Green Procurement Specialist

This role is for one of the Weekday's clients

Salary range: Rs 500000 - Rs 900000 (ie INR 5-9 LPA)

Min Experience: 2 years

Location: Bengaluru

JobType: full-time

We are seeking a proactive and sustainability-driven Green Procurement Specialist to join our team. This role focuses on integrating environmentally responsible practices into procurement processes, with a strong emphasis on e-waste management, recycling initiatives, and sustainable sourcing. The ideal candidate will play a key role in minimizing environmental impact while ensuring cost efficiency and supplier compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement green procurement strategies aligned with organizational sustainability goals.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard environmentally responsible suppliers and vendors.
• Ensure procurement policies comply with environmental regulations and standards related to e-waste and recycling.
• Collaborate with internal teams to promote sustainable purchasing decisions and reduce carbon footprint.
• Manage procurement of eco-friendly products, materials, and services.
• Monitor supplier performance based on sustainability metrics and ethical practices.
• Drive e-waste management programs, including safe disposal, reuse, and recycling initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, sustainability impact, and vendor compliance.
• Stay updated on industry trends, environmental regulations, and innovations in green procurement.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses to balance sustainability with financial efficiency.

Required Skills:

• Strong understanding of procurement processes and vendor management.
• Knowledge of sustainable sourcing practices and environmental compliance.
• Ability to evaluate suppliers based on environmental and ethical criteria.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret procurement data and sustainability metrics.

Good to Have Skills:

• Experience in procurement operations across industries.
• Knowledge of e-waste management regulations and disposal practices.
• Familiarity with recycling processes and circular economy principles.
• Exposure to sustainability reporting frameworks and ESG metrics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• Relevant certifications in procurement or sustainability (e.g., CPSM, CIPS, or equivalent) are a plus.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work in a sustainability-focused role with real environmental impact.
• Collaborative and forward-thinking work environment.
• Career growth opportunities in procurement and sustainability domains.