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 a Commercial Operations Co-Op Student to join our Copper and PGM Commercial Operations team in Toronto.

This is an on-site/hybrid position, working a Monday – Friday schedule. This is a 12 month-fixed term co-op position starting in May 2025.

As a Commercial Operations Co-Op Student, your experience and skills will help to support and ensure the execution of all functions that contribute to the business unit through the accomplishment of sales administration processes.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Submit payment the vendors invoices related to the supervision and umpire services provided for the Intermediates and Copper sales and to follow-up the process until payment has been made (including SES creation in SAP)
• Perform the "2nd analyst validation" for the Intermediates and Copper invoices issued by the co-workers.
• To manage the shipment approval process for the PGM Cake, which includes the following activities:
  • To attend a weekly call with production team
  • To follow up on shipment schedule
  • To calculate the value of the shipment
  • To get the shipment approval from the Credit Risk team
  • To create the sales order in SAP and to get it approved.
  • To inform ops team and logistics team about the approval
  • To have the insurance certificate created
• To provide support to other sales processes which may include:
  • contract creation in SAP
  • sales order creation in SAP
  • invoice issuance in SAP
  • submission of cash application to treasury
• To daily validate the metal prices entered in the system

About You

Education:

• Currently enrolled in a co-op program with a major in business, sales and supply chain or related fields.

Skills:

• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Solid verbal, written and analytical communication skills
• Knowledge of SAP is an asset
• Proven organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer You

• Competitive compensation
• Flexible work arrangements
• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
• Online training and career development opportunities
• Opportunities to build your network and lots of fun!

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 finance, strategic planning, commercial (marketing and sales), and sustainability teams, 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: UG2

Apply by: Friday, March 14^th, 2025

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