Senior Sustainable Sourcing Manager (m/f/d) (Parental Leave Cover)

Deine Aufgaben

At KoRo, we’re building a future where sustainable sourcing is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for a strategic leader to take our sustainable sourcing transformation to the next level — embedding high-impact roadmaps and HREDD/EUDR compliance into our procurement operations. This is a 14-month parental leave cover , offering you the chance to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing, dynamic company.

Your Responsibilities:

• Drive the development and rollout of KoRo’s Sustainable Sourcing Roadmap in collaboration with Procurement, Product, and other key stakeholders
• Advance Human Rights & Environmental Due Diligence (HREDD) by refining risk assessment methodologies and scaling sustainable supplier management systems
• Co-lead the integration of EUDR software and related measures across the supplier base to ensure regulatory compliance
• Lead strategic initiatives within Procurement, including defining sustainability targets and fostering long-term partnerships with key suppliers
• Facilitate the transition to direct supply chains for strategic raw materials and product groups to increase transparency and control

Dein Profil

• Deep knowledge of HREDD processes and related international standards (UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, ILO Core Labor Standards, OECD Guidelines)
• Up-to-date expertise on EUDR requirements and compliance implications
• Proven track record of developing and implementing Sustainable Sourcing strategies, preferably in the food and agricultural sector
• Strong strategic project management skills : ability to lead cross-functional transformation projects and manage diverse stakeholders
• Analytical rigor, structured thinking, and an entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on mentality; comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Confidence in cross-functional collaboration; high problem-solving capability and comfort addressing conflicts when needed
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken)

Das erwartet dich bei uns

• Our diverse team is ready to be enriched and inspired by your ideas: help building the future of food retailing in our fast-growing start-up!
• Extensive onboardings which will prepare you for your various and challenging tasks.
• Flexible working hours and home offic e options to ensure a good work-life balance.
• A beautiful and modern office in Berlin Schöneberg, easy to reach by public transport – and we cover the costs of your monthly BVG (public transport Berlin) ticket.
• Find your way (back) to the gym thanks to fitness cooperations with Urban Sports Club or FitX.
• Optimal performance thanks to a modern MacBook .
• Well equipped office kitchen with fresh fruit, delicious KoRo snacks, coffee and tea.
• 20 % discount in our KoRo online store.
• Regular team events and joint activities as well as legendary company parties.