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United Kingdom · Procurement · Director/VP (16-20 years)

Director of Responsible Sourcing

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  • Experience bandDirector/VP (16-20 years)
  • Direct reports5-10 reports
  • Reports toChief Procurement Officer (CPO) or Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)
  • UK framework levelUsually a director, accountable for a division and its numbers

Also advertised as VP, Ethical Procurement · Head of Sustainable Supply Chain · Director, ESG Procurement

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1From this job to a course

The qualifications matched to this job

Qualifications Scotland Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management Qualifications Scotland · Level 6 · covers 1 of 10 standards
Highfield Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management (RQF) Highfield Qualifications · Level 6 · covers 1 of 10 standards
GQA Level 6 NVQ Diploma In Construction Contracting Operations Management V2 GQA Qualifications Limited · Level 6 · covers 1 of 10 standards
Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business Pearson Education Ltd · Level 5 · covers 1 of 10 standards
City & Guilds Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management City & Guilds Limited · Level 4 · covers 1 of 10 standards

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The units you would start with

Developing a procurement plan and optimising supplier and service provider performance in the workplace NOCN Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management (Construction)
Implementing strategic and integrated supply chain management and sourcing partnerships in the workplace Qualifications Scotland Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management
Procurement and Supply Chain Management Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Business
Understanding procurement and supplier management in the workplace City & Guilds Level 4 Certificate in Leadership and Management

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AI Fluency working with AI as a thinking partner
Data Fluency turning numbers into a decision
AI Governance Fluency using AI responsibly
Sustainability Fluency building care for people and planet into the work
Foresight Fluency seeing round the corner
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  1. Developing a procurement plan and optimising supplier and service provider performance in the workplace NOCN · covers 2 of 10 standards Level 6
  2. Implementing strategic and integrated supply chain management and sourcing partnerships in the workplace Qualifications Scotland · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 6
  3. Procurement and Supply Chain Management Pearson Education Ltd · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 5
  4. Understanding procurement and supplier management in the workplace City & Guilds Limited · covers 1 of 10 standards Level 4
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2AI and this work

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The new skills this role is being asked for

  • Advanced ESG Reporting & Disclosure Standards (e.g., CSRD, ISSB)
  • Regenerative Supply Chain Design
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3What this role really is

A Director of Responsible Sourcing sets the standards for how a business sources products and materials, from factories to raw materials, and checks they are met.

4What you'd actually use

The tools this job runs on, and how well you'd need to know each one.

EcoVadis, Sedex, or IntegrityNext (Supplier Risk & Performance Platforms) Strategic

Leading platform selection, owning enterprise integration strategy, managing key vendor relationships, and using aggregated data for Board-level reporting.

SAP S/4HANA (MM Module) or Oracle NetSuite (ERP Systems) Architect

Designing how ESG data from other systems is integrated into the ERP to influence purchasing decisions at the point of transaction and ensuring data integrity for reporting.

Power BI or Tableau (Data Analysis & Visualization) Strategic

Defining the Business Intelligence strategy for the entire Responsible Sourcing function, overseeing dashboard development, and presenting high-level insights to executive leadership and the Board.

OneTrust or ServiceNow GRC (GRC & Traceability Platforms) Architect

Owning the GRC module for third-party risk management, championing investment in advanced traceability platforms (e.g., blockchain) for critical supply chains, and ensuring robust incident management.

Miro or Confluence (Collaboration & PM Tools) Strategic

Leading strategic planning sessions, documenting the function's multi-year roadmap, and fostering collaborative problem-solving across your team and with other departments.

5What you get to decide, and how that grows

Power in a job isn't your title. It's what you're allowed to decide. Here's how it grows as you move up.

The choiceComing in Where you are nowThe step above
Strategic Programme Design (e.g., new HRDD framework) No involvement beyond learning. Contributes data and feedback on specific process steps. Designs and proposes the programme framework; consults Director on resource needs.
Supplier Remediation Strategy for Critical Non-Conformance Documents non-conformance and initial CAP. Monitors CAP progress; flags delays to Senior Analyst. Reviews and approves CAPs; proposes escalation strategy for non-compliant suppliers.
Annual Departmental Budget Allocation No involvement. No involvement. Proposes specific project budgets within their workstream.

