Manager, Sourcing

Department : Sourcing Reports to : VP, Sourcing (report to Senior Director once hired) Location : Hong Kong Your Opportunity at ARC’TERYX : As Manager, Sourcing - Sustainability, you will play an essential role in integrating our sustainability principles and practices into the sourcing practices and supply base. You will be a key contributor to our environmental initiatives and projects, supporting our sustainability team in driving progress and performance of the supply base. You will use creative means to influence, train, collaborate and communicate clearly to gain buy in, drive action, and provide updates to internal teams at Arc’teryx, and with the suppliers themselves. You’ll work at a system level to understand our role and identify opportunities to minimize our environmental impact and drive positive outcomes.This role is based out of our Arc’teryx Hong Kong office. Candidates must be eligible to work in Hong Kong. Core Activities Collaborating with stakeholders in the development and execution of Arc’teryx’s supply chain environmental impact programs with a heavy emphasis on progress towards our Scope 3 emissions reduction goals Connecting our sustainability goals, objectives and KPIs with overall business objectives and sourcing strategies Establishing, coaching and guiding a high-performing team to achieve our sustainability goals Identifying and evaluating suppliers based on sustainability criteria such as environmental impact, social responsibility, and ethical practices Developing relationships with suppliers to implement sustainability initiatives and drive improvements in their sustainability performance Supporting Vendor Sourcing on researching and identifying suppliers with good sustainability practices, including renewable energy program, eco-friendly manufacturing and social responsibility Collaborating with Sustainability Team and other internal stakeholders to develop sustainable and responsible procurement policies and guidelines Establishing Arc’teryx key performance indicators to measure the sustainability performance of suppliers and the overall sourcing function Analyzing data to identify areas for improvement and develop Arc’teryx strategies to address gaps in sustainability performance Upholding Fair Labor Association’s Workplace Code of Conduct and Principles of Fair Labor and Responsible Sourcing throughout the Arc’teryx supply chain Working closely with the Amer Sports Global Sourcing Vendor Sustainability team on quarterly business reviews and training / capacity building Adhering to negotiated lead times and balanced annual capacities to expedite responsible purchasing practices as outlined in the Responsible Sourcing Policy Future Work Contributing to the development and execution of our climate roadmap within the scope of supply chain Developing a differentiated sustainability roadmap for each supplier in support of our supply base’s drive towards industry leading environmental and social labor practices Assessing and mitigating sustainability-related risks within the supply chain Are you our next Manager, Sourcing - Sustainability? You have a Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Supply Chain Management or Engineering You have 5+ years experience in procurement, supply chain management or sustainability including 3+ years’ experience in people leadership You have a strong understanding of sustainability principles, regulations, and best practices You have strong digital dexterity, including the ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and leverage data You have proven business acumen and analytical skills to make data-driven decisions You have excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills You are a change agent in setting a clear vision, aligning stakeholders around common objectives, and fostering commitment to these objectives You are proactive in identifying the root cause of issues and developing solutions Your passion for sustainability is paralleled by your passion for getting outside and living it Equal Opportunity Arc’teryx is committed to actively creating and fostering a culture of inclusivity where voices are heard, people are seen, and values are respected. We care about the uniqueness of our applicants, employees, and guests, and we do so in a safe space fueled by curiosity and acceptance. Creating an inclusive workplace is connected to our core values, while also having the added benefit of helping make our business better. We believe inclusion helps us to create a healthier, happier workplace, drive creativity and innovation, and reflect the communities where we operate. All applicants, employees, and guests can expect equality of opportunity and fair treatment in alignment with our values. Design your Purpose. Live our Values. DISRUPTIVE EVOLUTION. Design your future through challenge, experimentation, and inspiration.COMMIT. Set and deliver on bold objectives as we collectively raise the bar.LIVE IT. Deepen your connection to nature and live your most purposeful life.LEAVE IT BETTER. Create a better world, together. #J-18808-Ljbffr