Senior Manager Global Alumina (Commercial)

• Be part of Rio Tinto, a leading global mining organization
• Leadership role driving our multi-billion-dollar global alumina book
• Be a part of a strong and proactive team with an advanced work culture
• Based in Singapore, Rio Tinto Global Commercial Hub

About the role

Within Rio Tinto Commercial, the B&A (Bauxite & Alumina) Commercial unit is a key part of Aluminum Commercial with accountability for sales of 11 million MT of alumina per annum and 55 million MT of bauxite. In addition, the B&A Commercial team is accountable for the sales of aluminum hydrate (hydrate), other high-value non-metallurgical aluminas, and by-products.

We are now inviting interested and qualified talents to join us in our journey. We have an exciting opening for a Senior Manager - Global Alumina, who will lead Rio Tinto's marketing, sales, and trading of alumina globally. The position manages a multi-billion-dollar global book, fostering relationships with different customers and suppliers.

Reporting to the General Manager Commercial B&A, you will

• Lead and grow Rio Tinto's global alumina commercial activities, maintaining relationships with different customers and suppliers.
• Develop a small high-performing team to lead performance across strategy, sales, spot book market making, supply chain, and contract administration objectives to deliver on the group's priorities.
• Oversee the purchase, sale, and marketing of alumina (10-11Mt/year)
• Nurture a deep network within the industry, providing insights and intelligence that can support book management and commercial decision-making.
• Develop and optimise Rio Tinto's hydrate business in the Pacific, shaping the size of the business, commercial strategy, and distribution model.
• Foster a strong link with alumina production facilities and commercial S&OP and supply chain teams supporting an integrated commercial/technical approach to management of the alumina business, inventories, and risk management for Rio Tinto
• Play a leadership role within the B&A commercial team
• Negotiate short and long-term alumina contracts, ensuring favourable terms and conditions for the company.
• Manage unexpected disruptive events such as Force Majeure, sanctions, and outbreaks, mitigating risks and ensuring business continuity.
• Contribute actively to the development of various Bauxite and Alumina strategies, including acquisitions and implementation of new agreements.
• Implement the product group or business unit's marketing strategy through sales activities, contract administration, and customer relationship management.
• Ensure relevant systems are in place to accurately capture and promptly transfer market and customer information within sales, marketing, and industry analysis teams.

What you will bring

• Strong drive and values aligned with those of Rio Tinto: care, courage, and curiosity
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in commercial roles, preferably within the aluminium industry.
• Proven track record of managing large portfolios and maintaining strong customer relationships.
• Excellent negotiation skills with experience in contract management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive strategic initiatives.
• Experience managing a commercial trading book, including P&L and risk management
• Experience with derivatives markets, including managing risk with LME/CME/SHFE, would be advantageous to the role
• Experience in managing unexpected disruptive events and mitigating risks.
• Knowledge of bulk material supply chain dynamics and market trends. Knowledge of aluminium, alumina, and bauxite will give you an edge for this role.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, with a strong sense of urgency and adaptability.
• Effectively communicate with functional leaders to execute the product group or business unit's marketing strategy and achieve business objectives.

It is also beneficial if you have:

• Experience in working globally across diverse cultures
• Previous experience working with multiple stakeholders/ management across multiple regions and time zones