6How you'll be judged

The scoreboard, and what is not on it. The hard targets, how often each is actually looked at, and the quiet signals that never reach a dashboard.

Supply Chain Risk Score Reduction
The overall risk score of our supply chain as assessed by our GRC platform, which factors in audit findings, country risk, and commodity exposure.
Target · Reduce the overall supply chain risk score by 10% year-on-year.

If our initial risk score is 750, we'd aim for 675 by the end of the year. This means fewer critical non-conformances and better supplier performance.

Industry ESG Ranking Improvement
Our company's position in key industry ESG benchmarks and ratings (e.g., Dow Jones Sustainability Index, EcoVadis score).
Target · Improve our industry ESG ranking by at least 5 percentile points annually, aiming for top 10% in our sector.

Moving from the 70th percentile to the 75th percentile in the DJSI, or increasing our EcoVadis score from 65 to 70.

Critical Non-Conformance Remediation Rate
The percentage of critical audit findings (e.g., forced labour indicators, severe safety violations) that are fully remediated and verified within agreed timelines.
Target · Achieve a 95% remediation rate for critical non-conformances within 120 days.

Out of 20 critical findings identified in Q1, 19 were fully closed and verified by the end of Q2, hitting 95%.

Tier N Visibility & Mapping
The percentage of our critical raw material supply chains (e.g., palm oil, cobalt) for which we have mapped beyond Tier 1 suppliers to at least Tier 3.
Target · Increase visibility to 75% of critical Tier 3 suppliers for identified high-risk commodities within 2 years.

If we have 10 critical commodities, we'd aim to have 7.5 of them mapped to Tier 3 by the target date, giving us a clearer picture of risks.

Board & C-Suite Confidence
How confident the Board and executive leadership feel about our responsible sourcing strategy and its execution, particularly in managing reputational and regulatory risks.
  • You'll be regularly presenting to the Board or executive committee. Evidence includes positive feedback on your reports, proactive consultation on strategic decisions, and the CPO/CSO consistently backing your recommendations in broader business discussions.
Cross-Functional Integration
How well responsible sourcing principles are embedded into the day-to-day operations and decision-making of other departments (e.g., Product Development, Category Management, Legal).
  • Other teams actively seek your input early in their processes (e.g., before launching a new product, before signing a major supplier contract). You'll see responsible sourcing criteria explicitly included in RFPs and supplier selection matrices, and hear colleagues referencing our ethical standards in their own meetings.
External Reputation & Thought Leadership
Our standing in the wider industry and with NGOs as a leader in responsible sourcing.
  • We're invited to speak at industry conferences, quoted in relevant publications, and NGOs see us as a partner for dialogue rather than just a target for criticism. Our annual sustainability report receives positive external reviews.
Team Development & Retention
The growth and engagement of your direct team, ensuring we have the talent to deliver on our ambitious goals.
  • Your team members are hitting their development goals, feel supported, and are keen to stay. You'll see low regrettable attrition, positive feedback in internal surveys, and successful internal promotions from your team.

7Would you like it

Both sides. What people enjoy, and what grinds them down.

What people enjoy
Driving Systemic Change

You'll get a real kick out of seeing your strategic initiatives translate into tangible improvements in working conditions or environmental impact across our supply chain. It's about moving the needle on big, complex issues.

Successfully implementing a new purchasing practice that demonstrably reduces excessive overtime in supplier factories, or seeing a significant reduction in waste across a product category because of a circular economy initiative you championed.

Protecting & Enhancing Brand Reputation

You'll feel a deep sense of responsibility for safeguarding our company's reputation and building trust with customers and investors. Avoiding a major ethical scandal and instead being recognised for positive impact will be a huge driver.

Successfully navigating a potential NGO campaign by proactively addressing concerns and demonstrating genuine progress, leading to positive media coverage and increased consumer confidence in our brand.

Building & Mentoring High-Performing Teams

You'll enjoy developing your team, seeing them grow into ethical sourcing experts, and empowering them to take ownership of complex programmes. Your success is often measured by their success.

Seeing a Senior Manager you've mentored successfully lead a critical human rights due diligence project from start to finish, or watching a Lead Strategist present their programme updates confidently to the CPO.

