Job Description
Job Title: Responsible Sourcing Manager - Wood & Paper
Contract: 3-6 months
Pay: TBC- Inside IR35/ Umbrella
Location: Southampton- Hybrid working- Fulltime working hours
Function: Commercial (Sustainability)
Reports to: Senior Sustainability Manager
Client: UK wide, well-known DIY and home improvement brand!
Start: ASAP
Role Purpose
Leading the responsible sourcing strategy for wood and paper across owned (1P) and marketplace (3P) ranges. Provide technical expertise on regulatory compliance, drive sustainability initiatives to protect forests and biodiversity, and collaborate internally and externally to improve supply chain standards.
Key Responsibilities
Key Skills & Experience
Other Requirements
If this sounds like you apply now or send your CV to Jcarr@outsource-uk.co.uk
Contract: 3-6 months
Pay: TBC- Inside IR35/ Umbrella
Location: Southampton- Hybrid working- Fulltime working hours
Function: Commercial (Sustainability)
Reports to: Senior Sustainability Manager
Client: UK wide, well-known DIY and home improvement brand!
Start: ASAP
Role Purpose
Leading the responsible sourcing strategy for wood and paper across owned (1P) and marketplace (3P) ranges. Provide technical expertise on regulatory compliance, drive sustainability initiatives to protect forests and biodiversity, and collaborate internally and externally to improve supply chain standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead delivery of wood & paper sustainability strategy, ensuring compliance with regulations (UKTR, EUTR, EUDR) and internal policies
- Manage and improve processes, systems, and tools supporting responsible sourcing
- Oversee FSC and PEFC Chain of Custody certification requirements
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks; escalate issues where needed
- Partner with Commercial, Marketplace, and Group teams to deliver sustainability targets
- Manage internal and external audits and ensure compliance readiness
- Develop and deliver training to embed responsible sourcing practices
- Monitor marketplace growth and align with sustainability standards
- Engage with external stakeholders, industry bodies, and charities
- Lead projects to implement new regulatory and policy requirements
- Line manage and develop team members
Key Skills & Experience
- Experience in sustainability, compliance, or regulatory roles (3+ years)
- Strong knowledge of timber regulations (UKTR, EUTR, FLEGT)
- Experience with FSC/PEFC certification and Chain of Custody audits
- Background in retail or complex supply chains (wood/paper preferred)
- Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Proactive, structured, and solutions-focused approach
Other Requirements
- Willingness to travel occasionally (including overnight)
- Full driving licence preferred
If this sounds like you apply now or send your CV to Jcarr@outsource-uk.co.uk
