Sustainable Procurement Director

2 days ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Maxim Recruitment Full time

Maxim Recruitment is currently seeking a highly skilled Associate Director, Brand to lead our sustainable procurement efforts in the Edinburgh office.

About the Role

This exciting opportunity will see you working on various commissions and projects, collaborating with clients to meet their social and environmental targets. You will be responsible for orientating our clients' procurement operations towards net zero and better environmental and social outcomes.

Responsibilities
  • To provide expert sustainable procurement management and insights across multiple projects and commissions.
  • To lead project teams and play a key role in our large global transformation programs.
  • To provide guidance, challenge, and support to colleagues as they work on client projects and commissions.
  • To identify and deliver solutions that continually improve clients' environmental performance to meet targets across key sustainability themes.
  • To develop and enhance our sustainable procurement services and propositions.
Requirements
  • Previous experience in procurement consulting from either a client, contractor, or professional services organization.
  • A strong understanding of ESG legislative and regulatory environments is desired.
  • Confident and independent, with the ability to work autonomously without supervision.
  • Experience with embedding ISO 20400 (Sustainable Procurement) into procurement operations is desirable.
  • A Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply is required, or equivalent experience.

The salary for this position is estimated at £85,000 per annum, based on the industry standard for a senior procurement role in the UK. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including car allowance, pension scheme, health insurance, medical insurance, life insurance, personal accident cover, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.



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