ESG Supply Chain Consultant

Role: ESG Supply Chain Consultant



Location: London or Surrey locations will be considered (Hybrid)



Salary: £40 000- £50 000 (Depending on Experience)



Are you passionate about sustainability, net-zero and supply chain management?



Our client, a rapidly expanding consultancy, is looking for an experienced ESG Supply Chain Consultant to join their dynamic team. You will have the opportunity to work across various industry sectors, with a strong focus on private equity clients.



Job Description



We are seeking a dedicated ESG Supply Chain Consultant to help companies enhance their ESG performance through effective supplier engagement.



In this role, you will:



* Client Deliverables: Assist the Senior ESG Management team with ESG Maturity and Materiality assessment, due diligence reports, Net Zero strategies, climate-risk assessments, EU compliance, and ESG Impact Reports.



* Client Engagement: Conduct data analysis, stakeholder interviews, formulate recommendations, and support solution implementation.



* Sustainability Expertise: Address key sustainability areas such as science-based targets, greenhouse gas emissions, ethical trading, fair labour practices, human rights, and and .



* Sustainability Framework: Analyse EU sustainability trends and developments, including policies and regulations (EU Taxonomy, CSRD, SFDR) and global voluntary reporting frameworks (SBTi, B-Corp, TCFD, etc).



* Supplier Engagement: Design and execute supplier engagement programs, establish responsible procurement policies, and promote sustainable procurement and materials.



* Project Management: Manage multiple projects ensuring timely, budget-compliant, and quality deliverables while developing innovative consulting solutions for clients.



Job Requirements:



* Consultancy Experience: Degree in an ESG/Sustainability related subject with at least 2 years’ experience in consulting or professional services.



* Sustainability and ESG/ Net Zero Knowledge: Understanding of sustainability/ESG issues, including energy and greenhouse gas emissions, science-based targets, and sustainable procurement practices related to human rights, , equity, and .



* Supply Chain and Sourcing Experience: Experience in supply chain, sourcing/procurement, or supplier-facing roles.



* Analytical and Numerical Skills: Strong numerical and analytical skills, including data collection and management, with advanced Excel skills (knowledge of analytical software like Alteryx, Tableau, PowerBI is a bonus).



* Project Management and Communication Skills: Experience managing projects in-house, within the supply chain, or in consultancy/NGO environments; excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.



* Organizational Skills and Adaptability: Organised, self-motivated, detail-oriented, with effective time management and adaptability in a dynamic work environment