Principal Advisor Global Technology Procurement Atlantic

• Be part of a group that is safety driven and puts Care, Courage and Curiosity at the heart of everything we do
• Opportunity to work with the business to make a significant positive impact across Information Services and Technology
• Position based in Montreal, Quebec

About the role

We are looking for a Principal Global Technology who will be responsible for engaging with the senior IS&T stakeholders in the Atlantic region, co-developing technology category strategies, accountable for executing sourcing strategies, contract implementation and supplier relationship management across Rio Tinto's Atlantic region. You will be responsible for a team who will deliver effective and efficient solutions to generate value for the business.

This role is a great opportunity for a passionate leader who can bring people together to effectively implement, lead and govern best practices and efficiencies within the technology procurement categories. Reporting to the Senior Manager Technology Procurement you will need to:

• Fluent English and French speaking
• Manage a team of Category Specialists to deliver on the Priorities of the GM Global Indirects
• Meet the demands and expectations of the IS&T Atlantic stakeholders and projects in region by engaging with the key Atlantic IS&T stakeholders and functional teams
• Collaborate with other Principal Advisors to deliver innovative solutions to broad IS&T challenges whether it be procurement process or category specific
• Work as the Atlantic lead on all things that relate to Technology Procurement
• Have relationship management skills to connect internal bridges for continuous collaboration and demonstrate a deep technology category subject matter expertise

• Execute thought leadership on a variety of complex process and leadership challenges
• Lead continuous improvement of procurement services, processes, tools, techniques, and operating methods through internal knowledge and external thought leadership
• Good foundations in understanding data and to be able to draw conclusions and make decisions with data and analytics - drive procurement efficiency and data quality

• Leading the design and delivery of improvement solutions that delivers quantifiable business value

• Manage multiple streams of work and stakeholders across business groups and locations, whilst having clear and crisp communication skills
• Primary focus on meeting targets and you must demonstrate that you have the ability to pursue a long-term strategic vision whilst remaining flexible enough to respond tactically to changing demands or unexpected opportunities.
• Strong commercial critical thinking, structured presentation and interpersonal skills as well as drive, determination and belief.
• Strategic commercial acumen is essential for the role.

About you

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• +10 years of experience in Technology Procurement
• A degree in Business, Procurement or management with a proven track record delivering results and being able to tell the story of value realisation
• Sound understanding and deep experience in working end to end business, business process improvement, technology and integration points
• Demonstrable experience in managing a team and a technology procurement portfolio across a complex global organsaition across multiple stakeholders, systems, tools, countries and change management scenerios to successfully deliver maximum outcomes
• Experienced in engaging with and coaching key stakeholders up to senior leader level
• Experience in reporting and analytics to drive business intelligence

• A strong safety mindset

• An analytical, pragmatic and curious problem solver
• A natural leader with a high level of initiative, motivation and drive to succeed
• Able to operate autonomously and manage your workload with remote support

It will also be beneficial if you have:

• Knowledge and experience working across cultures and geographies as this is a global role.

Rio Tinto Procurement

Rio Tinto Procurement is a global capability and team providing end to end procurement and supply chain services that deliver value to the Rio Tinto Group through the strategic sourcing and buying of goods and services for all operations and businesses. Playing a fundamental role, value is achieved through uniformed processes, e-technology, increased corporate social responsibility and measurable savings for the Group.

About us

As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You'll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

So if this sounds like you and the opportunity you are looking for, apply now.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.