Principal Sustainable Procurement

Fortescue is now consistently producing over 180 million tonnes of iron ore per year and has an exciting future ahead as it diversifies its business to become an integrated, global green energy and resources company.<\/strong><\/p>

Work Location: <\/strong>Fortescue Centre. Fortescue\u2019s Perth office is located on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk people.<\/p>

Roster: Monday-Friday<\/strong><\/p>

Principal Sustainable Procurement<\/strong><\/p>

Reporting to the Manager Procurement Systems & Analytics, the Principal Sustainable Procurement will play a key role in ensuring Fortescue\u2019s ambitious sustainability targets are met. These include the commitment to respect the human rights of all people with a focus on the eradication of modern slavery; decarbonisation of the supply chain to help achieve net zero Scope 3 emissions by 2040; optimising supply chain waste management; and supporting local business growth and development.<\/p>

Fortescue is committed to sustainability in all aspects of its operations. We procure a wide range of products and services and recognise that our responsibilities extend beyond direct supplier relationships and down through our entire supply chain. <\/p>

Key responsibilities include:<\/strong><\/p>

• Identify, assess and manage sustainability risks relating to Procurement & Logistics<\/li>
• Develop, review, and improve policies, procedures and processes required to support the effective implementation of sustainable procurement objectives<\/li>
• Engage and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on human rights and other sustainability matters<\/li>
• Regular assessment of third-party sustainable procurement related systems for fitness-for-purpose and effective integration into Procurement and Logistics activities<\/li>
• Support training and sharing of information with Procurement and Logistics team members to increase awareness and understanding of sustainable procurement considerations<\/li>
• Support the implementation of commitments made under Fortescue\u2019s annual Modern Slavery Statement and Sustainability Strategy <\/li>
• Act as subject matter expert for internal and external human rights impacts relating to Fortescue\u2019s supply chain<\/li><\/ul>

  To be successful for this role, you will have the following:<\/strong><\/p>

  • Bachelor\u2019s degree or higher in a related discipline<\/li>
  • 5-10 years\u2019 experience in procurement activities, in particular contracts sourcing and management, with exposure to sustainable procurement and the management of modern slavery risks<\/li>
  • Strong understanding of data analysis and ability to integrate findings into sustainable supply chain management<\/li>
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills<\/li><\/ul>

    Fortescue is a values-based business and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce that is reflective of society and fostering a workplace culture that truly embraces diversity and inclusiveness.<\/strong><\/p>

    We encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, those who identify as LGBTQIA+ and people with a diversity of skills, ethnicity, experience and age to apply for this position.<\/strong><\/p>

    www.fmgl.com.au\/jobs-at-fortescue<\/strong><\/a><\/p>

    Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified.<\/em><\/p>"