ESG Supply Chain Consultant

Timely Recruit Ltd is seeking an ESG Supply Chain Consultant to enhance ESG performance for clients, particularly in private equity. Responsibilities include supplier engagement, sustainability expertise, project management, and client deliverables. Candidates should have at least 2 years of consulting experience, strong analytical skills, and a background in sustainable supply chain management. The position is based in London or Surrey with a salary range of £40,000 to £50,000.
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 Consultant with a focus on Supply Chain Management to help companies enhance their ESG performance through effective supplier engagement.

In this role, you will:
• Supplier Engagement: Design and execute supplier engagement programs, establish responsible procurement policies, and promote sustainable procurement and materials.
• Sustainability Expertise: Address key sustainability areas such as science-based targets, greenhouse gas emissions, ethical trading, fair labour practices, human rights, and diversity and inclusion.
• 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).
• 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.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects ensuring timely, budget-compliant, and quality deliverables while developing innovative consulting solutions for clients.

Job Requirements:
• Consultancy Experience: At least 2 years’ experience in consulting or sustainable supply chain management
• Sustainability and ESG/ Net Zero Knowledge: Understanding of sustainability/ESG issues, including energy and greenhouse gas emissions, SBTI, and sustainable procurement practices related to human rights, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• 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.