Principal Advisor Strategy

Principal Advisor Commercial Strategy (Copper Products)

• Be a leader in the energy transition, de-carbonization, and ESG evolution.
• Be a part of a diverse and inclusive team.
• Shape the industrial strategy agenda for strategic partnerships and marketing for the company.
• For Illinois-based roles the expected annual salary range is $117,400 - 158,000

About the role

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

We are looking for a Principal Advisor - Strategy (Copper) to be based in our Chicago office.

As the Principal Advisor - Strategy (Copper), you will help formulate, shape and/or refine the Marketing and related investment strategies for the Copper products of current and planned operations in alignment with Copper Strategy, Group Strategy, and ESG objectives.

Join this fast-paced team that is accountable for driving the external industrial strategy of the company. Rio Tinto Commercial is committed to being the partner of choice for the Green Future and this role will support establishing the strategy to put this vision into action.

Reporting to the Manager, Strategy (Copper), you will:

• Work with Sales, Market Analysis, Market Development, Technical Marketing and across other functional teams to monitor the market and industry for trends that provide value growth opportunities; evaluate and contribute to business cases for new Commercial opportunities and initiatives.

• Define, syndicate and implement the Marketing strategy for Copper products by:
  • Analyzing commercial, industry, technical and financial data to support value creating business opportunities, decisions, and strategic directions, including recycling.
  • Defining product portfolios, key market and customer segments, strategic pricing and brand management activities.
  • Ensuring that prioritized business cases for investment projects critical for the Marketing strategy are delivered on time.
  • Maintaining a regular drumbeat on strategy execution with colleagues from multiple functions.

• Provide the relevant strategic input, based on the Marketing strategy for Copper products, for:
  • Studies required to progress long-term Rio Tinto projects,
  • The development of new markets/partnerships,
  • The assessment and launch of new products,
  • The acquisition of new assets.

• Support senior and executive management on business reporting activities and synthesis of information for communication
• Project manage select strategic growth projects.

What you'll bring

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

• A University degree in either a technical or commercial discipline
• Experience in strategy development and the evaluation of commercial opportunities based on complex business problems, with the ability to present strategic ideas in a simple and digestible manner.
• Analytical ability to consolidate insights from a diverse set of internal and external parties that will inform and illustrate key opportunities / threats.
• Ability to effectively navigate ambiguity and change context to develop workable and sustainable solutions.
• Influencing skills with the ability to translate strategic and technical content into actionable insights.
• Project management and change management experience, particularly in a matrix organization; stakeholder engagement and business partnering skills key requisites.
• Competencies in collaboration, listening, ability to receive and provide feedback in a positive manner and embodiment of RT behaviors will be required.
• Ability to travel approx. 10% of the time

It will also be beneficial if you have:

• Experience in copper industry or commodities / mining
• Prior experience in management or strategy consulting

What We Offer

• We are committed to providing our employees with a generous benefits package. Be recognized for your contribution, your thinking, your hard work, and go home knowing you've helped the world progress.
• 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.
• Excellent retirement plan including up to 6% defined company contribution; Generous 401k matching program
• Generous Rio Tinto employee share program, which allows you to purchase Rio Tinto Company shares.
• Comprehensive leave policies which cover all moments that matter in life PTO (paid time off), paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
• A favorable child-caregiver leave program (Up to 100% salary top-up)
• Discount programs for leisure purposes and access to Virgin Pulse with incentives supporting your wellbeing
• Ongoing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family; to help in addressing educational opportunities, addiction treatment, depression, stress, domestic issues, financial management, and legal concerns.
• Our team and industry experts are here to support and work with you to explore your learning potential and career goals

Application Deadline: August 25, 2025

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for a role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

"Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings at its discretion, therefore, if you are interested in applying for this vacancy please submit your application as soon as possible!"

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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.

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