Group Manager – Sustainable Procurement

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

:Job Purpose:The Sustainable Procurement Manager will be responsible for leading multi-sectoral sustainable procurement practices including but not limited to Scope 3 emissions strategy, human rights and anti-corruption principles from DP World\'s \xe2\x80\x9cOur World, Our Future\xe2\x80\x9d sustainability strategy.The successful candidate will report to the Group VP Procurement Strategy & Performance and will require close collaboration with teams from Group Procurement, Group Sustainability, Group HSE, Group Operations & Engineering and Group Planning & Project Management. The Sustainable Procurement Manager will be expected to work with regional, local and asset-based teams on capacity building and support in achieving targets and KPIs.Key Accountabilities:Sustainable Procurement programme
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with our organization\'s ESG principles, addressing responsible supply chain needs (for example scope 3 emissions, gender equality, human right, anti-corruption principles etc.).
  • Development of sustainable procurement policies and work with cross-functional teams to establish ESG criteria for supplier selection and contract negotiations and ensure that all procurement practices are in line with our sustainability objectives.
  • Conduct sustainability assessments of our suppliers, identify areas for improvement, and work with them to set and achieve sustainability targets, including exploring potential SBTi commitments.
  • Establish a supplier ESG performance monitoring system, analyse supplier sustainability data, and report regularly to internal stakeholders on progress and opportunities for improvement.Contribute to our broader ESG communication and ESG disclosure/ reporting efforts.
  • Stay up to date on ESG regulations, standards, and trends and recommend changes to our procurement practices as needed to maintain alignment with industry best practices.
  • Put in place procurement programmes to minimize operational waste in own operations.
  • Identify and address potential human rights risks and advance respect for human rights across the supply chain.
  • Support regional sustainability leads with the responsible procurement requirements.
Capacity Building
  • Create and deliver training programs for procurement employees and other relevant stakeholders to ensure understanding and adherence to our ESG principles.
Continuous Improvement
  • Encourage and nurture a culture of innovation designed to achieve higher rankings in global sustainability indices.
  • Test and validate new approaches to sustainability.
  • Highlight best practices and innovative solutions.
Qualifications, Experience and Skills:
  • Bachelor\'s degree in procurement, supply chain management, sustainability, or a related field. Master\'s degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years on the job experience in a relevant field.
  • Extensive experience in procurement, with a strong understanding of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and supplier management.
  • Knowledge of ESG issues and trends, and experience integrating ESG criteria into procurement practices.Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex data and identify insights and opportunities.
  • Experience working in a global, multi-stakeholder environment preferred.
About Us:Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world\'s trade flow better, changing what\'s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 108,100 employees from 161 nationalities, spanning 74 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that\'s fit for the future.We\'re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology - and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.What\'s more, we\'re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we\'re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer\'s door.DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures - not just in what we do but also in how we behave.We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity drive innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what\'s possible.WE MAKE TRADE FLOWTO CHANGE WHAT\'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1698996
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
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