Lead Business Development Specialist

Why You Should Apply for This Job  

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Where You Will Work    

Our global headquarters is in Phoenix, Arizona. Several hundred employees support our operations in finance, human resources, health and safety, information technology, planning, and more. Our flexible work program allows employees to work virtually as well as come together in person when needed at our Collaboration Hub in Phoenix and/or one of our site locations. Employees can work remotely from most states in the U.S., with the exception of California, Connecticut, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma and South Carolina. Additional states may be excluded from remote work based on business factors. Should the position shift to in-person (office/site) work in the future, the company will offer relocation benefits at that time, so long as the position meets the established eligibility for these benefits. 

Description

Under limited supervision lead and support Department with internal and external global initiatives, including internal project development, merges, acquisitions, dispositions and other business transactions, with an emphasis on project assessment and due diligence leveraging copper mining operational experience, and assess macro-economic policy development to support Senior Management in executing the corporate objectives of the FCX Business/Corporate Development Department.  

• Performs high-quality due diligence, research, assessment, and financial modeling.  
• Assist with reporting, accounting/audit support, contract review, negotiation support.
• Assist with commercial discussions and negotiations, overseeing aspects of business strategy development.
• Perform copper industry and market research
• Conduct industry peer tracking, research and analysis
• Lead aspects of project evaluation and due diligence
• Act as a liaison between operations, corporate support functions, and the Department.
• Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years experience in a combination of technical and operational work at mine site and support roles or similar work environment; OR
• High School diploma or GED and eleven (11) years experience in technical and operational mine site or similar work environment
• Experience in performing due diligence, mine operations technical report drafting and review, financial and accounting modeling 
• Strong knowledge of the copper production process (mining, processing, downstream)
• Strong problem solving, accuracy and analytical skills
• Ability to concisely summarize key facts from large datasets and reports for management
• Ability to handle management requests in a timely manner
• Strong negotiation and presentation skills
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Visual Basic Editor (not required, can be useful)
• Ability to work with general office equipment such as a personal computer and keyboard, facsimile machine and photocopier.
• Ability to develop and maintain awareness of occupational hazards and safety precautions. Skilled in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Copper mine site operational work experience in a technical role
• Understanding of the copper industry, including mine-site technical reports and financials

What We Offer You 

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $107,000 - $149,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance.  Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration.  Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements.  More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.  

 

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