Partner, Supply Chain Sustainability and Strategy (Director Level)

ERM is seeking a Partner, Supply Chain Sustainability and Strategy at the director level in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves driving growth in sustainability advisory services across Tech, Pharma, and Manufacturing sectors. Responsibilities include client engagement, strategic planning, and leading sustainability programs. The ideal candidate should have an advanced degree and experience in sustainability-related procurement and supply chain transformation, with a strong ability to build client relationships.
ERM is the largest global pure-play sustainability consultancy, delivering innovative solutions to clients across a variety of industries. We are seeking a seasoned commercial leader to join us as a Partner to contribute to driving growth of product & supply chain sustainability and transformation advisory services across the Tech, Pharma, and Manufacturing sectors in North America. The successful candidate will lead high-impact engagements that integrate sustainability into our clients’ product design & supply chain strategies, engage with C-suite executives, and deliver large-scale transformation programs to address ESG priorities. Role Overview In this client-facing role, the Partner will contribute to the commercial expansion of ERM’s advisory services across North America. This includes product, supply chain and procurement sustainability strategy development, operational ESG performance enhancement, compliance improvement, and the design and implementation of organizational structures, digital tools, and change management initiatives. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Growth: Assist in executing the global SPSC strategy in North America Develop and implement strategic business/action plans to grow ERM’s sustainability services across the region. Drive double-digit profitable growth across targeted sectors through innovative service delivery and market engagement. Act as a thought leader, contributing to ERM’s regional and global strategy. Actively engage with and participate in professional industry organizations, forums, conferences to build ERM brand awareness in the broader supply chain and procurement business community. Actively work with the Talent acquisition team to identify and recruit new talent to grow our workforce in accordance with increased client demand. Client Engagement: Build and maintain senior-level client relationships, engaging operational and C-suite leaders to understand and resolve complex business challenges. Personally secure project work, expand client relationships, and generate repeat business opportunities. Lead the design and management of large, complex sustainability programs and cross-functional project teams. Service Innovation: Address client needs with tailored solutions that integrate ESG priorities into their business strategies. Provide insight into emerging trends and develop innovative approaches to enhance ERM’s service offerings in alignment with North American client needs. Collaboration & Cross-Selling: Leverage ERM’s global network, working closely with offices across North America and other regions to provide integrated solutions to clients. Actively promote and cross-sell ERM’s diverse service areas to drive broader client impact. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for an ambitious, strategic leader who combines technical expertise with business acumen and a strong ability to build and maintain trusted client relationships at the highest levels. Required Qualifications and Skills: Advanced degree preferred (MBA and BA/BS strongly desired). Proven track record of successfully leading sustainability-related procurement & supply chain and transformation programs for large organizations. Experience engaging with C-suite stakeholders, offering strategic insights, and driving impactful business outcomes. Strong knowledge of sustainability issues across Tech, Pharma, and Manufacturing sectors. Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver results in a collaborative environment. Why Join ERM as a Partner? Joining ERM as a Partner offers a unique opportunity to be part of our Partnership model, which provides: Equity ownership and significant financial rewards. The ability to influence key decisions and shape the strategic direction of the business. Opportunities to provide thought leadership on critical sustainability challenges. A chance to leverage your established client relationships to drive meaningful impact and growth. For the Partner, Supply Chain Sustainability and Strategy (Director Level) position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $150,000 – $165,000 (USD). An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. We also may have instances where employee’s fall outside of the range based on the factors noted above. This job may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are NOT bonus eligible). We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and any other benefits to eligible employees. (Casual employees and regular employees scheduled under 20 hours a week are not benefits eligible). You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law. Who We Are: As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level. Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Thank you for your interest in ERM! #LI-JR1 #LI-Hybrid At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it). Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a “boots to boardroom” leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves a positive imprint on our planet. ERM Homepage