Sustainability Procurement Specialist

Sustainability Procurement Specialist Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world’s most pressing issues – and we hope you’ll join us in solving the next century’s.
Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.
Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people.
Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.
We deliver tailored aluminum components and solutions to customers in diversified end-markets, from automotive and mass transportation to building and construction, electronics, offshore and maritime.
In Hydro we want to contribute creating a fair society and circular economy.
We are doing this by producing responsibly, delivering circular solutions, making net-zero aluminium by 2050 or earlier, and producing and using more renewable energy.
Responsibilities: Being up to date on new regulatory requirements and ensure compliance within Hydro Extrusions Keeping contact with Hydro Corporate to ensure the requirements and tools proposed make sense for Hydro Extrusions Improving and keeping updated the Sustainability in the Supply Chain and Integrity Due Diligence procedures for Hydro Extrusions ensuring compliance with Hydro and legal requirements Developing guidelines/templates to support implementation in all categories and sites (e. g. supplier self-assessment and on-site audit questionnaires) Being updated on market platforms for supplier rating and becoming the super user for the ones selected for Hydro Extrusions (e. g.
Eco Vadis, PwC tool, IDD, etc. ) Giving hands-on support to the Hydro Extrusions business units for implementation of the procedures Reporting towards Hydro and legal requirements (e. g.
Hydro ESG reporting, Hydro Extra-financial reporting, Germany's Supply Chain Due Diligence Act ( LkSG), etc. ) Establishing a method to measure and reduce our Scope 3 emissions in collaboration with the Sustainability team Anchoring sustainability in our Procurement/supply chain decisions (e. g. part of the evaluation criteria in our tenders and foundation for partnership, part of the continuous improvement targets in the contracts with our suppliers) Promoting and supporting Procurement improvement projects that lead to reduced consumption and exposition on waste, more circularity (e. g. route optimization, intermodal (incl. rail freight) transportation, packaging specification reduction, greener packaging materials, etc. ) Standardizing and digitalizing the monitoring of our supplier base (SAP) considering different parameters such as Supplier Code of Conduct status, CO2 emissions, Eco Vadis rating, etc.
Creating communication materials that support all the above: supplier communication packages, supplier days and webinars for key categories, etc.
Training for Procurement community and suppliers and creation of supporting documents Supporting the Hydro Extrusions business units with their certifications that include requirements on Sustainability in the Supply Chain (ASI, Cradle to Cradle, etc. ) What we offer: Joining a multinational and diverse team with a global scope Influencing our Procurement decisions to reduce environmental harm, promote fair labour practices, and uphold ethical governance Contributing to build a more sustainable future Key Qualifications: Master’s degree or equivalent in relevant field such as Purchasing Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Management Fluent in English, other languages are a benefit 5 years working experience in Procurement or Supply Chain Other important skills we are looking for: Analytical, data, and reporting skills Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and storytelling skills as stakeholder engagement, both internal and external Change management and leadership to persuade stakeholders to adopt sustainable practices and to lead cross-functional teams towards ESG objectives Adaptable, as sustainability standards and regulations are rapidly evolving Project management and time management skills are needed to run multiple projects in parallel Ambitious, enjoying working in a self-motivated environment, taking ownership of own goals Business trips can be expected according to project requirements up to 25% of worktime per year.
The candidate selected for this role will have to work in a hybrid mode, home office combined with some days/week in the closest Hydro Extrusions plant.
Please apply online in ONE with your CV and a cover letter until 31/07/2024.
If you have any question, please contact: Peter Odrobina peter. odrobina@hydro. com #J-18808- Ljbffr