Consulting Associate - Supply Chain

erm; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work experiences

Job summary

ERM is seeking a capable consultant to join our Sustainable Products and Supply Chain practice in a role that focuses on delivering high-impact sustainability projects for a global client base. You will work with a Project Lead and Project Manager to ensure outcomes align with client priorities and strategic goals.

The position requires strong communication, presentation, analytical, and collaborative skills, with experience in sustainability, supply chain, or procurement consulting being

Qualifications

• Educated to degree/master's degree level
• Excellent written communication skills and ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling narratives
• Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, including developing well-structured presentations and managing or analysing complex datasets
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Excellent inter-personal skills, with both internal teams and client facing - including an ability to work in a collaborative environment and across disciplines
• A creative approach to problem solving - with the ability to work through uncertainty to arrive at the best solutions for clients
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in consulting (in the fields of sustainability, supply chain or procurement) is beneficial but not essential

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for delivering projects that drive maximum impact for our global clients, with the support of a Project Lead and Project Manager.
• Develop strong client relationships and a nuanced understanding of their priorities to be able to support their growth.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across ERM to deliver integrated sustainability solutions.
• Support the development of new and existing services in line with market needs - from contributing to thought leadership to building new capabilities.
• Meaningfully contribute towards a learning environment that supports your development and the development of the team.

Skills

Written communication

PowerPoint

Excel

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Project management

Consulting experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

ERM is the world's largest pure-play sustainability consultancy, and we have been named as a leader in the ESG & Sustainability Consultancy industry, according to new independent research.

We have an impressive client base including over 50% of global Fortune 500 companies. Our diverse team of world-class experts support clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise. We call this capability our \"boots to boardroom\" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground and at the executive level.

Why Join ERM in Sustainable Products and Supply Chain?

ERM offers a wide range of services through every stage of the sustainable product and supply chain lifecycle. For decades we have supported our clients in taking a system led approach to drive and improve sustainable outcomes. Our offers are aligned to help them navigate real challenges such as portfolio diversification, changing consumer preferences and demands, the requirement to reduce spend and generate growth opportunities while driving sustainability, and keeping ahead of a rapidly evolving legislative landscape. Through this we support our clients to grow and evolve with their customers.

The skills we are looking for should align and complement our offers, some of which are outlined below:

• Supporting businesses to transform their portfolios in line with sustainability drivers.


• Helping organisations source better materials, products, and packaging considering a range of environmental and social indicators (e.g. carbon, biodiversity, human rights, local sourcing etc.)


• Seeking opportunities to drive circularity and value simultaneously to identify new forms of revenue generation.


• Navigating the complex landscape of product and packaging regulation and what it means for businesses.


• Leveraging data, AI, and emerging digital tools to drive smarter decisions, improve compliance, unlock efficiencies, and accelerate sustainable business transformation. unlock efficiencies and accelerate sustainable business transformation.


• Conducting and/or advising on supply chain ESG due diligence, risk assessments, and data analysis.


• Seeking opportunities to drive sustainability and value simultaneously to identify new forms of revenue generation.

Role responsibilities

Be responsible for delivering projects that drive maximum impact for our global clients, with the support of a Project Lead and Project Manager.

Develop strong client relationships and a nuanced understanding of their priorities to be able to support their growth.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams across ERM to deliver integrated sustainability solutions.

Support the development of new and existing services in line with market needs - from contributing to thought leadership to building new capabilities.

Meaningfully contribute towards a learning environment that supports your development and the development of the team.

Skills & experience requirement:

Educated to degree/master's degree level, preferably in a sustainability related field

Excellent written communication skills and ability to translate complex information into clear, compelling narratives

Strong PowerPoint and Excel skills, including developing well-structured presentations and managing or analysing complex datasets

Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail

Excellent inter-personal skills, with both internal teams and client facing - including an ability to work in a collaborative environment and across disciplines

A creative approach to problem solving - with the ability to work through uncertainty to arrive at the best solutions for clients

Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Experience in consulting (in the fields of sustainability, supply chain or procurement) is beneficial but not essential

What do we offer:

• Part of a global team, with a shared purpose to protect the future of our planet


• Work with powerful companies to create a tangible difference, with progress measured through the impact we create for the societies we serve


• Clear and strong organisational beliefs that shape our behaviours within a vibrant, supportive and inclusive culture


• Structured learning and the opportunity to develop


• Support talent programs, hiring and building capability of other consultants


• Rapid promotion to next career level


• Hybrid work experiences, choice and flexibility

ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive,