Our client, a prominent global law firm, is seeking a skilled Responsible Sourcing Manager to cover a maternity leave. This role presents an exciting opportunity to drive the firm's Responsible Sourcing programme and contribute to its sustainability initiatives.
Position Overview
The Responsible Sourcing Manager will be crucial in managing key projects, enhancing supplier engagement, and supporting the firm's sustainability goals. This position is vital in ensuring the firm's commitment to responsible business practices and maintaining its reputation as a leader in the legal industry.
Responsibilities
Drive the Responsible Sourcing programme at a leading global law firm
Enhance supplier engagement and support the firm's sustainability goals
Contribute to the firm's commitment to responsible business practices
Gain experience in a collaborative and sustainability-focused environment
Ensure timely inputs and scoring in RFx processes
Complete supplier onboarding assessments
Track key suppliers using the EcoVadis platform
Input data into annual sustainability reporting mechanisms
Host the annual Supplier Sustainability Summit
Manage supplier portfolios across technology platforms
Create communications related to Responsible Sourcing
Maintain partnerships with advocacy groups
Develop training initiatives
Lead supply chain decarbonisation efforts
Requirements
Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply qualification or similar experience
Previous involvement in developing and implementing a Responsible Sourcing programme
Strong communication and negotiation skills
Professional and engaging demeanour
Genuine drive to improve supplier engagement and sustainability performance
Practical experience in gathering, analysing, monitoring, and reporting social and environmental data
Intermediate project management and Microsoft Office skills
Familiarity with ESG supplier portals
Ability to interpret carbon footprinting and lifecycle assessment.
How to Apply
For more information about this exciting role and if you meet the criteria, please submit your details without delay to info@langleysearch.com quoting MB/1071721.
Langley Search & Selection (langleysearch.com) is the leading specialist recruiter in the procurement, supply chain and purchasing field. We manage permanent and interim procurement and supply chain jobs across the UK, Europe and globally for our clients, from large global multinationals to SMEs