Responsible Sourcing Specialist

Overview

Reporting to, and in collaboration with, the Responsible Sourcing Manager, you will support in the delivery of all Responsible Sourcing Policies, including Human Rights, Wood & Paper, Animal Welfare and Sustainable Chemicals.

You will act as the business advisor in all matters relating to responsible sourcing. You will work alongside a team of responsible sourcing specialists, together acting as a centre of expertise and coordinating responsible sourcing communications to engage our colleagues, customers, vendors, and Kingfisher.

What's in it for you?

• Discretionary annual bonus up to 20%
• 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays, 5 of which can be taken flexibly)
• Hybrid working with up to 2 days working from home
• Flexible start and end times around core working hours
• Buy More Holiday - eligible colleagues can boost their holiday allowance by up to one extra week
• EV Car Scheme in Partnership with Tusker - eligible colleagues can lease a brand-new or pre-loved electric vehicle
• Up to 14% employer pension contributions
• Life cover up to 4x your salary
• Health cash plan and discounted gym memberships (up to 25% savings)
• 20% discount at Screwfix and B&Q

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with Responsible Sourcing Manager, support the ongoing delivery of our Responsible Sourcing Strategy

• Track and monitor the delivery of responsible sourcing targets (both Kingfisher and Screwfix's) including ethical sourcing, wood and paper, animal welfare, and sustainable chemicals

• Support and act as a Screwfix key contact for responsible sourcing activities, being a source of advice and guidance to teams where needed

• Engender a responsible sourcing focus across Screwfix teams, as well as our vendors, to deliver and maintain our responsible sourcing objectives

• Actively engage, feed into and support the implementation of new policies that drive the responsible sourcing strategy

• Support the management of Business-Critical ethical audits with vendors, working with 3rd parties to implement key actions and next steps, as well as escalating compliance issues and risks to the Responsible Sourcing Manager

• Engage with Kingfisher regarding responsible sourcing, sharing successes, challenges and approaches to support the wider Kingfisher sourcing strategy

• Work with the QA team to ensure that new vendors and products onboarded are compliant with the relevant responsible sourcing policies

• Provide technical support to all Screwfix functions, embedding responsible sourcing activities and delivery of targets across the business

• Proactively engage with and educate Screwfix teams and vendors on all areas of responsible sourcing

• Responsibility of vendors & factories within our supply chain, supporting them factories to gain and maintain compliance with the Ethical Sourcing Policy

• Proactively review and analyse what other organisations are doing, using this insight and analysis to support our own internal benchmarking

• Review ethical audits across several platforms, grade them against the Kingfisher risk matrix, and support vendors in gaining compliance as required

• Support initiatives that go 'beyond compliance,' collaborating with key vendors to drive continuous improvement in factory standards, and embedding long-term, sustainable practices in our supply chain

• Champion responsible sourcing across the business and externally

• Support strategic projects that ensure Screwfix maintains a leading position for responsible sourcing within the Kingfisher Group

Qualifications

• Relevant experience within an appropriate field
• Strong knowledge of human rights and responsible sourcing, ideally in a large business or retail environment
• A passion for sustainability
• Commercial and retail experience/knowledge beneficial
• Data gathering, analysis and communication experience with strong attention to detail
• A team player with the ability to work cross-functionally, delivering complex business-wide projects
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate at all management levels in a clear, detailed and accurate manner, both verbally and written
• Confident and competent in MS Office applications (e.g. Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and be comfortable presenting to audiences

At Screwfix, Your Wellbeing Comes First

Financial wellbeing

• Wagestream access to track earnings and save
• Access to the Kingfisher Share Scheme
• Colleague support fund
• Exclusive offers and discounts via our Hapi app
• Cycle-to-work scheme and savings on bikes

Every day benefits

• Career progression and development programmes
• Coaching and mentoring to help you thrive
• Access to wellbeing resourcing including PepTalk
• Support networks available

Recruitment Process

We review applications on an individual basis, and if we feel you would be a good fit we'll invite you for a call or Teams video for an informal chat about the role, and to see if we're a good fit for you. From there you can expect a comprehensive process, with regular contact from the Talent Acquisition team who are always available, for any queries you may have.

We value open and honest conversations and collaboration, giving you a chance to learn about what we are doing in an informal and friendly environment. We want to know about you and why you feel that this is the opportunity that excites you.

Sustainability at Screwfix

We're committed to building a better future for our community and our planet. That's why we're doing everything we can in six key areas: eliminating carbon emissions, reducing and recycling waste, sourcing responsibly, keeping products in use for longer, selling more sustainable products and providing sustainable packaging. We're on a mission to put sustainability at the forefront of everything we do. Join us.

We've worked hard to create a culture of inclusivity and genuine community. We're a company built on teamwork, and the best teams are ones in which everyone can share their view. Whatever your background, however you identify, you'll be listened to, encouraged, and given the tools and training you need to get ahead. You'll always know where you are with us. We're open. We're fair. And we believe in opportunities for everyone.

Please let us know at careers@screwfix.com if you need any additional support or adjustments when it comes to your application.

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