Analyst Fixed Equipment (FE)

• Support the FE Global team by managing all analytical requirements (internal and external) that the team requires in order to deliver sustainable value to Rio Tinto
• Manage team reporting requirements
• 9 month fixed term contract | Full time | Location - Perth CBD

We encourage women and Indigenous Peoples to apply, as we advance our business to more accurately reflect the world around us.

Where we’re all welcome

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us who we are.

At Rio Tinto, 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 acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Analyst to undertake detailed internal category and project spend analysis and external global market/cost analysis for our Fixed Equipment (FE) category within Rio Tinto Procurement. This role requires someone who has a meticulous eye for detail to extract/collate data from various sources, consolidate the datasets and then analyse and interpret the data to present meaningful information and insight (i.e. trends, patterns or gaps) for the FE team and business to review.

This role is a great opportunity for someone who has strong analytical skills and who enjoys working in a fast paced environment and as part of a focused team.

Reporting to the Principal Advisor you will:

• Have the ability to process a large volume of data in an efficient and effective manner
• Be experienced with creating and publishing a variety of reports/dashboards and the ability to suggest ways to improve data capture, interpretation and presentation format
• Extract, analyse and interpret spend data (from SAP and other system sources) and proactively communicate what the data conveys
• Populate and regularly update cost saving systems with team category initiatives
• Capture, consolidate and report on the external market dynamics for multiple categories
• Assist with the tracking of forecasted cost savings versus business unit actuals
• Support the Specialists and Manager with tender analysis and potentially the building of Excel based cost models
• Ensure that the team follows the required governance and compliance relating to key Procurement documentation storage and file structure – satisfying audit requirements
• Undertake detailed fact-base analysis as part of global category strategy development in order to fully understand the category profile
• Undertake regular reporting on cost savings, spend forecasts, supplier spend, business unit spend, bespoke analysis and other performance indicators as requested
• Maintain a positive, constructive and collaborative working relationship with the team, business and vendors

About you

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills; pivot tables, V-look up, cost model building and formulas
• Strong experience in Power BI
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to untangle complex issues through quantitative thinking and analysis
• Ability to communicate professionally and succinctly (verbally and written)
• Strong PowerPoint skills to enable clear and impactful presentation of the data facts to support effective decision making
• Strong SAP navigation and data capture skills
• An ability to work unsupervised and be a self-starter

It will also be beneficial if you have a degree in Business or Commerce, with relevant analytical work experience.

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn't align 100% we still want to hear from you.

What we offer

• Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress
• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto
• Full relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family
• Attractive share ownership plan
• Company provided insurance cover
• 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, paid parental, sick leave, cultural leave)
• To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives – at a time that suits them
• Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more.

Who we are

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.

Where you’ll be working

This role will be based at our Perth Central Park office, nestled in the cities CBD.

In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, we own a world-class, integrated network of 17 mines, four independent port terminals, a rail network spanning nearly 2,000 kilometres and related infrastructure – all designed to respond rapidly to changes in demand. We are one of the world’s leading producers and exporters of iron ore.

Applications close on 27th September 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove advertised roles prior to this date).