What frustrates people
  • The 'Cost vs. Compliance' Battle: Constantly having to justify ethical investments against immediate cost savings targets.
  • Slow Pace of Change: Systemic issues in global supply chains don't get fixed overnight; progress can feel painfully slow.
  • Data Gaps & Inconsistencies: Struggling to get reliable, granular data from deep within the supply chain, making it hard to prove impact.
  • Internal Bureaucracy: Navigating complex internal processes and getting sign-off from multiple departments can be frustrating.
  • The 'Business Prevention Unit' Label: Being seen as a blocker rather than an enabler by some commercial teams.
What this role does not give you
  • A quiet, predictable nine-to-five. Expect urgent issues to pop up that demand immediate attention.
  • A role where you're always popular. You'll often be challenging the status quo, which isn't always comfortable for others.
  • Complete control over every aspect of the supply chain. You'll influence, persuade, and guide, but direct authority is limited.
  • Instant gratification. Many of the changes you drive will take years to fully manifest and measure.

8Who you work with

This role directly shapes our company's reputation and risk profile. You'll be instrumental in protecting our brand from ethical scandals, ensuring we meet increasingly strict global regulations, and driving our competitive advantage through demonstrable commitment to responsible business practices. Your decisions will influence millions of pounds in spend and the working conditions of tens of thousands of people in our supply chain.

Inside the business
  • Chief Procurement Officer (CPO)
  • Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)
  • Legal & Compliance leadership
  • Head of Product Development
  • Head of Operations
  • Investor Relations
  • Marketing & Communications
  • Internal Audit
Outside the business
  • Major suppliers and strategic partners
  • Third-party audit firms
  • Industry associations (e.g., Sedex, Ethical Trading Initiative)
  • Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
  • Regulators and government bodies
  • Investors and ESG rating agencies

9What you need before you start

Not a wish list. The things you would be expected to already have.

  • Extensive experience (16+ years) in responsible sourcing, ethical procurement, or sustainability leadership roles within a complex, global organisation.
  • Proven track record of building and leading successful teams, including managing managers and senior individual contributors.
  • Demonstrable experience in setting and executing multi-year strategic programmes for responsible supply chains.
  • Strong understanding of the commercial realities of procurement and the ability to balance ethical imperatives with business objectives.
  • Experience presenting complex issues and recommendations to C-suite executives and Board members.
  • A deep network within the responsible sourcing community (NGOs, industry peers, audit firms) is a significant advantage.

10What to practise next

Where the job is going, and what to do about it starting this week.

AI/ML for Advanced Risk Prediction & Scenario Modelling

AI isn't just for automating tasks; it's for predicting the future. You'll need to understand how machine learning can analyse vast datasets to forecast geopolitical instability, climate-related supply disruptions, or emerging human rights risks, allowing for proactive strategic planning.

Predictive analytics for supply chain resilience · Scenario planning with AI-driven simulations · Ethical AI considerations (bias, transparency) · Integration of external data feeds (news, weather, · AI-powered anomaly detection in supplier data

  • This quarter: Attend a workshop or webinar on AI for supply chain risk management. Understand the capabilities and limitations.
  • Next 6 months: Work with our Data Science team to explore how existing internal data could be used to build a pilot predictive model for a specific risk.
  • Next 12 months: Evaluate external AI platforms for advanced risk prediction and build a business case for investment.
  • Ongoing: Encourage your team to experiment with AI tools for data analysis and reporting.

Quick win: Ask your Lead Strategist to research three different AI-powered supply chain risk platforms and present their findings on potential strategic applications for our business.

Blockchain & Distributed Ledger Technologies (DLT) for Traceability

Transparency is becoming non-negotiable. Blockchain and DLT offer immutable, verifiable records of product journeys, from raw material to consumer. This is critical for proving provenance, combating counterfeiting, and demonstrating ethical sourcing claims.

Distributed ledger technology fundamentals · Smart contracts for automated compliance · Interoperability with existing ERP/SCM systems · Data privacy and security in blockchain networks · Use cases for conflict minerals, organic certifica

  • This quarter: Read up on the basics of blockchain and DLT, focusing on supply chain applications. Understand the pros and cons.
  • Next 6 months: Identify a high-value or high-risk product category where end-to-end traceability is critical. Research existing blockchain solutions in that space.
  • Next 12 months: Lead a feasibility study for a blockchain-based traceability pilot project, working with a key supplier and our IT team.
  • Ongoing: Monitor industry developments and partnerships in this space.

