Sustainability Technical Project Manager
Posted 1 day ago by Totaljobs
Negotiable
Outside
Hybrid
Crewe, Cheshire, CW1 3PL
Summary: The Sustainability Technical Project Manager will oversee large-scale sustainability initiatives within a complex procurement environment, focusing on operational delivery, supply chain decarbonisation, and stakeholder engagement. This role requires strong project management skills and a solid understanding of sustainability regulations and procurement processes. The position involves collaboration with senior stakeholders and suppliers to achieve measurable sustainability outcomes. The contract is set until June 2026, with a possibility of extension.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and deliver procurement sustainability projects from initiation through to completion
- Support delivery of the procurement sustainability roadmap and associated operational actions
- Manage project plans, timelines, risks, governance activities, and stakeholder reporting
- Support supplier decarbonisation initiatives and sustainability improvement plans
- Assist with the integration of sustainability into sourcing and supplier selection processes
- Support Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) activities
- Track supplier compliance evidence, audits, questionnaires, and corrective actions
- Support chain of custody and supply chain traceability activities across procurement processes
- Develop guidance, templates, and operational support documentation for buyers and suppliers
- Produce sustainability KPI reporting relating to emissions, energy, waste, and water metrics
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across procurement, engineering, and supplier teams
- Deliver presentations and updates to senior stakeholders and governance forums
Key Skills:
- Proven project management experience with a strong focus on delivery and operational execution
- Experience managing multiple workstreams, risks, actions, and project timelines
- Strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management
- Experience supporting sustainability or supply chain sustainability initiatives
- Working knowledge of sustainability regulations and compliance frameworks
- Understanding of Scope 3 emissions, carbon accounting, and decarbonisation principles
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 and sustainability reporting methodologies
- Experience engaging with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
- Degree qualified within Engineering, Sustainability, Supply Chain, or Business
- Automotive industry experience advantageous
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Crewe
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Sustainability Technical Project Manager
Contract: Until 31/06/26 (Will extend, project up to 2 years)
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Crewe (Hybrid – minimum 3-4 days onsite per week)
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Driving licence required
Role Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Sustainability Technical Project Manager to support the delivery of large-scale sustainability initiatives within a complex procurement environment. The Sustainability Technical Project Manager will play a key role in driving operational delivery of sustainability programmes, supporting supply chain decarbonisation, compliance activities, governance, and stakeholder engagement across procurement functions and supplier networks.
This position will suit an experienced Sustainability Technical Project Manager with strong project delivery capability, procurement understanding, and a practical knowledge of sustainability regulations, reporting, and supply chain processes. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, procurement teams, suppliers, and wider business functions to deliver measurable sustainability outcomes.
Role & Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver procurement sustainability projects from initiation through to completion
- Support delivery of the procurement sustainability roadmap and associated operational actions
- Manage project plans, timelines, risks, governance activities, and stakeholder reporting
- Support supplier decarbonisation initiatives and sustainability improvement plans
- Assist with the integration of sustainability into sourcing and supplier selection processes
- Support Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) activities
- Track supplier compliance evidence, audits, questionnaires, and corrective actions
- Support chain of custody and supply chain traceability activities across procurement processes
- Develop guidance, templates, and operational support documentation for buyers and suppliers
- Produce sustainability KPI reporting relating to emissions, energy, waste, and water metrics
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration across procurement, engineering, and supplier teams
- Deliver presentations and updates to senior stakeholders and governance forums
Requirements Of The Role
- Proven project management experience with a strong focus on delivery and operational execution
- Experience managing multiple workstreams, risks, actions, and project timelines
- Strong understanding of procurement processes and supplier management
- Experience supporting sustainability or supply chain sustainability initiatives
- Working knowledge of sustainability regulations and compliance frameworks
- Understanding of Scope 3 emissions, carbon accounting, and decarbonisation principles
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 and sustainability reporting methodologies
- Experience engaging with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders
- Degree qualified within Engineering, Sustainability, Supply Chain, or Business
- Automotive industry experience advantageous
Apply Now
Please contact Apex Recruitment for more information on this Sustainability Technical Project Manager opportunity.
Please note, this role is deemed outside of IR35 – you will be operating as a Limited company Contractor.