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At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper, world-shaper. About the Role: Join our team at Alcoa''s Procurement team as our new Procurement Operations Manager Pinjarra Refinery. This permanent, Monday to Friday role based at Alcoas Pinjarra Refinery offers a fantastic work-life balance, including a paid leisure day every four weeks, giving you more time to enjoy life in this stunning part of West Australia. Reporting to the Senior Manager Procurement Operations Australia Region, you will be a key member of the Pinjarra location leadership team. You''ll drive engagement, provide education, and deliver tangible results in procurement and contracts, collaborating closely with the site and empowering others. As the central point of contact for Australian Procurement Operations at Pinjarra, you''ll bridge the gap between the central procurement teams and the onsite operations. Key Responsibilities include: Align procurement strategy with business goals through clear communication, reporting, and effective business operations interface. Be an integral member of the Pinjarra Refinery Lead Team, providing procurement and commercial advice and direction. Lead a team of two Contracts and Procurement specialists that support sourcing of goods and services contract management (including Supply Non-Conformance and contract performance) and customer education in procurement fundamentals. Implement and embed regionally led category and sourcing strategies at the location level. Effective execution of Supplier Relationship programs, including coordination and facilitation of Strategic Annual Review Meetings and monthly operational meetings with key on-site embedded contractors. Serve as the main procurement interface between regional and global procurement teams and the Pinjarra refinery, acting as the Pinjarra champion for global procurement programs. Lead local content and First Nations initiatives to deliver meaningful outcomes at the Pinjarra Refinery. Whats on offer: Career development opportunities to pursue your passion. Monthly Leisure Day. Benefits allowance. Performance related bonus (variable). 16 weeks paid parental leave scheme. Social and diversity-focused engagement opportunities. What you can bring to the role: Proven experience in developing and executing sourcing strategies and managing contracts to achieve operational targets. Demonstrated ability to effectively engage, influence, and collaborate with stakeholders across all levels, including those not directly reporting to you. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of resolving complex operational issues. Demonstrated ability to prioritise and work under pressure in a high-volume and reactive environment. Proven experience in leading Supplier Relationship Programs, including coordinating and facilitating Strategic Annual Contract review meetings. Experience working within an operational or industrial environment, understanding the criticality of procurement, and previous leadership experience with a small team is advantageous. Additional information Please note that applications close midday Australian Western Standard Time of the posting end date. Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered. About the Location As one of the worlds largest alumina refineries, our Alcoa Pinjarra Refinery produces approximately 4.7 million metric tons each year. Located within the Shire of Murray in the Peel region of WA, just east of the Pinjarra town site, our workplace offers an inclusive and respectful environment, where we embrace change, new ideas and equal opportunity to succeed. We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress. Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career! Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better. About the company Alcoa Corporation is an American industrial corporation. It is the world''s eighth largest producer of aluminum, with corporate headquarters in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. #J-18808-Ljbffr