Quick win: Identify one supplier who is already experimenting with blockchain for traceability and initiate a discussion about their experiences and potential collaboration.

11Staying current once you are in

What people here do to keep up
  • Active participation in industry working groups and associations (e.g., ETI, amfori BSCI, Sustainable Apparel Coalition) to stay abreast of best practices and influence industry standards.
  • Regular attendance at key responsible sourcing and sustainability conferences (e.g., Ethical Sourcing Forum, GreenBiz) to network and learn from peers.
  • Engaging in executive education programmes focused on ESG strategy, corporate governance, or global supply chain resilience.
  • Mentoring junior professionals in the responsible sourcing field, which deepens your own understanding and leadership skills.

12The rising capability

The rising capability

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What's rising in its place

This is where the work is heading, and the higher pay with it. Get fluent here and the shift stops being a threat and starts being your edge.

Advanced ESG Reporting & Disclosure Standards (e.g., CSRD, ISSB)

Mandatory reporting is here. Regulations like the EU's Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) are making ESG disclosures as rigorous as financial reporting. Investors and regulators demand consistent, auditable data, which means your team needs to be ready to provide it.

  • Double Materiality assessment (financial and impac
  • Value chain reporting requirements (Scope 3, human
  • Assurance and audit readiness for ESG data
  • Integration of financial and sustainability report
  • Transition plans and scenario analysis

Regenerative Supply Chain Design

Moving beyond 'less bad' to 'net positive.' The focus is shifting from simply reducing negative impacts to actively restoring and regenerating natural systems and communities. This means designing supply chains that enhance biodiversity, improve soil health, and empower local communities.

  • Nature-positive strategies and biodiversity metric
  • Restorative agriculture and agroforestry principle
  • Community-led development and fair trade models
  • Water stewardship and circular water systems
  • Biomimicry in material and process design

13What you’ll use

What you’ll use

Skills this role draws on

Technical

  • Supplier Auditing & Corrective Action Planning (CAP) Oversight
  • Multi-Tier Supply Chain Mapping Programme Design
  • Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) Framework Implementation
  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Strategic Application
  • Materiality Analysis & ESG Reporting Standards
  • Circular Economy Principles Integration

14The pathway

The pathway

How you actually get there, here

How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.

  1. 1

    From Senior Ethical Supply Chain Manager (L5)

    Typically 3-5 years as a Manager.

    Skills to master

    • At the Manager level, you'd have mastered leading a team, managing specific programmes, and engaging with business unit leaders. To step up to Director, you need to demonstrate a broader strategic vision, a deeper understanding of enterprise-level risk, and the ability to influence C-suite decisions.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Successfully led a major, multi-year responsible sourcing programme from inception to full implementation, demonstrating significant impact.
    • Consistently provided strategic advice to senior leadership that influenced key business decisions.
    • Built and developed a high-performing team, with successful promotions from within your direct reports.
    • Represented the company effectively in external forums and handled sensitive reputational issues with grace.
  2. 2

    From Head of Sustainability / ESG (mid-sized organisation)

    Around 4-7 years in a similar head-of role.

    Skills to master

    • You'd bring a strong background in broader ESG strategy and reporting. The key here is to deepen your specific expertise in supply chain intricacies, understanding the operational challenges and nuances of ethical procurement at a global scale within a larger, more complex organisation.

    You're ready to move on when

    • Demonstrated ability to translate high-level ESG strategy into actionable, supply-chain specific programmes.
    • Proven experience managing a significant budget and leading a team within a sustainability function.
    • Successfully navigated regulatory compliance and external stakeholder engagement for a global supply chain.
    • A clear understanding of the difference between a broad sustainability role and a deep, specialised responsible sourcing one.

15Where this role leads

The long view: This role can lead to wider ESG or procurement leadership, such as Chief Sustainability Officer or Chief Procurement Officer.

