Partner, Supply Chain Sustainability and Strategy

Overview

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 with strong consulting background 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.

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.

• Leadership & Growth
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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
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  • 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.

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.

• Advanced degree preferred (MBA and BA/BS strongly desired).
• A minimum of 15 years' experience
• Strong consulting background required.
• Proven track record of successfully leading sustainability-related procurement & supply chain and transformation programs for large organizations.
• Experience generating high revenues.
• 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.

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…