Sourcing Analyst (1 year Fixed term contract)
- Employer
- Rio Tinto
- Location
- Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, ZAF
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Oct 24, 2022
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- Category
- Auxiliary & Support Staff
- Work Term
- Contract
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Job Details
- Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
- Key role in a diverse and global procurement organization
- Role based in Johannesburg, ZA
About the role
We are looking for a Sourcing Analyst who will support several business units in the RTP Africa region. The purpose of this role will be to Provides support to the Principal Category on strategic sourcing projects which contribute to the delivery of commercially favourable contracts and deliver optimal value to the Rio Tinto Business Unit.
You will be responsible for the following:
- Conducting and implementing contract management (e.g.: contract execution, implementation, supplier reviews) for assigned contracts or arising from sourcing projects they have executed
- Handling individual sourcing projects and/or a set of assigned commodities and contribute to value delivery through the deployment of Best Practices, procurement tools and negotiation skills.
- Engaging, communicating, and influencing internal and external stakeholders at operational levels (Superintendent, Manager, Company representative)
- Providing analytical and commercial support to peers and more senior Sourcing Specialists in the group.
- Responsible for conducting and managing Supplier Relationships
About you
To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
- 2-5 years' experience in Procurement, Consulting or related field
- Degree or Diploma (Commerce, Legal, Engineering)
- Interpersonal skills and the ability to engage
- An appreciation and ability to grasp Commercial Law, BBBEE and Mining requirements.
- Familiarity or an ability to quickly understand a variety of supply chain concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Proficient in English and French language will be advantageous
- Computer literate on MS Word & Excel
- Experince working on SAP & Ariba systems
- Experience in working within a multi-cultural environment
- Project Management experience
Where you will be working
Rio Tinto Global Procurement ensures resilient supply chains that deliver value to the Rio Tinto Group through the strategic sourcing and buying of goods and services for our operations. Playing a fundamental role, value is achieved through effective supplier partnerships, innovation, easy and standardised processes, e-technology, corporate social responsibility and increased commercial advantage.
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.
Company
We are curious and creative, ingenious and hard-working. We are pioneers – exploring the boundaries of everything we do. The materials we produce are essential to human progress, and we see that progress driven by our people. Working at Rio Tinto means touching people’s lives: from exploring new materials to finding ways to tackle climate change.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. And 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 essential to our success.
Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other.
- Website
- https://www.riotinto.com/
- Mini-site
- Rio Tinto
- Telephone
- +44 20 7781 2000
- Location
-
6 St James's Square
London
London
SW1Y 4AD
Australia
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