Procurement Lead

Job DescriptionOrganon is hiring a Procurement Lead - ESG & Sustainability. This position reports to the Director of Third Party Risk, Compliance & ESG and is accountable for driving Procurement-specific ESG strategies that align with corporate sustainability objectives, including GHG reduction targets. Acting as the primary link between Procurement and Sustainability teams, the role ensures ESG principles are embedded across supplier lifecycle management, sourcing, and category strategies. Additionally, it represents Procurement in ESG committees and leads change management and communication initiatives to support successful integration. This role offers flexibility, with the option for hybrid working. Role Responsibilities: Develop and integrate ESG strategies into procurement processes, aligning with corporate sustainability goals (including GHG reduction and Scope 3 emissions).Embed ESG standards in category strategies, sourcing decisions, and supplier lifecycle touchpoints (e.g., Code of Conduct, RFPs, contracts).Lead ESG governance and stakeholder engagement, serving as Procurement's liaison with Sustainability teams and representing the function in ESG committees.Ensure regulatory and reporting compliance, driving Procurement's contributions to CSRD, CDP and other ESG disclosures, while monitoring external trends.Manage supplier ESG capability building, including EcoVadis programme deployment, training and performance improvement initiatives.Oversee Scope 3 emissions data collection and reporting, collaborating with suppliers to enhance transparency and data quality.Maintain ESG data systems and dashboards, ensuring integrity, traceability and providing actionable insights to stakeholders.Drive continuous improvement and risk mitigation, managing sustainability projects, change initiatives and promoting innovation in sustainable procurement.Required Education, Experience and Skills: Demonstrable experience in Procurement, Sustainability and ESG strategy and leadership.Strong programme management, organisational and data-driven decision-making skills.Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.In-depth knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and protocols (e.g., TCFD, SBTi, SASB, CDP, GRI, DJSI).Deep understanding of ESG and environmental sustainability topics, trends and principles.Proven analytical capability to translate complex data into actionable recommendations.Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).Secondary Job DescriptionWho We Are: Organon delivers ingenious health solutions that enable people to live their best lives. We are a $6.5 billion global healthcare company focused on making a world of difference for women, their families and the communities they care for. We have an important portfolio and are growing it by investing in the unmet needs of Women's Health, expanding access to leading biosimilars and touching lives with a diverse and trusted portfolio of health solutions. Our Vision is clear: A better and healthier every day for every woman.As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates with a diverse background. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our applicants. Search Firm Representatives Please Read Carefully Organon LLC, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. Annualized Salary RangeAnnualized Salary Range (Global)Annualized Salary Range (Canada)Please Note: Pay ranges are specific to local market and therefore vary from country to country.Employee Status: RegularRelocation:No relocationVISA Sponsorship:NoTravel Requirements: Organon employees must be able to satisfy all applicable travel and credentialing requirements, including associated vaccination prerequisites10%Flexible Work Arrangements:HybridShift:1st - DayValid Driving License:YesHazardous Material(s):Number of Openings: 1