Manager, Procurement (Sustainability)

We are seeking a Sustainable Procurement Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping a responsible, future-ready supply chain. You’ll lead initiatives that integrate sustainability into procurement strategies, policies, and processes, aligning with ISO 20400 standards. From driving Scope 3 decarbonization with suppliers to improving ESG performance and embedding sustainability into category playbooks, your work will directly advance our corporate sustainability goals while delivering commercial value.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence change, build strategic partnerships, and make a measurable impact on our organization’s environmental and social footprint.

Job Responsibilities 1. Sustainable Procurement PolicyMaintain the Sustainable Procurement Policy aligned with corporate ESG objectives and industry benchmarks.

• Category PlaybookCreate and maintain Category Playbooks incorporating sustainability criteria, risk assessments, and supplier performance benchmarks.Collaborate with category managers to embed sustainability targets in sourcing strategies.
• Supplier Engagement & Scope 3 DecarbonizationCoordinate supplier engagement programs focused on Scope 3 emissions reduction and climate action.Facilitate supplier capacity-building initiatives to improve sustainability performance.
• ESG Performance ManagementLead the assessment and monitoring of supplier ESG performance, including environmental, social, and governance compliance.Collaborate with category managers to embed ESG performance into supplier scorecards and reporting mechanisms to track progress against sustainability KPIs.
• Sustainability ReportingCollaborate with category managers to prepare annual sustainability reporting on responsible sourcing, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with corporate ESG commitments and reporting frameworks and standards.
• Integration into Procurement SOPEmbed sustainability requirements into procurement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring alignment with ISO 20400.Drive continuous improvement and best practices in sustainable sourcing.
• Stakeholder CollaborationWork closely with internal stakeholders (Procurement, Sustainability and other Business Units) to align objectives and strategies.Participate in industry forums and sustainability networks.
• Strategic Procurement & Vendor ManagementLead end-to-end procurement (RFI/RFQ/RFP) for technology solutions and services, including sourcing, negotiation, commercial analysis and award recommendationsNegotiate commercial terms to ensure value-for-money and cost efficiencyEnsure compliance with corporate procurement policies and processes Drive procurement activities to meet company and team-level KPIs

Required QualificationsDegree/Diploma in Supply Chain, Procurement, Sustainability, or related fieldProven experience in procurement with a strong focus on sustainability and ESG.Knowledge of Scope 3 emissions, ISO 20400, and sustainable supply chain practices preferred.Experience in using Ariba or SAP would be an advantageProficiency with MS Word & MS Excel