Who We Are:Welcome to Vale. Our purpose is to improve life and transform the future. Together. We value our workforce and strive to offer continuous training and career development opportunities for our people.Vale Base Metals is one of the world's largest producers of high-quality nickel and an important producer of copper and responsibly sourced cobalt. With headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations in Newfoundland & Labrador,Ontario, Manitoba, UK, Indonesia, and Brazil, we are delivering the critical building blocks for a cleaner, greener future.Applying the latest technologies to sustainably mine the critical minerals that power electric vehicles, build renewableenergy solutions, and help develop life-saving medical equipment is at the heart of what we do.We invite you to be part of our evolution. growing and changing. We invite you to be part of our evolution.The OpportunityWe are currently seeking anAnalyst, Procurementto join ourProcurementteam inToronto. This is apermanentposition.As a Procurement Analyst, you will execute the procurement of materials, equipment, and services for operations, aiming to assure the supply of items for business continuity, at the lowest total cost of ownership possible, achieving industry best practice standards of delivery time and quality of products and service.Key ResponsibilitiesMeet the requirements of our internal customers in accordance with established procurement goals, policies, and proceduresAssure availability of goods and services through the adherence to existing agreements and, when necessary, contract amendments or renewal.Develop and implement procurement strategiesWork with team members and other stakeholders to develop sourcing plansPrepare RFP packages and carry out sourcing in accordance with industry best practicesAnalyze the submitted proposals from a commercial perspective and negotiate contract terms and conditions which are favorable to Vale and seek reduce the company's risk exposureDevelop and maintain positive working relationships and conduct business in a confident, objective, and diplomatic mannerOversee vendor management process throughout the life of the contract, ensuring compliance and performanceRepresent Vale's Procurement Organization in meetings with a variety of internal and external customersAdminister all jobs, contracts and related documentation with due diligence and integrity, adhering to all legal, and company, policies, and procedures.- Follow up activities related to procurement area as for analysis, support, and implementation of projects.Create, develop, and control reports, research, and other administrative activities.Analyze and suggest implementation of new systems involving their area.Identify potential improvements in the procurement process.Create support tools for the procurement process.Analyze indicators, bottle neck mapping and process improvement mapping.Act as a resource to customers in procurement. Enforce Company Policies and Norms or escalate to supervisor.Collect, track, analyst and resolve supply chain issues, based on information provided by both parties.Provide leadership in the preparation of sourcing documentsCo-ordinate and manage all activities during sourcing cycle including clarification questions and issuance of addendaReview and evaluate proposals, negotiate prices and terms and conditionsIdentify business risks and initiate steps to mitigateReview and understand exceptions to terms and conditions and assess issues with requested changesCreate appropriate agreement type with good understanding of the scope of work and commercial structureTake ownership of assigned services categoryCarry out basic needs analysis, identify opportunities, develop, and implement strategiesCarry out relationship Supplier relationship managementTake on new projects and re-prioritize as business and procurement needs changeSupport others on team in achieving their goalsTake on new and progressive responsibilitiesAbout YouEducation:An Undergraduate Degree (Business, Commerce or Legal programs preferred) or a technologist diploma in civil, mechanical, electrical, construction or mining field or equivalent confirmed experienceExperience:3-4 years of experience in the procurement field (Commodities & Logistics experience required)Experience related to procurement (mining, petrochemical or heavy manufacturing industry is preferred)Skills:Strong knowledge of procurement principles and processes, Canadian contract law, commercial terms, and procurement to pay business systems.Understand and RFP processes, protocols, and industry best practicesUnderstand and manage business requirements for assigned categoryHow can Vale grow your career?• Competitive salary• Attractive pension and benefits (company paid core coverage, flex health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances)• Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation, flex, sick, top up for maternity/parental)• Flexible work arrangements• Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.• Grow your career in a large and global company, and mining industry leader.• Employee Family Assistance Program• Online training and career development opportunities• Opportunities to advise and oversee the design, budget and construction of new mines and expansions.Difference Makes All the DifferenceAt Vale, 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 onlywelcome - 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 equalopportunity 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.Grade:G03Apply by: May 17, 2024#ValeBaseMetals
