Procurement Sustainability Specialist
We are looking for a Procurement Sustainability Specialist to join our client's Supply Chain team.
This role will focus on embedding sustainable procurement practices aligned with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals, driving key strategic initiatives, and managing stakeholder relationships to deliver impactful sustainability outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and execute a sustainable procurement strategy that aligns with the firm-wide sustainability objectives.
* Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to collaborate on sustainability priorities.
* Support the achievement of ESG targets, such as Modern Slavery, and prepare internal and external sustainability reports.
* Identify and mitigate ESG-related risks, including Modern Slavery, and assist with risk reporting.
* Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities within procurement processes.
* Lead and manage sustainable procurement activities, aligning them with business goals and providing regular updates to senior stakeholders.
Key Skills & Experience:
* Formal qualification in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or similar field.
* Knowledge of Australian Modern Slavery regulations.
* Project Management or business analysis skills.
* Strong influencing and communication skills.
* Demonstrated experience implementing, managing, or having worked in an environment with a risk management program informed by a risk and compliance framework.
* Experience implementing and/or managing risk management processes in a digitized environment.
* Relevant experience in risk management (operational and legal), supplier engagement, or compliance management.
* Managing/coordinating introduction of new process and systems initiatives/projects – specifically delivering business requirements, conducting user acceptance testing, training, and documentation.
* Certified compliance professional is a bonus.
About the Role
Be part of a dynamic team committed to sustainability and responsible procurement.
Flexible working options to balance lifestyle and contribute to key sustainability objectives.
Opportunity to engage globally, driving change within procurement processes and supporting ESG initiatives.