IS&T Manager

• Opportunity to play a key role in building and shaping a standalone IS&T function during a major business transformation
• Lead ERP transition, technology strategy, vendor management and digital capability within a large industrial operation
• A company with a world class reputation for safety and performance – Boron, California
• Expected salary range is $170,560 – $234,520

About the role

We are seeking an experienced IS&T Manager to lead the transition and long-term development of the Borates IS&T function as the business moves towards standalone operation.

This role offers a rare opportunity to help shape the future technology landscape of a major industrial operation during a significant business transformation. Working closely with Finance, Operations, Site Leadership and separation teams, you will oversee the development of a standalone IS&T environment covering infrastructure, applications, cyber security, digital capability, vendor management and enterprise systems.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer you will:

• Lead the transition of IS&T capability from a global shared-services model into a fit-for-purpose standalone structure supporting operational performance and future growth.
• Partner with business leadership and separation teams to support Day-1 readiness across infrastructure, applications, ERP systems, cyber security, vendor management and service delivery.
• Work alongside a well-established separation program supported by dedicated Rio Tinto IS&T leadership, external transition teams, helping shape and operationalize the future technology environment while leveraging significant existing program support.
• Oversee and develop a growing IS&T organization of >10 employees across site support, infrastructure, applications, reporting, analytics and digital capability.
• Support ERP transition and future ERP implementation activity, working closely with system integrators, vendors and business stakeholders to ensure solutions are fit for purpose within a standalone industrial business environment.
• Lead the review and rationalization of applications and systems currently operating within a large enterprise environment, helping determine which technologies should be retained, simplified, replaced or retired.
• Manage external technology vendors and service providers, ensuring appropriate support models, service levels, governance and operational continuity.
• Translate operational and commercial business requirements into practical technology solutions, digital priorities and long-term IS&T roadmap initiatives.
• Support cyber security strategy, operational technology risk management and governance activities across the standalone business.
• Build strong relationships across the Boron operation, working closely with site-based teams to understand operational processes and improve system effectiveness, reliability and user support.
• Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery across the IS&T function.

About you

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:

• Significant IS&T, IT leadership, technology business partnering or program delivery experience within industrial, manufacturing, mining, aerospace, logistics, energy, chemicals or similarly operational environments.
• Strong ERP implementation or ERP transformation experience, ideally across multiple ERP environments or large business systems transitions.
• A broad technical and commercial understanding across infrastructure, enterprise applications, cyber security, vendor management, reporting and digital systems.
• Experience leading technology transformation, carve-out, integration, separation or large-scale operational change initiatives.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively across operational, technical and executive leadership teams.
• Experience managing third-party technology providers, outsourced services and system integrators.
• Strong leadership capability, including experience building, developing and mentoring technical teams within fast-moving operational environments.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution during periods of transformation and change.
• A practical and collaborative leadership style with the ability to operate effectively within a site-based industrial environment.
• Mining experience is beneficial but not essential. Experience within heavy industry, aerospace, manufacturing, logistics or asset-intensive businesses would be highly relevant.
• US work authorization is required.
• Ability to work on site in Boron, California approximately two days per week. Relocation is not being offered.

What we offer

• A safety-focused and inclusive working environment
• Advantageous salary package with annual cash incentive awards (STIP) for eligible employees
• Access to top tier family-friendly health programs including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, and various voluntary benefits
• A 6% of eligible pay Company contribution to save for your retirement needs
• Generous 401(k) Company match program (company match dollar per dollar up to 6% of your base pay) up to defined limits
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, including matching Company shares
• Comprehensive leave policies covering all moments that matter in life
• Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family

Where you’ll be working

Rio Tinto Borates is a global leader in industrial mineral supply and science. We supply approximately 25% of the world’s demand for refined borates, minerals essential to life and modern living. We seek to create mutual value by working closely with our investment partners and host communities. Our 20 Mule Team Borax brand pays tribute to our first borates mining operation in Death Valley in 1872.

About Rio Tinto

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.

Respect and Inclusion

Rio Tinto is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel safe, respected and valued. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome but are essential to our success. We treat all our people fairly and with dignity.

Rio Tinto participates in E- Verify to confirm work authorization. Please visit http://www.ucis.gov/ for more information.

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