Sustainability Technical Project Manager

Hours:

37 per week

Contract:

24 month contract

Location:

Crewe (Hybrid – minimum 3 days onsite per week)

IR35 Status:
Outside IR35

Pay rate: to be discussed on application

Driving Licence Required

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.

• 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

• Proven project management experience with a strong focus on delivery and operational execution
• Experience managing multiple work streams, 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 is advantageous

Please note, this role is deemed outside of IR35 – you will be operating as a Limited company Contractor.