Procurement Sustainability Lead - Dubai - ref. x16982415
Job Description
Procurement Sustainability Lead (Consultant)
We're growing and helping our clients grow sustainably and digitally.
As organisations prioritise responsible, efficient, and future-ready procurement, we're expanding our team. We're hiring a Procurement Sustainability Lead (Consultant) to help clients embed sustainability, drive digital transformation, and achieve operational excellence.
You will play a pivotal role in advising clients on sustainable procurement and digital transformation. Working across sectors, you'll lead the development of procurement frameworks aligned with international ESG standards, while embedding technology-driven solutions for smarter, more agile operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Collaborating with clients to assess procurement needs and deliver tailored, innovative solutions
- Developing procurement policies, procedures, and digital-enabled strategies
- Advising on sustainable procurement aligned with ISO 20400, GRI, SASB, UN SDGs, and TCFD
- Supporting the integration of digital tools, platforms, and analytics in procurement functions
- 8+ years in procurement and supply chain, including consulting experience
- Proven ability to develop and implement procurement policies and strategies
- Strong expertise in sustainable procurement and ESG frameworks
- Hands-on experience leading digital transformation initiatives within procurement (e.g., eProcurement systems, analytics, automation, AI tools)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- MCIPS Level 6 or equivalent (preferred)
- Deep familiarity with global standards including ISO 20400, ISO 14001, GRI, SASB, UN SDGs, TCFD
- Experience designing and delivering ESG and procurement training or assessments
Sourcing Connections, founded in 2017, is an award-winning, sustainability-driven procurement and supply chain consultancy firm based in the United Arab Emirates, serving clients across the GCC region. As a strategic partner of the Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), we are committed to upholding global best practices and professional standards in procurement excellence.
Our international team brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in procurement and supply chain management, consistently delivering value to our clients while championing environmentally and socially responsible practices.
Sourcing Connections is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.