Transformative & Sustainable Sourcing Manager

Your Role

We are looking for a Transformative & Sustainable Sourcing Manager to lead the implementation of our sustainable sourcing strategy across the business. Reporting to the Procurement Director, with close colaboration with the Global Head of Sustainability and Group's CoE, you will the translate sustainability strategic roadmap ambitions into practical sourcing solutions, working closely with suppliers, category teams and key internal stakeholders to deliver measurable environmental, social and commercial value.

What you will do

Sustainable Sourcing Strategy & Delivery

• Own and deliver the sustainable sourcing roadmap for the business unit, aligning Group sustainability targets with sourcing strategies and business priorities.
• Define KPIs, monitor progress and drive continuous improvement to ensure sustainability commitments are achieved.

Supplier Partnerships & Risk Management

• Build strategic partnerships with key suppliers to accelerate sustainability initiatives and improve ESG performance.
• Assess and mitigate environmental, social, regulatory and supply chain risks across the ingredient portfolio.
• Support the integration of sustainability criteria into sourcing decisions, negotiations and supplier management.

Innovation & Alternative Sourcing Models

• Identify and develop innovative sourcing approaches that improve sustainability, resilience and long-term value creation.
• Lead pilot projects, evaluate business cases and scale successful initiatives.

Funding, Reporting & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Explore external funding opportunities that support sustainable sourcing investments.
• Ensure robust sustainability data, reporting and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with Marketing, R&D, Finance and other functions to translate sourcing achievements into credible sustainability claims and business outcomes.

What we are looking for

• 8+ years of experience in sustainable sourcing, procurement, supply chain sustainability or related fields.
• Experience within FMCG, food & beverage, petcare, agriculture or ingredient sourcing environments.
• Proven success leading complex, cross-functional sustainability or procurement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of sustainability regulations and frameworks, including Scope 3 emissions, SBTi and supply chain due diligence requirements.
• Experience in supplier engagement, risk assessment and sustainability programme implementation.
• Strong commercial and analytical skills, with the ability to connect sustainability initiatives to business value.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Fluent English.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

What we offer

• Hybrid working model
• Flexible working hours
• Ticket Restaurants
• Pension plan
• Fully equipped Gym
• Breakfast and fresh fruit
• Affinity University platform: Professional development opportunities for employees at different stages of their careers, acknowledging diverse career paths.
• Pet-friendly office
• Celebrations & Fun

If you don’t meet all the requirements, don’t worry. We value diverse backgrounds and encourage you to apply anyway. Your application will be thoughtfully reviewed!

We cultivate an inclusive culture that celebrates diversity. We firmly believe that embracing a variety of perspectives is integral to both our company’s success and the strength of our team. That’s why we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Our Company

Affinity Petcare is more than an international petfood company. For more than 60 years, we have been dedicated to nourishing healthy bonds between dogs, cats, and people to make the world a better place.

We are very proud of our innovative brands which include: Ultima, Advance, Brekkies, Nature’s Variety, Nature’s Menu, Natural Trainer, Libra, and more. Currently, we have over 1,200 professionals working for this purpose from Barcelona, Paris, Milan, and London, as well as 4 production sites through which we supply the 70+ countries where our brands have a presence.

So, what are you waiting for? Join our team to leave your footprint!

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