procurement strategy and, on a daily basis, will be required to interact and establish key relationships with procurement team and main stakeholders: operations, contractor management, health and safety, sustainability and FP&A team.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Will act as the representative for Contract Lifecycle Management for North Atlantic Operations/Projects on behalf of Procurement Center of Excellence. Building relationships while balancing expectations of Procurement with Operations will be essential.
• Responsible to identify systems and improvement opportunities to support the process of Contract lifecycle Management, analyze market best practices, evaluate solutions scenario and implement/manage new project, coordinating activates and deadlines with other departments.
• Carry out Supplier relationship management initiatives, including Contractor HSER Performance Management Process, HSER Contractor Pre-Qualification and local/ indigenous community Participation Program in Supply Chain.
• Responsible to support strategic Procurement Initiatives, including process re-design, strategy development, priority-setting and digital transformation.
• Responsible to coordinate and provide input and alignment to local, regional and global category and work aligned with other stakeholders. Collect, analyze and report on key performance indicators that will support business operations.
• Identify supplier risks, perform root cause analysis, and make recommendations to resolve critical issues.

About You

Education:

• An undergraduate degree in a related field (Business, Economics, Finance, Legal).

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years' relevant/related experience.

Skills:

• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Effective communication skills
• Project management skills
• Analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Relationship building.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
• Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
• Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)
• Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, flex, sick, parental)
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Virtual Healthcare online
• Online training and career development opportunities

Why Toronto

Vale's Toronto office, nestled in the heart of Canada's largest city, serves as a pivotal hub for the company's operations. This office is central to Vale's IT, strategic planning, Human Resources, and legal affairs, driving key initiatives that support the company's global mission. Toronto's vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environment enhances Vale's ability to innovate and excel in these critical areas, reflecting the city's status as a leading international business center.

Include to Transform

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade: F5T

Apply by: Thursday, October 17th, 2024.

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