Commercial Manager

About SO4: SO4 is producing world-class Sulphate of Potash (fertiliser) at our Lake Way project, 15 km south of Wiluna. With operations ramping up, we are entering an exciting growth phase.

Join a forward-thinking mining company at the forefront of a new industry in Australia, where safety, efficiency, and innovation are at the core of everything we do.

Our Values: People | Ownership | Nurture | Drive | Safety

SO4 is seeking an experienced and commercially savvy Commercial Manager to join our Perth Head Office team. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing commercial, contracts, procurement and project controls functions across the business and supporting the successful delivery of our project objectives.

You'll work closely with senior leadership, contractors, suppliers and project teams to drive value, manage risk, optimise costs and ensure commercial decisions support business performance and growth.

The Role:

• Leading the Commercial, Contracts and Procurement functions across the business

• Developing and implementing commercial strategies that improve cost control, contractor performance and project outcomes

• Managing contract and tendering activities, including negotiations, variations and dispute resolution

• Overseeing procurement processes to ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently and cost effectively

• Providing commercial insights, analysis and recommendations to support decision-making

• Monitoring budgets, forecasts and financial performance

• Building strong relationships with stakeholders, contractors and suppliers

• Ensuring compliance with contractual, legislative and corporate obligations

• Driving continuous improvement initiatives across commercial and procurement activities

• Championing a strong safety culture and leading by example

What We're Looking For

• Tertiary qualifications in Law, Commerce or a related discipline

• 10+ years' experience in commercial, contracts, procurement or operational leadership roles

• Demonstrated success managing large-value contracts, commercial negotiations and supplier relationships

• Strong understanding of contract law, procurement practices and commercial risk management

• Experience overseeing OPEX and CAPEX projects

• Excellent analytical, financial and reporting skills

• Proven ability to influence, negotiate and communicate with a broad range of stakeholders

• A hands-on leadership style with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams

• Experience with procurement and ERP systems, ideally Pronto

What We Offer:

We offer an inclusive and collaborative culture where people enjoy coming to work, support each other's success, and share knowledge freely while working towards common goals.

Our benefits continue to grow, some of these include:

·       Permanent full-time opportunity

·       Healthy and competitive salary

·       Eligibility to participate in the Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP)

·       Social events

·       8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, including a return-to-work incentive

·       Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness App

·       Salary Packaging (Novated Lease Vehicles, Electronic Devices, Education Expenses, FIFO Travel and FIFO Airport Car Parking)

·       Discounts to retail outlets

If you're a proactive commercial leader who enjoys balancing strategy with hands-on execution, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help drive the next phase of growth at SO4.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are a results-driven professional with the experience and passion to deliver excellence we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must hold full Australian working rights and meet site access and safety requirements, including pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening, and a current National Police Clearance, in line with WA mining regulations.

To be considered for the role, candidates must:

·       Submit CV and Cover Letter

·       Successfully complete a pre-employment medical to ensure fitness for the inherent requirements of the position

·       Provide a clear National Police Clearance prior to commencement

 Pre-employment checks will be conducted in accordance with applicable WA legislation and company policy.

 SO4 celebrates diversity and encourages applicants from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities.