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Who We Are
We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.
Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.
From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.
Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Specialist, Procurement & Supply Chain Process Governance, Risk and Controls to join our Procurement team in Toronto, Ontario.
This is a permanent position reporting to the Manager, Supply Chain Governance, Controls and Inventory Strategy. The Specialist will play a key role within Vale Base Metals' Procurement and Inbound Logistics Center of Excellence (CoE), combining process governance, continuous improvement, risk management, internal controls, and compliance oversight across end-to-end Procurement and Supply Chain processes to strengthen business performance and operational resilience.
The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert across Source-to-Contract, Procure-to-Pay, Inventory Management, and Logistics, providing expertise in risk identification and mitigation, internal controls, compliance, and process effectiveness across global operations. The role will partner closely with Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance, Internal Audit, Operations, and Technology teams to proactively identify and mitigate risks, strengthen controls and compliance, and drive sustainable improvements in business performance.
About You
You are a collaborative and analytical professional with experience in Procurement and Supply Chain governance, process improvement, risk management, compliance, and operational excellence. You enjoy solving complex business challenges, influencing stakeholders, and driving transformational initiatives that improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and reduce risk.
You bring expertise in process design, internal controls, governance frameworks, and continuous improvement methodologies. Your ability to build strong relationships and influence across global, cross-functional teams enables you to successfully drive change and deliver business value
In this role, you will:
- Conduct risk assessments across Procurement and Supply Chain activities, identifying strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, technology, and third-party risks.
- Develop and maintain risk registers, mitigation plans, heat maps, and monitoring mechanisms.
- Provide guidance and recommendations on risk exposure, mitigation effectiveness, and emerging risks to business stakeholders and leadership.
- Design, evaluate, and enhance internal control frameworks across Source-to-Contract, Procure-to-Pay, Inventory Management, and Logistics processes.
- Ensure controls are embedded into operational processes and aligned with governance and compliance requirements.
- Support SOX compliance activities, including control design, testing, remediation, and audit readiness.
- Review segregation of duties, approval workflows, access management, and other key governance controls.
- Identify opportunities to automate and strengthen preventive and detective controls.
- Establish and maintain Procurement and Supply Chain compliance monitoring programs.
- Assess adherence to policies, procedures, delegated authorities, and corporate governance standards.
- Conduct reviews across sourcing, supplier management, contracting, purchasing, inventory, and logistics activities.
- Identify compliance gaps and root causes, recommend corrective actions, and support process owners through remediation efforts.
- Act as the focal point for internal audits, external audits, compliance reviews, and SOX assessments.
- Coordinate audit responses, evidence collection, remediation activities, and follow-up actions.
- Monitor corrective action plans and report progress, trends, recurring findings, and areas of risk exposure to leadership.
- Support and maintain Procurement and Supply Chain process frameworks, standards, and governance documentation.
- Identify process inefficiencies, bottlenecks, control weaknesses, and automation opportunities.
- Facilitate process mapping, value stream assessments, and maturity evaluations to support operational excellence.
- Partner with business stakeholders to support transformation initiatives, system implementations, and process governance activities, ensuring risks, controls, and compliance requirements are embedded by design.
- Promote a culture of accountability, integrity, compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
Experience
- Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Governance, Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Controls, Process Excellence, or Business Transformation.
- Demonstrated experience designing and improving Procurement and Supply Chain processes.
- Experience supporting governance, compliance, audit, and risk management activities.
- Working knowledge of Source-to-Contract, Procure-to-Pay, Supplier Management, Contract Management, Inventory Management, and Logistics processes.
- Experience leading cross-functional process improvement and transformation initiatives.
- Experience working within complex, global, or matrixed organizations.
- Knowledge of SOX controls, internal control frameworks, and governance best practices is considered a strong asset.
- Experience in consulting or advisory firms, particularly in risk management, internal controls, compliance, governance, or business transformation, is considered a strong asset.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, Law, or a related discipline.
- Professional certifications such as CIPS, SCMP, CSCP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, CBPP, CIA, CRMA, CISA, CCEP, PMP, or equivalent are considered assets.
- Portuguese language capability is considered an asset.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of Procurement and Supply Chain processes and governance frameworks.
- Excellent process mapping, process architecture, and business process improvement capabilities.
- Strong understanding of risk management, internal controls, compliance, and audit principles.
- Knowledge of SOX requirements and control environments.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capabilities.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with SAP, Coupa, and other Procurement or ERP platforms.
- Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Strong business acumen and ability to translate strategy into practical process improvements.
- Commitment to operational excellence, integrity, and continuous learning.
What Makes This Role Unique
- Opportunity to shape Procurement and Supply Chain governance across a global organization.
- Exposure to end-to-end Procurement, Inventory, Logistics, and Supplier Management processes.
- Ability to influence enterprise-wide process improvement, risk management, and control effectiveness initiatives.
- High visibility role supporting business leaders, operational teams, Internal Audit, and executive stakeholders.
- Opportunity to drive transformation initiatives that directly improve operational performance, compliance, and business value across Canada, Brazil, and the United Kingdom.
What We Offer You
- Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan
- Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package
- Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans, and optional insurances)
- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental)
- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
- Employee Family Assistance Program
- Virtual Healthcare online
- Online training and career development opportunities
Why Toronto
Toronto, Canada’s largest city and financial hub, is a center of innovation, commerce, and culture. Known for its diverse economy and vibrant urban environment, Toronto offers unparalleled access to talent, technology, and global connectivity.
Our Toronto office serves as a strategic hub for corporate functions, technology development, and business operations. Here, we drive initiatives that support Vale Base Metals’ global operations, leveraging advanced analytics, digital transformation, and strategic planning to ensure operational excellence across all regions.
Toronto’s dynamic ecosystem enables collaboration with leading technology partners, universities, and research institutions, fostering innovation in mining and metals processing. This location is integral to shaping the future of sustainable mining and advancing our commitment to responsible resource development.
Include to Transform
At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all.
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 critical to our success. We treat each other
fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.
Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.
Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.
Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.
Pay Grade: F4T
Minimum Starting Salary: $100,000
Apply by: 17-Nov-2026
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