Sustainability Project Manager — Procurement & Decarbonisation

Apex Resource Management Ltd; Crewe; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Resource Management Ltd in Crewe is seeking a Sustainability Technical Project Manager to deliver large-scale sustainability initiatives within a complex procurement environment. The role focuses on operational delivery, supplier decarbonisation, compliance, governance and stakeholder engagement across procurement functions and supplier networks.

You will work with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive measurable sustainability outcomes, manage multiple workstreams,

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience with a strong focus on delivery and operational execution.
• Experience managing multiple workstreams, risks, actions, and project timelines.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management.
• Experience supporting sustainability or supply chain sustainability initiatives.
• Working knowledge of sustainability regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Understanding of Scope 3 emissions, carbon accounting, and decarbonisation principles.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001 and sustainability reporting methodologies.
• Experience engaging with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver procurement sustainability projects from initiation through to completion
• Support delivery of the procurement sustainability roadmap and associated operational actions
• Manage project plans, timelines, risks, governance activities, and stakeholder reporting
• Support supplier decarbonisation initiatives and sustainability improvement plans
• Assist with the integration of sustainability into sourcing and supplier selection processes
• Support Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) activities
• Track supplier compliance evidence, audits, questionnaires, and corrective actions
• Support chain of custody and supply chain traceability activities across procurement processes
• Develop guidance, templates, and operational support documentation for buyers and suppliers
• Produce sustainability KPI reporting relating to emissions, energy, waste, and water metrics
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across procurement, engineering, and supplier teams
• Deliver presentations and updates to senior stakeholders and governance forums

Skills

Project management

Delivery-focused

Multiple workstreams

Procurement understanding

Sustainability initiatives

Stakeholder engagement

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Supplier management

Education

Degree in Engineering

Job description

Apex Resource Management Ltd in Crewe is seeking a Sustainability Technical Project Manager to deliver large-scale sustainability initiatives within a complex procurement environment. The role focuses on operational delivery, supplier decarbonisation, compliance, governance and stakeholder engagement across procurement functions and supplier networks.

You will work with senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams to drive measurable sustainability outcomes, manage multiple workstreams,