Global Procurement - ESG Lead (m/f/d)

Das ist der Job

Ensure compliance with ESG‑related regulations (e.g.

Darum lohnt es sich

The role drives sustainability and ethical sourcing across the supply chain by aligning procurement strategies with ESG objectives and collaborating with internal teams and external partners.

Acting as the central ESG point of contact within Procurement and Subcontracting Management, the position leads sustainability initiatives, supports ESG training for procurement teams and suppliers, and continuously improves processes to strengthen responsible supplier partnerships.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities Integrate ESG requirements into procurement strategies, processes, and procedures by closely collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders to strengthen environmental sustainability and social responsibility.

Develop and support ESG training for procurement teams and suppliers to strengthen ESG capabilities across the supply chain. Experience in developing ESG training and capacity‑building programs for procurement teams and suppliers.

What we offer you Your start at Exyte: Take part in a two-day onboarding event with new colleagues Attractive location: Our location features spacious workstations with height‑adjustable desks Buddy-System: Several weeks of close familiarisation with your colleagues in the team Work‑life balance: There is always the possibility of switching to mobile working Keep fit: Exyte subsidises your fitness contract through EGYM Wellpass at over 5,000 locations in Germany Contact: You want to be part of the Exyte team?

Discover your exciting role The Global Procurement - ESG Lead (m/f/d) is responsible for integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into procurement and subcontracting processes. LKSG, CSDDD) by identifying gaps and implementing due‑diligence, reporting, and training measures.

Serve as the central ESG point of contact within Procurement and Subcontracting Management, ensuring consistent standards and reduced compliance risk. Drive ESG improvement initiatives in procurement, balancing sustainability, efficiency, innovation, and cost effectiveness.

Monitor and report ESG performance using tools such as SAP Ariba and EcoVadis to enable data‑driven decisions and risk mitigation. Partner with business units and leadership to align procurement optimization with corporate ESG objectives and secure stakeholder buy‑in.

Show your expertise 7+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, sustainability, or ESG‑related roles, preferably in a corporate or multinational environment, with ESG consulting experience considered an asset. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field, ESG or Sustainable Procurement certifications preferred.

Strong knowledge of ESG principles, sustainable procurement, responsible sourcing, and relevant regulations such as LKSG and CSDDD. Proven experience in developing and implementing ESG strategies within procurement, including supplier engagement, risk assessment, due diligence, and compliance monitoring.

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and with suppliers to drive sustainability initiatives. Analytical and results‑driven mindset with strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Proficiency in procurement and sustainability tools such as SAP, SAP Ariba, and EcoVadis, as well as Excel, PowerPoint, and ESG reporting. Fluent English required and German advantageous. We look forward to receiving your application!

For further questions and information, please do not hesitate to contact Gerd Fleischmann via E-Mail at gerd.fleischmann@exyte.net. Please note that we only consider applications submitted through our application portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered due to data protection regulations. #J-18808-Ljbffr