Associate Director Sustainable Procurement

Social network you want to login/join with: Associate Director Sustainable Procurement, Glasgow col-narrow-left Client: Maxim Recruitment Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom Job Category: Other – EU work permit required: Yes col-narrow-right Job Reference: 14cf2dc6e041 Job Views: 5 Posted: 02.06.2025 Expiry Date: 17.07.2025 col-wide Job Description: Associate Director Sustainable Procurement will be leading teams and programmes helping clients to meet their social and environmental targets, including orientating our clients’ procurement operations, across multiple commissions, towards net zero and better environmental and social outcomes. The hiring company is one of the largest and most reputable consultancies in the UK. One of the key selling points of this role is that you would be delivering end-to-end procurement services to some of the larger brands and on the most exciting programmes and projects. Responsibilities and Duties To provide sustainable procurement management and insights across multiple projects and commissions, helping clients progress towards better environmental, social & economic outcomes To lead project teams and play an important role in our large global transformation programmes To provide management, challenge and guidance to colleagues as they work on client projects and commissions To identify, design, deliver and continually improve clients’ environmental performance to meet targets across key sustainability themes Lead the development of the sustainable procurement services and propositions To play a leading role in the business generation of sustainable procurement opportunities for the employer To actively input and manage the delivery of both team and wider business targets Desired Skills and Experience Previous procurement consulting experience gained from either client, contractor or professional services organisation Experience of embedding ISO 20400 (Sustainable Procurement) into procurement operations, desired but not essential Strong project team management ethos and ability to lead delivery and transformation programmes Experience of leading the development of client facing eminence and propositions Experience of key responsible sourcing areas including human rights, environment, health and safety, anti-bribery & corruption and labour practices Strong understanding of wider ESG legislative and regulatory environments is desirable Experience of successful supplier engagement (as part of embedding sustainability) Confident, independent and able to work autonomously without need for supervision Be able to provide mentorship and guidance to team members Be able to manage work/business development/career development activities Have an adaptable approach to work Qualifications/Educational Requirements A degree related to one of the following; Procurement, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Business Management or similar disciplines Has achieved, is working towards or is willing to work towards at least Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply Employing Company Overview and Profile The hiring company is one of the largest and most reputable consultancies with multiple offices throughout the UK. This employer celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all their employees. They are growing fast and are willing to invest and support candidates with training and professional progression. They can offer excellent career prospects for candidates wanting to dedicate their career to procurement-related work. A full client employer profile will be provided to applicants shortlisted for interview. Additional Benefits Package and Incentives #J-18808-Ljbffr