Procurement Sustainability Specialist

Are you passionate about sustainable procurement, ESG, and responsible sourcing? Do you have experience in supplier due diligence and a deep understanding of procurement sustainability topics and upstream value chains? If so, this is your opportunity to make a real impact by integrating sustainability into procurement operations, engaging suppliers, and ensuring Hempel stays ahead of regulatory and ESG requirements. 

Join our Global Procurement team 

As our new Procurement Sustainability Specialist, you will be responsible for driving the execution of Hempel’s Procurement Sustainability Program, ensuring compliance with sustainability regulations and embedding responsible procurement practices across our value chain. You will work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to assess sustainability risks, conduct due diligence, and enhance ESG performance in procurement. 

What will you do? 

• Lead supplier sustainability due diligence – Conduct supplier assessments, ensuring suppliers meet ESG and sustainability standards. 

• Assess procurement sustainability risks – Evaluate upstream value chain risks, ensuring compliance with global due diligence frameworks and regulations. 

• Engage suppliers on sustainability – Facilitate supplier improvement sessions, driving best practices in responsible sourcing and ESG compliance. 

• Develop reporting & insights –Track ESG data, develop and deliver insights on ESG to the business. 

• Ensure compliance & continuous improvement – Stay ahead of sustainability legislation (e.g., CSRD, CSDDD), ensuring procurement remains aligned with upcoming ESG and regulatory requirements. 

• Strengthen internal capabilities – Work with procurement colleagues to build sustainability knowledge and integrate ESG principles into procurement processes. 

• Drive innovation & projects – Support and contribute to initiatives such as: 

• Digitalization of procurement sustainability 

• ESG risk assessments in complex supply chains 

• Embedding sustainability into procurement decision-making 

What makes you the right fit? 

• A degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Sustainability, Business, or a related field. 

• Strong experience in supplier due diligence and procurement sustainability. 

• Deep knowledge of ESG topics, upstream value chains, and responsible sourcing. 

• Experience with EcoVadis, supplier screening tools, and sustainability regulations (e.g., CSRD, CSDDD, EUDR) is a strong advantage. 

• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to assess data and translate insights into action. 

• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders. 

• A collaborative and proactive mindset, eager to drive change and make an impact. 

• Fluency in English, both written and spoken. 

Global career possibilities 

• At Hempel, we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross-functional and cross-cultural working relationships. We strive to create the right conditions for personal and professional development. 

• Join a global company where employees are truly passionate about delivering the best in everything they do. With business in mind and people at heart, we always work together to influence our road ahead. We want you to be part of our growth journey and of a great global family. 

Sounds like a match? 

Welcome to apply! Click the ‘Apply for position’ button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system.  Final deadline for applications is 11 March 2025. For further information about the job, please contact Dagny Nome – dagn@hempel.com 

 
More about Hempel  

At Hempel, you’re welcomed into a global community of 7,500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.  

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.  

At Hempel, we are committed to ensuring everyone feels safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work.  We believe that inclusion is key to innovation, and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things, together.