Coordinator - Procurement

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

We are delighted to announce that we are looking for a skilled and experienced Procurement Coordinator to join our inclusive and supportive team based in Manila. Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Procurement Coordinator plays a pivotal role as the first point of control for all GroundProbe third party spend and making sure that the overall spend category plans are effectively implemented.

The Procurement Coordinator is responsible for nominated Purchasing Groups and/or Locations. The role plays a pivotal role in the execution of short- and long-term supply chain strategy, risk and change management.

What you will be doing

• Purchase Order Management:
  Ensure compliance with standards for Purchase Order creation, process and update purchase orders, and communicate changes or delays to stakeholders.
• Supplier Engagement:
  Manage supplier relationships, including sourcing activities, acknowledgments, audits, delivery error investigations, and corrective actions.
• Transactional Sourcing:
  Perform sourcing for approved requests not covered by contracts, supporting new product developments and aligning spend to category strategies.
• Exception Handling & Resolution:
  Address MRP exception messages to align demand and supply, resolve Accounts Payables issues, and maintain procurement data in relevant systems.
• Stakeholder Collaboration:
  Engage with internal stakeholders to clarify requests, coordinate procurement requirements, and support lifecycle activities for Purchase Orders.

What you will bring

• Demonstrated experience in a similar Purchasing or Procurement role is essential with experience in high complexity, low volume procurement is an advantage
• Tertiary qualifications in procurement, supply chain, logistics management or commercial management are desirable.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and Material Requirements Planning (MRP), with practical experience in ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics AX2009 and/or D365 preferred).
• Understanding of ERP workflows, system integration, and proficiency in using ERP transactions and reporting within a Purchasing/Procurement environment is highly advantageous.
• Highly organised and customer focused.
• Strong understanding of data management, with a consistent focus on integrity and adherence to procurement ethics.
• The ability to work autonomously within remote team structures.

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.