Procurement Sustainability Lead

Sourcingconnections; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UAE is looking for a Procurement Sustainability Lead (Consultant) to guide clients on embedding sustainability into their procurement practices. This role involves leading the development of frameworks aligned with international ESG standards and driving digital transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in procurement and supply chain, including consulting.
• Proven ability to develop and implement policies and strategies.
• Strong expertise in ESG frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with clients to assess procurement needs.
• Develop procurement policies and digital-enabled strategies.
• Advise on sustainable procurement aligned with standards.

Skills

Sustainable Procurement

Digital Transformation

Stakeholder Engagement

Advisory Skills

Education

MCIPS Level 6 or equivalent

Job description

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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

Experience

• 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

Qualifications

• 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.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Consulting and Purchasing

Operations Consulting

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