Tronox is the world’s leading vertically integrated manufacturer of titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment and other materials that add brightness and durability to products you encounter every day. We are 5,700 people strong, located across six continents and unified by a strong set of values that guide us in our work. At our mines and manufacturing plants, labs and offices, we responsibly transform the earth’s resources into products and opportunities that enhance lives. Our vision is to shape a sustainable, thriving world through enriched and refined minerals.

Why join Tronox? 

In return for your commitment, we offer a comprehensive and rewarding package that includes: 

• Work-Life Balance, Your Way: Enjoy a 38-hour workweek with the option for a compressed 9-day fortnight—more long weekends, anyone?  

• Celebrate Your Wins: Be eligible for the Tronox bonus scheme because your hard work deserves recognition  

• Boost your Super: Enjoy 13% Superannuation!  

• Long Service, sooner: Early access to Long Service Leave at 5 years (pro-rata) 

• Peace of Mind: Company paid salary continuance, journey, TPD & life insurances 

• More Time for You: Top up your holidays with our annual leave purchase program 

• Health & Wellness Perks: Annual health related programs and benefits  

• Extend your learning: Access to LinkedIn Learning for professional development 

At Tronox, we offer more than just a role—we provide the tools, support, and opportunities to help you achieve your career aspirations. 

About the Role

Reporting to the Supply Chain Director, you will lead the contract specialist team to ensure a robust and efficient contract management system which delivers value and reduce risks to the business.  This includes defining contract management standards, deploying KPI’s and monitoring performance in line with global procedures.

The team you will lead are responsible for all contracts to support Operations covering 8 operational sites in multiple states and a range of categories, including site services, raw materials, MRO, other goods, site capital and logistics. Key responsibilities;

• Lead the development of procurement strategies including contracting models, sourcing approaches, and early engagement plans
• Oversees the contract specialist team, development / performance management; develops talent, builds high performance culture
• People management: develop an effective and high performing team including a shared team purpose, goals, and enhanced capabilities
• Continuously review the contract portfolio and allocation of priorities to the group, in order to align with capability and the prioritised requirements of the business.
• Manage and coordinate contract administration activities, providing contract administration resources to support business and ensuring that all aspects of the contract during the tender and execution phase are addressed with the objective of contributing to optimize cost.
• Drive and execute cost savings and cost avoidances initiatives for the business.
• Develop and maintain contract management standards, guidelines, procedures, end to end processes, tools, templates and enforce site wide adherence.
• Conducts assessments of business and market conditions to determine sourcing needs & opportunities for cost/service improvement
• Evaluates and manages strategic sourcing relationships with key suppliers to optimize value, sustainability and business continuity
• Establishes effective KPIs; monitors performance of the SC function processes and initiates improvements as required
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with regional and local regulatory requirements. Drive sustainable procurement improvement.
• Supports development of the team’s profile through timely sharing of key activities, results and requests to interested stakeholders.

About You

Essential

• 10+ years in contracts / commercial roles with 3+ years in a similar role
• High attention to detail and analytical rigour
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proven ability to manage vendor and contractor relationships and coordinate across disciplines
• Deep understanding of commercial frameworks, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• A proactive mindset focused on value, performance, and continuous improvement

Desirable

• Background in mining or industrial environments

Ready to Get Started?

Tronox is committed to building and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We encourage all suitable candidates to apply.  

Tronox reserves the right to remove the job postings prior to the stated closing date. If you are interested in applying in this position, please submit your application as soon as possible. 

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia