Procurement Sustainability Analyst

Novonesis; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Job summary

Novonesis in Bengaluru is seeking a Procurement Sustainability Analyst to help improve supplier carbon data in Scope 3 accounting. You will own day-to-day PCF collection and validation, and support category managers in building decarbonization business cases.

Join a global procurement team and collaborate with Sustainability Analytics, Supplier Engagement, and category managers while expanding your expertise across supplier ESG, compliance, and third‑party risk topics. Hybrid work in Bengaluru.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Sustainability Science, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience in sustainability, Scope 3 or carbon accounting, Life Cycle Assessment, or supplier engagement.
• Hands-on experience with the GHG Protocol, PCF or LCA data, and emission factors.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Structured, analytical, detail-oriented approach; ability to translate complex topics clearly.

Responsibilities

• Supplier PCF validation — collect, review, and validate PCF/LCA data for accuracy and alignment; communicate results to suppliers and stakeholders.
• Scope 3 program support — assist in building business cases and decarbonization scenarios; develop PCF methodology guidance and SOPs.
• Cybersecurity and ESG supplier assessment support — assist third-party risk management with risk questionnaires and data analysis.

Skills

GHG Protocol

PCF/LCA data

Excel

PowerPoint

English fluency

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Environmental Engineering / Sustainability

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Interested in a career that matters? Interested in a career that matters? Would you like to turn supplier sustainability data into measurable climate action? Join our Global Procurement Sustainability team in Bengaluru and help advance Novonesis’ Scope 3 decarbonization and responsible procurement agenda. The team is responsible for measuring supply chain emissions, engaging suppliers on decarbonization, and mitigating supplier ESG and cyber security risks to meet Novonesis’ sustainability commitments. Within the team, this role focuses on PCF validation and initiative case building, working in close cooperation with the Supplier Engagement Specialist, Sustainability Analytics team, and category managers. You will also have opportunities to broaden your experience across supplier ESG, compliance, and third-party risk management topics. The role & your impact As our Procurement Sustainability Analyst, you will play an important role in improving the quality of supplier carbon data used in Scope 3 accounting and decision-making. The role owns the day-to-day execution of PCF collection and validation, supports category managers in building decarbonization business cases, and, as part of the sustainability team, support supplier cybersecurity and ESG risk assessments through questionnaires and follow-ups.

Your key responsibilities in this role

1. Supplier Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) validation — Primary Focus Collect, review, and validate supplier-provided PCF/LCA data for accuracy, completeness, and methodological alignment, according to guardrails aligned with Novonesis Global Sustainability Follow up with suppliers on PCF collection templates; clarify data gaps and support suppliers in improving data quality. Convert validated primary data into robust emission factors and support their handover into Scope 3 accounting. Provide clear communication to suppliers and internal stakeholders: purpose, expectations, timelines, follow-ups, and closure criteria. Act as super-user for Scope 3 / PCF-related digital procurement tools and interface with the Sustainability Analytics team.
2. Scope 3 program support Support category managers and decarbonization leads in building business cases and CO₂ reduction scenarios for specific initiatives. Act as super-user for Scope 3 / PCF-related digital procurement tools and interface with the Sustainability Analytics team. Contribute to creation PCF methodology guidance, standard operating procedures, and training programs.
3. Cyber security and ESG supplier assessment support (secondary focus) Support in the third-party risk management program in issuing, tracking and analysis of cybersecurity and ESG risk assessment questionnaires to suppliers Supplier data analysis and reporting.

What you’ll need to be successful in this role

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree (Preferred) in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, Sustainability Science, Environmental Science, or a related field.
• Two to four years of relevant experience in sustainability, Scope 3 or carbon accounting, Life Cycle Assessment, or supplier engagement.
• Hands‑on experience working with the GHG Protocol, PCF or LCA data, and emission factors.
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• A structured, analytical, and detail‑oriented approach to solving problems.
• The ability to translate complex topics into clear concepts and communicate them effectively.
• Strong stakeholder‑management and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively in a global team.

Additional skills & interests we value

• Knowledge of ISO 14067, RED, PACT or Together for Sustainability PCF Guidelines, or the GLEC Framework.
• Experience with Power BI.
• Experience with supplier ESG risk screening, questionnaires, or risk scoring.
• An interest in peer networks, best‑practice sharing, and bringing external knowledge into the organization.
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn, develop, and broaden your exposure to ESG and compliance topics.

What we offer you

You will join a global procurement environment where sustainability data supports meaningful decisions and measurable action. The role offers close collaboration with internal sustainability teams, procurement professionals, technical specialists, and suppliers. As part of the Procurement Sustainability team, you will have opportunities to deepen your expertise in supplier carbon data and Scope 3 decarbonization while gaining exposure to wider ESG, supplier‑risk, and compliance topics.

Working conditions

This position is based in Bengaluru, India, with an hybrid working arrangement.

Application deadline

Please apply by 19 September 2026.

Contact Information

For questions about the position, please contact Sruthi Surendran, Manager- Procurement Sustainability [e-mail].

Our purpose guides the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore, we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Our purpose guides the way In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying. We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

In 2024, Chr. Hansen and Novozymes joined forces to form Novonesis. We are 10,000 people worldwide whose expertise spans more than 30 different industries. All around the world our biosolutions already create value for thousands of customers and benefit the planet. Our biosolutions enable feeding and fueling the world more sustainably, from healthy and sustainable nutrition to biofuel. Our biosolutions also reduce the use of fossil-based resources, chemicals, energy and water. And this is just the beginning.