Senior Manager – Mining and Metals – Supply Chain and Operations – EY

Title of the Job: Senior Manager – Mining and Metals – Supply Chain and Operations

Location: Toronto, ON

Job Description: At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.EY recognises the role that the Mining & Metals industries will play a leading role in driving the transition of our societies, industries and economies to more sustainable ways of doing business. From transforming themselves to sustainably supporting the transformation of others, the Mining & Metals sector is pivotal in helping build a better working world.From strategy to execution, the Mining & Metals Supply Chain & Operations practice at EY provides a full range of consulting services to help our Mining & Metals clients take a value-based approach to operational performance. We strive to develop useful insights that unearth unique and contextually relevant ideas to help our clients achieve measurable outcomes. We are uncompromising on delivering real change and results through our diverse, high-performing teams, quality work at the highest professional standards, operational know-how from across our global organization, and creative and bold ideas that drive innovation. Our approach is anchored in a philosophy that changes starts and the front line.The opportunityWe currently are seeking an experienced Manager and Senior Manager in our Mining & Metals Supply Chain & Operations practice. Our team is focused on helping clients improve business performance and operational efficiency while managing risk. Our teams help clients by delivering assessment, transformation and process efficiency solutions in specialty areas like operating strategy, integrated planning, operations excellence transformations, operating system design and implementation, operations and/or maintenance management, process debottlenecking, Lean/Six-Sigma, asset management/maintenance optimization, and operations cost reduction, people and organization change, strategic direction, and program management.Your key responsibilities

• You will accompany organizations in the implementation of site wide transformation programs – from strategy and concept development to implementation
• You will support CCOs in implementing transformations across their value chains
• You will work with clients to develop, deliver and become a trusted advisor in the next generation operational performance
• You will be leading projects on client engagements and will work in multi-disciplinary teams (e.g. SC&O, Finance, People Advisory Services, Transformation Delivery) to deliver high quality services in line with our proven global methodologies and tools
• You will support the business in developing EY knowledge and concepts for our practice, whilst also actively establishing, maintaining and strengthening internal and external relationships
• You will build your management consulting and operational performance improvement capabilities to become a valued contributor to our clients’ transformations and for your own personal career journey

Engagement Management:

• Lead the design and implementation of strategic programs for EY’s mining clients
• Deliver an exceptional client service experience while advising on complex process issues
• Display leadership and business judgment in anticipating client/project needs and developing alternative and innovative solutions
• Be the direct point of contact for client and team, own and grow appropriate client relationships
• Manage project financials including development of budget and resource plans on projects and day-today client interactions

Practice and People Development:

• Support the development of leading practice around operating strategy, integrated planning, operations excellence transformations, operating system design and implementation, operations and/or maintenance management, process debottlenecking, Lean/Six-Sigma, asset management/maintenance optimization, and operations cost reduction.
• Create a positive team environment and provide coaching and support for junior staff
• Support senior management with practice development activities such as recruiting

Business Development:

• Manage direct client relationships on strategic accounts
• Support the build-out of the Mining & Metals, Supply Chain & Operations practice across EY Canada
• Collaborate across EY service lines to support business development opportunities
• Develop new solutions and improved ways of working to further EY’s innovation agenda

Skills and attributes for success

• Ability to travel to client sites and operations
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment (and know when to lead and when to follow)
• Experience managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communications skills including oral, written, and presentation
• A high level of motivation and a self-starting attitude
• An ability to think outside of the box, and thrive on new challenges

To qualify for the role you must have

• A Post-Graduate degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial etc), Business Management, Supply Chain Management or equivalent preferred
• At the Senior Manager level, a minimum of 10+ years of relevant consulting or industry experience with government and/or blue-chip organizations
• Industry experience in gold, base metals, PGM, iron ore or other mining operations
• Subject matter expertise in one, or more, of operating strategy, operations excellence transformations, operating system design and implementation, operations and/or maintenance management, process debottlenecking, Lean/Six-Sigma, asset management/maintenance optimization, and operations cost reduction
• Demonstrated ability to guide large project teams and stakeholder groups through complex operations transformations

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Familiarity or experience with Supply Chain & Operations projects
• Familiarity with the enablement of integrated planning, operations excellence transformations, maintenance management, through digital solutions
• Bilingual with English & French or Spanish

What we look forWe’re looking for people that are passionate operations consultants, at the top of their game, but who would like to continue to grow their subject matter expertise and help others around them achieve their potential. If you have a passion for assisting businesses achieve their full potential and working with some of the highest performing teams, this role might very well be for you.What working at EY offersAt EY, our Total Rewards package supports our commitment to creating a leading people culture – built on high-performance teaming – where everyone can achieve their potential and contribute to building a better working world for our people, our clients and our communities. It’s one of the many reasons we repeatedly win awards for being a great place to work.We offer a competitive compensation package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to our business. In addition, our Total Rewards package allows you decide which benefits are right for you and which ones help you create a solid foundation for your future. Our Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage, a defined contribution pension plan, a great vacation policy plus firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year, statutory holidays and paid personal days (based on province of residence), and a range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
• Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

About EYAs a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. Recognized as one of Canada’s top employers, EY continually strives to be a great place to work and with a commitment to hiring and developing the most passionate people, we’ll make our ambition to be the best employer by 2020 a reality.Diversity and Inclusion at EYDiversity and inclusiveness are at the heart of who we are and how we work. We’re committed to fostering an environment where differences are valued, policies and practices are equitable, and our people feel a sense of belonging. We embrace diversity and are committed to combating systemic racism, advancing gender equity and women in leadership, advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, promoting our neuroinclusion and accessibility initiatives, and are dedicated to amplifying the voices of Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis) nationally as we strive towards reconciliation. Our diverse experiences, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives make our people unique and help guide us. Because when people feel free to be their authentic selves at work, they bring their best and are empowered to build a better working world.EY | Building a better working worldEY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.

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