Senior Product Marketing Manager, Copper (Mining)

Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is growing? Who We Are

We are a global mining company dedicated to safely delivering nickel, copper, cobalt, and platinum group metals essential for the world’s energy transition.

Our mission is to improve lives and shape a better future together.

From utensils to cellphones to satellites, our operations simplify daily life and enhance connectivity. Our metals are integral to life-saving medical equipment and the electric vehicles driving the fight against climate change – our work truly matters.

Join our diverse team of 15,000 talented individuals committed to transforming critical minerals into prosperity and sustainable development in countries like Canada, Brazil, Indonesia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. We invite you to use your skills with us and contribute to something meaningful and enduring.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a

Senior Manager, Product

to join our Commercial solutions team in Toronto.

This is a

permanent

position located in

Canada

(Toronto or Sudbury) or

Brazil

(Belo Horizonte) depending on the current location of the successful candidate.

As the Senior Manager, Product, you will lead the global product marketing strategy for Cu and PMs . Your role includes developing pricing policies, creating long-term budgets, and providing technical leadership. You will adapt VBM's product mix to maintain market leadership, collaborate with various teams to optimize the product portfolio, and work with the Market Manager and Commercial Sales Managers to identify and prioritize potential customers, aligning products with Vale's commercial strategy.

Additionally, in this position you will:

- Define and refine product marketing strategy, tactics, goals, and metrics for Cu and PMs by coordinating with RMUs, Market Analysis, and other stakeholders.

- Coordinate periodic product strategy workshops with cross-functional teams including RMUs, refineries, strategic planning, and R&D.

- Interface with senior management and VBM stakeholders to align with overall business context and strategy.

- Maintain in-depth knowledge of key markets, applications, customers, and competitors by working closely with RMUs, Market Analysis, Sales Managers, and customers.

- Collaborate with operations, R&D, and finance to understand products, manufacturing processes, and operating costs.

- Develop an understanding of the value-in-use of products compared to competitors and substitution alternatives.

- Develop a WSMD strategy to improve performance and results with labs.

- Gather market intelligence continuously and feed it into the pricing analysis process.

- Monitor competitive threats and issue timely reports to RMUs and senior management.

- Respond to technical issues and inquiries from Cu and PM customers promptly and professionally.

- Support incremental product quality improvements and technical service requests by working closely with R&D, projects and operations.

About You

Education:

- Master’s Degree

- P.Eng

Experience:

- 11-15 years of experience in Product Management, or a similar role

Skills:

- Exceptional strategic thinking abilities to develop and implement long-term plans aligning with company goals.

- Strong leadership qualities to inspire and guide teams, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex ideas clearly and persuasively.

- Proficient in creating and delivering engaging presentations to stakeholders at all levels.

- Experience in operations is highly valued for understanding and optimizing operational processes.

- Subject matter expert in VBM’s products, designs, applications, and customer processes.

- Strong analytical skills to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed decisions with attention to detail.

- Adept at identifying problems, analyzing root causes, and developing effective solutions.

- Strong team player, able to work effectively with colleagues across different departments.

- Solid understanding of marketing, sales, and finance fundamentals to drive business strategies.

- Creativity and innovative thinking to explore unconventional ideas and foster a culture of innovation.

What We Offer You

- Competitive compensation including a variable annual incentive plan.

- Participation in a competitive Defined Contribution Pension package.

- Comprehensive benefits package (company paid core coverage, health and dental coverage, flex accounts, disability plans and optional insurances).

- Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation, personal, sick, parental).

- Flexible work arrangements.

- Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth.

- Employee Family Assistance Program.

- Virtual Healthcare online.

- Online training and career development opportunities.

Why Toronto

Vale's Toronto office, nestled in the heart of Canada's largest city, serves as a pivotal hub for the company's operations. This office is central to Vale’s IT, strategic planning, Human Resources, and legal affairs, driving key initiatives that support the company's global mission. Toronto’s vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environment enhances Vale’s ability to innovate and excel in these critical areas, reflecting the city's status as a leading international business center.

Include to Transform

At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. Vale encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race,

gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Pay Grade:

GRF

Apply by: Aug 16, 2025 #ValeBaseMetals