AD, Head of Supply Chain Engagement

Requisition ID
37161

Office Country
United Kingdom

Office City
London

Division
Environment & Sustainability

Full-Time/Part-Time​
Full Time

Contract Type
Regular

Contract Length

Posting End Date
25/10/2026

Purpose of Job

The Associate Director, Head of Supply Chain leads the Bank’s approach to identifying, assessing and managing material environmental, social, operational and reputational risks across project supply chains. The role ensures effective supply-chain due diligence, risk mitigation and engagement across relevant project pipelines and portfolios, supporting consistent application of the Bank’s Environmental and Social Policy and Requirements. The role works closely with ESD leadership, Banking teams, OCCO, OGC and other relevant functions, and engages externally with clients, suppliers, MDBs, shareholders and industry bodies. Undertakes coordination and delivery of the Bank’s engagement, communications and commitments on supply chains

Background

ESD works closely and interacts daily with the banking teams and other departments as relevant to drive the shared agenda of sound environment and sustainable development.

ESD is a team of specialists responsible for the environmental and social appraisal, assessment and monitoring of Bank's portfolio of projects and activities in various sectors. ESD is responsible for, and the custodians of, the Environmental and Social Policy (ESP). Main interaction is with the Banking teams during project development and implementation, where an active participation is expected from ESD in assessing gaps against applicable policy provisions, identify and develop solutions and opportunities, and thereby ensure compliance as well as increased environmental and social transition impact, delivering sound environment and sustainable development.

The Head of Supply Chain is significantly responsible for delivering the Bank’s supply-chain due diligence, risk mitigation and engagement priorities across relevant project pipelines and portfolios, particularly in sectors with material environmental, social, operational and reputational risks. The role works closely with ESD leadership, Heads of Sector and Directors, Banking teams, OCCO, OGC and the cross-Bank supply-chain working group to align technical, legal, integrity and commercial perspectives, support consistent application of the ESP and ESRs, and coordinate responses to complex supply-chain issues. Externally, the role engages with clients, suppliers, consultants, MDBs, shareholders and industry bodies to inform project decisions, develop common approaches and promote wider industry improvements. These relationships require the role to influence senior stakeholders, build consensus across differing priorities and ensure that emerging risks and good practice are reflected in the Bank’s frameworks, contractual safeguards, monitoring arrangements and stakeholder communications

Facts / Scale

- Works under the general direction of the Managing Director, ESD

- Manages a team of up to 4 staff members,

- Leads and ensures coordination of activities relating to the Bank’s supply chain work, across ESD and in close coordination with OCCO, OGC and relevant Banking sector teams.

- Interacts with the Board and external stakeholders on highly visible and topical supply chain due diligence and project-level risk mitigation

- No budget accountability

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Under the limited direction of the MD ESD:

- Leads the development, implementation and ongoing management of the Bank’s operational approach, frameworks and tools for supply-chain due diligence and risk mitigation, ensuring consistent application of the ESP and ESRs across relevant projects.

- Maintains the Bank’s supply-chain knowledge base and advises on supplier profiles, due diligence findings, regulatory developments, industry practice and project decisions; engages Banking senior management to incorporate technical expertise, client feedback and sector intelligence into the Bank’s approach.

- Leads the mainstreaming of supply-chain risk screening, management systems, supplier due diligence, bills of materials, traceability, contractual safeguards, monitoring requirements and corrective action plans, and advises on complex project-level risks relating to labour, human rights, occupational health and safety and other material environmental and social issues.

- Partners with internal specialists to develop and implement legal riders, contractual safeguards and escalation processes, particularly where integrity or reputational risks arise.

- Translates strategic supply-chain goals into delivery plans, sets priorities and allocates work across the team, and leads the cross-Bank supply-chain working group to align ESD, Banking, OCCO, OGC and other relevant functions around a shared agenda.

- Collaborates with MDBs to develop common approaches to identifying, mitigating and managing supply-chain risks, including representing the Bank in joint MDB working groups.

- Provides specialist input into Bank-wide strategies, policies, papers, contractual terms, sustainability reporting and other initiatives, and contributes recommendations to future ESD plans, frameworks and activities based on delivery opportunities and challenges.

- Represents the Bank on supply-chain matters in internal governance discussions, including with Board members, and externally with clients, lenders, suppliers, shareholders, industry bodies and other stakeholders.

- Leads internal and external capacity-building initiatives, coaches and mentors staff, and drives continuous improvement in supply-chain processes, data collection, management and automation.

- Recruits, leads, motivates and develops the team, with accountability for performance management, professional development, effective deployment of staff and adherence to the Bank’s Behavioural Competencies, Corporate Behaviours and standards of integrity and ethical conduct.

- Undertakes work travel independently or as the lead for ESD and consultant teams

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

- Demonstrated people leadership, coaching and delegation skills, preferably gained in a multicultural and geographically dispersed organisation, with a track record of collaboration, conflict management and resolving complex people and technical issues.

- Proven experience appraising and managing complex supply-chain risks, including forced and child labour, occupational health and safety, biodiversity, traceability, supply-chain management systems and corrective action planning.

- Strong knowledge of international supply-chain due diligence standards and good practice, relevant national and regional requirements in major markets, and environmental, social and climate standards, including EBRD Environmental and Social Requirements, IFC Performance Standards and Equator Principles.

- Strong sector or environmental and social thematic expertise, with in-depth knowledge of applying policies and safeguards to complex and high-risk projects.

- Track record of leading complex projects and multidisciplinary teams, applying solution-oriented and risk-based approaches, managing competing priorities and delivering through others.

- Proven ability to communicate complex and sensitive policy and technical matters to senior internal and external stakeholders, including Boards and governing committees, and to influence, build consensus and secure tangible outcomes in challenging multi-stakeholder environments.

- Knowledge and experience of financing instruments, approaches and processes, together with IFI or comparable policies, procedures and policy development.

- Demonstrated ability to operate with integrity, discretion and sound judgement.

- Degree in environmental or social sciences, economics, engineering or a related field, or comparable professional experience

What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.

The EBRD environment provides you with:

- Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.

- A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.

- A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.

- An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.

- A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).