Analyst Scheduling (Copper)

Rio Tinto
USD 85,000 - 100,000
United States, Illinois, Chicago
200 East Randolph Street (Show on map)
Jun 17, 2025
Analyst Scheduling (Copper) An exciting career with a global company Be part of our Sales & Operations Planning team, a critical pillar in our commercial business! Permanent role, based in Chicago IL, United States For Illinois-based roles the expected salary range is USD 85,000 - 100,000 About the role Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs. We are looking for an Analyst to assist in development and execution of the sales & operations planning (S&OP) process, which will deliver superior value across the value chain of our US-based copper business. This role is a great opportunity for a developing techno-commercial practitioner who is interested in driving commercial value through operational and supply chain excellence. Reporting to the Manager Integrated Sales Operations you will: Work closely with Sales, Logistics and Operations teams to optimise margin through schedule and contract decisions. Contribute to improvement in scheduling processes and customer satisfaction. Provide insights into risks and opportunities, focusing on the 0-2-month period. Actively participate in improving our technology and data solutions. Assist with operational reporting and visualisations to enhance decision making. Support existing sales and customer service as well as new business development. About you To be successfully considered for this role, you will have: University degree in either Business, Engineering, Logistics, Marketing or related fields. Experience in commercial aspects of commodity marketing/trading and/or supply chain. Analytical thinking, problem solving and decision making. Ability to work in multi-functional teams and deliver measurable outcomes. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with stakeholders at various levels of the organization. Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, or R. Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like SAP or Oracle. Additional knowledge or certifications related to the copper market or mining operations. It will also be beneficial if you have: Prior experience with S&OP, supply chain and/or demand planning Experience in copper industry or commodities / mining Where you will be working The Commercial group is focused on maximizing the value of our products, growing value in the marketplace through partnership with the company's customers, suppliers, product groups and Group functions. Headquartered in Singapore, and integrated with Rio Tinto's assets, hubs, and offices globally, the Commercial group provides the commercial insights to drive value along the mine-to-market value chain. The Commercial group incorporates and uses the knowledge and capabilities of our global Sales & Marketing, Procurement, and Marine & Logistics organisations, supported by the Market Analysis, Commercial Treasury and other functions, to ensure our approach to business is driven by a commercially astute and innovative mind-set. #LI-Hybrid 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. Every Voice Matters 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.