Senior Manager - Portfolio & Delivery

About OricaAt Orica, it's the power of our people that leads change and shapes our futures. Every day, all around the world, our people help mobilise vital resources essential to progress. Established in 1874, we have grown to become the world leader in mining and civil blasting with a diverse of team of more than 13,000 across the world.It's an exciting time to join us - we are shaping the future of mining through digital and automated technologies, embracing new ways of thinking, pioneering innovation and reimagining the way we work.About the roleWe are delighted to announce that we are inviting applications for the role of Senior Manager - AI Portfolio & Delivery in our centralised Data, Analytics and AI function. This role will support the Head of Data, Analytics & AI, in the delivery of advance AI, data analytics and reporting projects, manage stakeholders and requirements relating to Generative AI, Machine Vision AI and ML initiatives across the business and manage the AI & Analytics delivery team.In this highly visible and critical role, you will be responsible for ensuring a value-based partnership between Orica's Data, Analytics & AI function and Orica's Regions and Group Functions. This will be accomplished through the in-depth understanding of both Orica's Regional and Global business drivers, goals and objectives and aligning to the latest AI and BI technologies to deliver solutions in accordance to business needs and Technology Roadmap.This role also provides the opportunity to work closely with global hyper scalers in AI to deliver AI at scale in Orica.To be successful in this role, you will bring a background in global AI, Analytics or Business Intelligence roles, a passion for AI technologies, methodologies and strong problem solving and execution skills. This is a key role within our proud global, market-leading organisation, where your exceptional communication and influencing skills, along with your ability to be an inspiring technology leader, will enable you to thrive.What you will be doingBusiness Intelligence Engagements:

• Partner with business stakeholders across the organisation to identify and understand their data needs.
• Translate business needs into actionable business insights requirements.
• Manage a team of AI, Analytics and Business Intelligence (BI) delivery professionals, providing coaching, mentorship, and performance management.
• Stay current on the latest BI trends and technologies and evaluate their potential for improving business insights and delivery effectiveness.

Technology and Innovation Focus:

• Develop and lead the execution of a forward-thinking technology and innovation driven delivery strategy aligned with overall business goals.
• Champion a culture of innovation within the team, encouraging creativity and experimentation.

Strategic Planning and Portfolio Management:

• Create a comprehensive portfolio of planned and work to be executed within the delivery team, including ongoing initiatives, planned initiatives, and sustaining projects.
• Prioritise initiatives based on factors like growth potential, cost reduction, and strategic fit. It ensures projects align with the organization's overall objectives.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with projects.
• Establish a KPI based framework for measuring and evaluating the performance of initiatives investment.

Business Demand Management:

• Work with Region/Group Function Stakeholders to validate both planned (budgeted) and unplanned Analytics and AI demand ensuring it is strategically aligned to regional and global business strategies and conforms with the Data, Analytics and AI technology roadmap.
• Oversee the delivery of feasibility studies, solution designs, development, testing and implementation for areas of team responsibility.

What you will bring

• Role ideally suited to individuals with a minimum of (10) years' experience in a global project delivery and/or portfolio management role.
• Strong technical understanding of current and emerging technologies across data, analytics and AI domains.
• A broad “business process” and “technology” knowledge base and how it applies to Orica's industry.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in IT, engineering, computer science or related discipline.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, and the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.
• Experience in managing internal and external technology service providers.
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and coaching skills, and the ability to lead and motivate a high-performing team.

What we offerAs part of a truly global company, you will have the ability to grow and learn in a diverse, collaborative culture. We foster relationships and learning through connected global and local teams, promote flexible and diverse career paths and support the development of your knowledge and skills.You will be paid a competitive salary, learn from talented individuals across multiple disciplines and be able to thrive in a safe workplace within a collaborative culture. Ignite your career at a place where your distinct potential can find its home.We respect and value allOrica promotes and fosters a culture of inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment everywhere we operate. We treat our people and applicants with fairness, dignity, and respect, getting the best of everyone's contributions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, nationality, age, military or veteran, marital or disability status.