Role Title: | Manager Business Transition |
Reports to: | CFO, USBU |
Job Type: | Full-time Regular |
Location: | Tucson, AZ |
About Hudbay:
Hudbay (TSX, NYSE: HBM) is a copper-focused mining company with three long-life operations and a world-class pipeline of copper growth projects in tier-one mining-friendly jurisdictions of Canada, Peru, and the United States.
Hudbay’s operating portfolio includes the Constancia mine in Cusco (Peru), the Snow Lake operations in Manitoba (Canada) and the Copper Mountain mine in British Columbia (Canada). Copper is the primary metal produced by the company, which is complemented by meaningful gold production. Hudbay’s growth pipeline includes the Copper World project in Arizona, the Mason project in Nevada (United States), the Llaguen project in La Libertad (Peru) and several expansion and exploration opportunities near its existing operations.
The value Hudbay creates and the impact it has is embodied in its purpose statement: “We care about our people, our communities, and our planet. Hudbay provides the metals the world needs. We work sustainably, transform lives, and create better futures for communities.” Hudbay’s mission is to create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging its core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Mission:
To create sustainable value and strong returns by leveraging our core strengths in community relations, focused exploration, mine development and efficient operations.
Purpose of Role:
The Manager Business Transition is a high-impact, individual contributor role designed to bridge the gap between strategic intent and operational execution. This role serves as a strategic advisor and integrator across the US Business Unit (USBU), leveraging deep expertise in value drivers and process systems design to optimize business processes and drive cost-value realization. The incumbent will lead through influence, partnering with business leaders to unlock efficiencies and support technology-enabled business process design.
ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Strategic Value & Process Optimization: Support the design and continuous improvement of end-to-end business processes to identify value drivers, maximize ROI, and reduce operational friction.
- Decision Support: Provide critical analysis and frameworks for key governance milestones, including Project Tollgates, Investment Project Reviews (IPRs), and Final Investment Decisions (FIDs).
- Financial Governance: Act as the lead Finance representative for the USBU's growth portfolio, ensuring projects meet rigorous financial criteria during development.
- Investment Evaluation: Develop high-integrity Business Cases with clear opportunity statements, optimized base cases, and valuations of risks/opportunities.
- Asset Integration: Support the integration of assets into the USBU, including post-acquisition integration and the transition of projects to operations.
- Reporting & Governance: Support critical reporting for the Board and Joint Venture (JV) partners to provide clarity on performance and strategic alignment.
- Cross-Functional Liaison: Coordinate Finance and USBU engagements with the Corporate center to ensure local interests are represented globally.
- JV Partner Relations: Manage engagement calendars and deliver high-quality materials for JV partner meetings against established commitments.
- Cost Optimization: Partner with business leaders to identify and deliver cost-saving initiatives across administrative and operational functions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field.
- Experience: 10+ years of progressive experience in FP&A, with at least 5 years in a leadership or senior role.
- Technical Skills: Proven expertise in financial modeling, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Proficiency in SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel skills are required.
- Accounting Knowledge: Strong knowledge of IFRS/US GAAP, financial statement analysis, and internal controls.
- Analytical Ability: Exceptional analytical skills with an inquisitive, problem-solving mindset.
- Communication: Ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial audiences.
- Industry Context: Significant experience in mining, metals, or heavy industrial sectors.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Professional Designations: CPA, CMA, or an advanced degree (MBA) is highly preferred.
- Languages/Regulatory: Knowledge of Arizona tax/regulatory landscapes and Spanish-speaking ability are considered assets.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Other Requirements:
Employee will be expected to drive a company vehicle, rental vehicle and/or their own vehicle while performing the job. Employee must be able to prove that they have a current and valid driver's license.
Why Hudbay?
- At Hudbay, our values of Dignity & Respect, Caring, Openness, and Trustworthiness are embedded into our culture by the way we work and how we interact with one another.
- We pride ourselves in providing our employees with competitive total rewards that include:
- Annual performance bonuses
- Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits for you and your family
- Company paid Life insurance, AD&D, Short- & Long-term Disability
- 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
- An Employee Share Purchase Plan with contribution matching
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off, paid sick time and holiday pay
- Regular performance appraisals to acknowledge our employees for their contributions, strengths and work well done.
Hudbay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates may be required to undergo educational and criminal background checks. Chosen candidates will be required to successfully pass a physical and drug screening.
