Overview
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About The Role
We are looking for an experienced Sourcing Analyst to develop and execute tender, procurement advisory and contract management activities in support of Weipa Operations. You will contribute value by utilising Rio Tinto’s sourcing methodology to deliver safe, efficient, and effective total value outcomes.
You will be joining an experienced Procurement team to deliver on this exciting opportunity. Supporting one of Rio Tinto’s Bauxite assets in Weipa QLD, you will be based in Brisbane with occasional travel to site.
Your role will include
- Collaborating with global and site key stakeholders
- Promote and practice a safe, healthy and environmentally responsible work ethic that promotes a safe and incident free workplace
- Collect and generate information and quality data about the sources and drivers of value creation through procurement
- Complete procurement risk assessments
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies
- Develop and release tender packages
- Evaluate supplier proposals
- Develop and execute negotiation plans
- Prepare contractual documentation
- Manage award approvals and contract execution process
- Work closely with other Procurement team members, globally and within regions, to align sourcing requirements with business needs
- Build trust through open and transparent relationships and engagements
- Manage supplier performance management processes
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be able to demonstrate the following skills:
- A commitment to safety and the wellbeing of yourself and your team
- Behaviours aligned with the Rio Tinto values of Courage, Care and Curiosity
- Relevant experience in procurement including sourcing, tender preparation, evaluation, negotiation and contract execution
- Sound knowledge of procurement processes and principles with strong influencing, stakeholder engagement and change management capabilities
- Proficient understanding of contract law and administration
- Problem solving skills with analytical capability
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities supporting multiple stakeholder groups whilst maintaining autonomy and self-motivation
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience or understanding of SAP software, Ariba, Microsoft applications
- Experience or understanding of Rio Tinto’s CES applications (Avetta) will also be highly regarded
- Bachelor’s degree in business, law, economics, or finance will be beneficial
It will also be beneficial if you have Procurement qualifications or training. Previous work history on an operational site will also be highly regarded.
What we offer
- Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work
- A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
- A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
- A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus
- Comprehensive medical benefits including substantially subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
- Attractive share ownership plan
- Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options
- Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions
- Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support
- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, generous paid parental leave, sick leave, cultural leave etc.)
- Option to take 18 weeks of paid parental leave after a new child arrives
- Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more
Where you will be working
Rio Tinto Procurement (RTP) provides supply chain services that deliver value through end-to-end Category Management. Value is achieved through uniformed processes, e-technology, corporate social responsibility and measurable saving for the Group.
Application Deadline 24th September 2025
(Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date.)
Rio Tinto does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruiters or employment agencies. Rio Tinto will not consider or pay any referral compensation or recruiter fee for unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Any unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles submitted are the property of Rio Tinto.
About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries and produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. Our purpose is to find better ways to provide the materials the world needs – with innovation, continuous improvement and responsible governance. We value partnerships to solve problems and create win-win opportunities.
Every Voice Matters
We particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves and to have all voices heard and respected.
Job Details
- Seniority level: Not Applicable
- Employment type: Full-time
- Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
- Industries: Mining and Oil and Gas
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