Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future?

Who We Are

We are Vale Base Metals – a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future.

With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals.

Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Copper Market and Industry Specialist to join our Commercial team in Toronto.

This is a permanent Hybrid position.

As a Copper Market and Industry Specialist, you will conduct macro‑economic and pricing analysis across Vale Base Metals’ copper portfolio, developing industry supply and demand analysis, price forecasts, and competitive intelligence. You will maintain pricing models and analyze global market drivers including economic indicators, commodity prices, premiums, derivatives, and policy impacts. You will support the organization’s strategic planning and participate in discussions on market opportunities and risks. You will also collaborate closely with commercial sales and technical marketing, providing insights into copper products.

Additionally, in this position you will:

• Provide analysis on key macro-economic factors influencing copper supply and demand, ensuring consistent integration into forecasting models.

• Develop supply and demand analysis for copper, providing the market balance including market segments, regions, and the supply level considering existing operations, projects, start-up dates, etc.

• Develop Excel‑based pricing analytics tools to capture key inputs and recommend short‑term and long‑term pricing.

• In-depth analysis of copper market indicators, prices, premiums, etc.

• Participate in discussions around market opportunities and risks to support short-term and long-term business and strategic planning.

• Collaborate with teams to produce market insights and reports.

• Maintain and enhance market and forecast models.

• Prepare and deliver presentations on market analysis.

• Prepare and contribute with internal reporting on market developments (weekly, monthly, quarterly) to executive audience, internal broader audience, and external audience.

• Support executive leadership and Investor Relations with timely market data.

About You

Education:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline is required

Experience:

• 8-15 years of experience in the field

Skills:

• Strong understanding of marketing, sales & finance fundamentals
• Strong communication & presentation skills
• Solid knowledge of the end-uses/products served by Vale Base Metals
• Strong analytic skills with attention to detail
• Strategic thinking & leadership
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Creativity & innovative thinking

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 can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals 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.

Accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.

Pay Grade: F2T

Minimum Starting Salary: $119,200

Apply by: Tuesday, Feb 17, 2026

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