Manager, Global Procurement Sustainability

Position Title: Manager, Global Procurement Sustainability
Position Type: Regular - Full-Time
Position Location: Oakbrook Terrace
Requisition ID: 32445
At McCain, we understand the vital role food plays in bringing people, families, and communities together. Our mission is to celebrate real connections through delicious, planet-friendly food. We achieve this by working closely with our teams, business, and community partners across the globe-because we believe that when we grow and succeed together, we create lasting impact.
Position Overview:
As the Manager for Global Sustainability Procurement, you will play a key role in driving McCain's global sustainability efforts, focusing on procurement strategies that support our environmental goals. You'll work alongside regional procurement leaders to meet our commitments in areas like reducing our Scope 3 carbon footprint, renewable energy, deforestation, and food waste. Additionally, you will refine and implement McCain's Responsible Sourcing policy. Reporting to the Global Director of Sustainable Procurement, this role works closely with key stakeholders including the VP, Global Indirect & Sustainable Procurement, regional Procurement VPs, and the Chief Procurement Officer.
Key Responsibilities:
Supplier Engagement & Scope 3 Reduction Strategy:

• Lead the global Scope 3 reduction strategy to help achieve McCain's 30% reduction target by 2030.
• Engage and c ollaborate with suppliers to collect CO2 data, refine emission factors, and improve Scope 3 inventory.
• Provide support and guidance to suppliers and internal teams to reduce emissions and track performance.

Renewable Electricity Targets:

• Oversee McCain's global renewable electricity sourcing strategy.
• Manage regional projects to ensure renewable electricity goals are met, maximizing sustainability while minimizing costs.
• Support regional energy managers in project approvals and execution.

Responsible Sourcing Strategy:

• Refine refine and implement McCain's Responsible Sourcing program in collaboration with regional teams and stakeholders.
• Manage the SEDEX workstream and develop training for regional procurement teams.

Sustainability Data & Reporting:

• Lead on-going and ad hoc data collection, conduct analysis and provide recommendations to meet McCain's sustainability goals
• Lead annual procurement data collection and reporting in partnership with the Global Sustainability team.
• Work with the Digital Procurement team to enhance data collection and reporting efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in a sustainability-related field.
• 7+ years' experience in corporate sustainability, with a strong focus on supplier engagement and responsible sourcing.
• Experience in the agricultural or manufacturing sectors is a plus.
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks such as CDP, CSRD, and EUDR.
• Strong program management skills with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary global teams.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and leadership skills, with experience influencing stakeholders at all levels.

At McCain, you'll have the autonomy to shape impactful sustainability initiatives while working within a supportive, collaborative environment. If you're passionate about making a real difference through sustainable practices, join us and be a part of something bigger!
McCain Foods is an equal opportunity employer. We see value in ensuring we have a diverse, antiracist, inclusive, merit-based, and equitable workplace. As a global family-owned company we are proud to reflect the diverse communities around the world in which we live and work. We recognize that diversity drives our creativity, resilience, and success and makes our business stronger.
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Job Family: Procurement
Division: Global Procurement
Department: Global Sustainability Procurement
Location(s): US - United States of America : Illinois : Chicago || US - United States of America : Illinois : Lisle || US - United States of America : Illinois : Oakbrook Terrace
Company: McCain Foods USA, Inc.