Coordinator - Procurement

About Orica

GroundProbe is a global technology leader specialising in real-time solutions for measuring and monitoring geohazards.

We are the brand most trusted by mining and civil operators globally, giving them the certainty they need to make critical decisions, with confidence.

For more than 21 years, we have been creating state-of-the-art technologies and software that deliver precise and reliable information to our customers. Coupled with expert services and support, we give our customers the certainty they need to make critical decisions, with confidence.

Leading mining and civil operators in over 30 countries rely on us to better manage risk, maintain operations and production, and keep people and communities safe.

Our solutions are backed by a specialist team of the industry’s foremost geohazard monitoring experts. With unrivalled knowledge and experience spread across 14 offices around the globe, we can be counted on to provide the services and support our customers deserve. When there is a crisis, companies turn to GroundProbe first.

With the broadest range of technologies and services, and a truly global footprint of support, only GroundProbe can offer a complete, tailored solution.

GroundProbe is part of Orica Digital Solutions, a business stream of the Orica Group.

About The Role – Procurement Coordinator Tucson AZ

We are extremely excited to announce a new permanent and stable opportunity of Procurement Coordinator within the GroundProbe team.

Based in our recently established second production facility in Tucson, AZ, the Procurement Coordinator plays a pivotal role in establishing the local sourcing and then optimising the sourcing and managing spend categories for the continuous improvement of production performance. Reporting to the production supervisor and working closely with the procurement team in Tucson,AZ and Brisbane, Australia the role is responsible for the sourcing, procurement, purchasing and supplier management functions for the delivery of all external spend items to meet the production forecast. They shall support the execution of short- and long-term supply chain strategy, risk and change management.

You need to have a high level of attention to detail and be ready to complete hands on administrative maintenance tasks. It is a unique opportunity to be part of the growth of the newly formed second production facility while working in a truly global environment.

What you will be doing

• Establishing local (Americas) sourcing for the production facility
• Category management including go to market strategy, bid (RFx) process, evaluation and recommendation
• Operational delivery through raising, confirming and expediting Purchase Orders
• Supplier invoice review for matching against purchase order value, and troubleshooting if required
• Supplier management including recording and tracking of Supplier Corrective Actions and responses, participating in supplier audits, investigation of delivery errors and credit requests
• Maintain the procurement data within the AX-2009 (future: Dynamics 365) and utilise the ERP for MRP, Purchase order creation, tracking
• Support the inventory controller to complete accurate inventory forecasting, inventory related reports, data entry tasks and inventory investigations if required
• Manage freight, invoices and prepayments
• Update & Audit MSDS for Level Zero
  
  

What you will bring

• Have demonstrable work experience relating to the attributes/skill sets required
• You will be tertiary qualified in Procurement, Supply Chain Management or business administration
• Intermediate MS Office skills, Excel is essential
• ERP experience (AX2009 or D365 preferred)
• Proactive work attitude with a keen desire to learn
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• English essential, Spanish preferred
• Able to remain focused on key targets in a dynamic environment
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy is critical to this
• Excellent numerical reasoning skills
• Excellent Analytical Skills
• Exercise professionalism and confidentiality at all times
• Compliance with GroundProbe and/or Orica Procurement and Inventory policies
• Cost conscious
  
  

Work Environment

This is an in-office position based on a work schedule Mon-Fri 8am – 4:30pm (or 8:30am-5pm) with monthly payroll.

Your Qualifications

• 1-3 years related experience in Supply Chain management
• Experience in high complexity, low volume procurement advantageous
• Experience in inventory control and the use of ERP (AX-2009 and Dynamics 365 advantageous) systems
• Strong communication skills
  
  

How You Shape And Influence Others

• Demonstrates courage, resilience and flexibility
• Strong reputation for integrity, ethics, personal values and solid character
• Solid interpersonal & communication skills
• Self-aware and open to feedback
• Work effectively across teams
• Able to work independently with only targeted supervision
• Productive without compromising quality
• Highly reliable and motivated to excel
  
  

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.

We have been made aware that some individuals have received scam emails which include false and invalid offers of employment from Orica/GroundProbe. Please note that Orica/GroundProbe will not offer employment to any candidate without first undertaking a formal application and recruitment process. All candidates are required to actively participate in the recruitment process applicable to the specific role and location where the role is based, prior to any offer of employment being made.