The ten Future Fluencies

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Director of Responsible Sourcing
  • Supplier Auditing & Corrective Action Planning (CAP) Oversight
  • Multi-Tier Supply Chain Mapping Programme Design
  • Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) Framework Implementation
  • Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Strategic Application
  • Materiality Analysis & ESG Reporting Standards
  • Circular Economy Principles Integration
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Everything else the record holds

The career branches in full, how AI is already showing up in the day-to-day, and the questions people ask about this job. Here when you want them, out of the way while you decide.

Where it leads next, rung by rung

Where it leads

The career path, and where it branches

Director of Responsible Sourcing is a start, not a ceiling. Each step below asks for new skills and hands back more autonomy.

  1. Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO)

    Roughly 3-5 years as Director of Responsible Sourcing.

    This is a significant step up to a C-suite role (L7), owning the entire enterprise-wide ESG strategy.

    • Climate risk management and TCFD reporting across all business units.
    • Circular economy integration at a product portfolio and business model level.
    • Social impact investing and community engagement strategies.
    • Innovation for sustainable products and business models.

  2. Chief Procurement Officer (CPO)

    Roughly 4-6 years as Director of Responsible Sourcing.

    Another C-suite role (L7), leading the entire Procurement function.

    • Advanced negotiation for complex, multi-million-pound contracts.
    • Risk management across all procurement dimensions (financial, operational, geopolitical, ethical).
    • Talent development and succession planning for a large, diverse global procurement team.
    • Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) integration for procurement functions.
Working with AI on the job

Working with AI

Where AI is starting to help

Let's be real, leading a Responsible Sourcing function means navigating mountains of data, complex regulations, and endless reports. What if your team could cut through the noise and focus on what truly matters – driving strategic change? That's where AI comes in.

We're not talking about replacing people; we're talking about giving your team superpowers. Imagine automating the tedious parts of their day, freeing them up to do more impactful, strategic work. Our AI Productivity Hub is designed to do just that, giving you and your team the tools to work smarter, not harder.

Automated Audit Report Analysis

Your team spends countless hours manually extracting findings from hundreds of PDF audit reports. Our AI uses natural language processing (NLP) to instantly pull out key non-conformances, risk scores, and corrective actions, populating a central dashboard. This means less data entry, more analysis, and quicker insights for your team.

Predictive Risk Hotspotting

Instead of reacting to problems, imagine proactively identifying high-risk suppliers before an incident occurs. Our machine learning models analyse thousands of data points – country risk, commodity type, past audit data, news sentiment – to predict future violations. This allows your team to focus their interventions where they'll have the biggest impact, shifting from reactive auditing to proactive risk management.

Regulatory & Reputational Risk Monitoring

Keeping up with ever-changing global regulations (like new forced labour laws) and monitoring for negative media sentiment about your suppliers is a full-time job in itself. AI agents continuously scan global regulatory bodies, news sites, and NGO reports, providing your team with early warnings. This means you're always ahead of the curve, protecting the brand from potential crises.

Smart Communication & Reporting Drafts

Drafting initial Corrective Action Plan requests, follow-up emails to suppliers, or even sections of your Board reports can be time-consuming. AI can generate tailored initial drafts based on audit findings or strategic updates, freeing up your team to review, refine, and focus on the relationship-building and strategic messaging. It's about getting to a high-quality draft much faster.

Common questions

Common questions

How do you become a Director of Responsible Sourcing?

Common routes in include From Senior Ethical Supply Chain Manager (Typically 3-5 years as a Manager.) and From Head of Sustainability / ESG (mid-sized organisation) (Around 4-7 years in a similar head-of role.). Times vary with prior experience.

Where can a Director of Responsible Sourcing progress to?

This role can lead on to Chief Sustainability Officer (CSO) (Roughly 3-5 years as Director of Responsible Sourcing.) and Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) (Roughly 4-6 years as Director of Responsible Sourcing.), depending on the skills you build.

What new skills matter most for a Director of Responsible Sourcing?

Increasingly, Advanced ESG Reporting & Disclosure Standards (e.g., CSRD, ISSB) and Regenerative Supply Chain Design. These are the skills our record of this role lists as growing.

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17Where to go from here

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If you leave this industry

The skills here transfer across industries with similar supply chain questions, such as pharmaceuticals, automotive or electronics. They also apply to broader ESG strategy, corporate governance, or policy work for international organisations.

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