Manager - Supply Chain Governance And Improvement

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 mobilise 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 14,000 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.

About the role

As the Manager – Supply Chain Governance & Improvement, you will lead the governance, performance, and continuous improvement of Oricas global Source to Procure to Pay (S2P2P) process. You will drive process excellence by managing key supply chain KPIs, ensuring compliance with governance standards, and partnering with stakeholders across the business to deliver strategic initiatives, capability uplift, and sustainable business value.

What you will be doing

• Drive and implement governance frameworks, standards, and best practices across Oricas Source to Procure to Pay (S2P2P) process.
• Track, measure, and report Supply Chain KPIs to improve performance, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Monitor adherence to governance, risk, and control requirements, ensuring processes remain compliant and fit for purpose.
• Define the strategic direction of the S2P2P portfolio, aligning process improvements with business objectives.
• Lead and prioritize process enhancement initiatives, projects, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Support business transformation through process improvement, change management, digital initiatives, and portfolio governance.
• Manage portfolio reporting, including project progress, value delivery, investment, and return on investment.
• Develop learning tools and resources to strengthen process adoption and capability across the Supply Chain function.
• Partner with key stakeholders across Supply Chain, GBS, Legal, Risk, Sustainability, Finance, and Tax to drive alignment and improvement.
• Lead and develop a team responsible for supply chain governance, process excellence, and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related discipline (preferred).
• Experience within Mining, Oil & Gas, Industrial, or other relevant B2B industries.
• Background in consulting, business process improvement, governance, risk, and controls.
• Degree-qualified with at least 6 years of leadership experience.
• Proven experience in strategy development and execution.
• Strong track record of leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience working with SAP and Ariba-enabled business processes.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, including Audit Committees and global leadership forums.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

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.

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.