Supplier Quality and Sustainability Manager

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We are now looking for a Supplier Quality and Sustainability Manager. This position will be located in Changshu, China.

Greetings from your future manager

“In this role, you will strengthen supplier management processes and enhance sustainability performance across the value chain, acting as a trusted and indispensable business partner. You will be responsible for the overall management, development, and implementation of the Supplier Quality and Sustainability strategy for UPM Specialty Materials. ”-Tim Huang, Vice President Sourcing, UPM Specialty Papers

What you’ll do

• Drive and develop a robust, long‑term supplier management framework within the Specialty Materials Business Area, including continuous development of sourcing processes
• Act as the key liaison between sourcing & procurement, suppliers, and internal stakeholders on supplier management, sustainability, and quality, ensuring that expectations are consistently met for all purchased products and services
• Be an active member of the global Supplier Quality and Sustainability team, leading and developing the supplier management strategy in Specialty Materials through supplier categorization, segmentation, and risk management
• Deliver effective Supplier Management and Supplier Performance Management in close collaboration with category sourcing, achieving measurable value creation such as innovation, supply chain resilience, sustainability improvements, and cost savings
• Participate in new supplier selection through structured and robust supplier qualification processes
• Define, plan, and execute supplier audits (including EcoVadis, TfS, etc.) to ensure compliance with business requirements; provide relevant data and reporting, and manage supplier corrective actions and deviations through to closure
• Lead supplier performance management through KPIs and structured development plans; analyse performance data to identify improvement opportunities together with category sourcing teams
• Drive continuous improvement in sustainability performance by developing supplier capabilities and leading initiatives such as the –30 by 30 program and Scope 3 decarbonization agenda across the value chain, with a particular focus on building expertise in APAC
• Act as a regional TfS (Together for Sustainability) team member in APAC
• Ensure ethical and sustainable conduct at all times, demonstrating UPM values in all activities

Who you are

• You have bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant discipline
• You have minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supplier management, preferably within the materials or chemicals‑related industry
• You have strong understanding of regional risks, human rights, and the sustainability landscape
• You are highly collaborative, with the ability to influence and engage internal and external stakeholders effectively
• You have strong presentation and communication skills; comfortable presenting to diverse and senior audiences
• You have international experience within a multinational company, combined with solid business acumen
• You have logical and analytical mindset, with the ability to interpret data and drive fact‑based decisions
• You have excellent relationship‑building and strategic partnering capabilities
• You are fluent in both written and spoken English and Chinese

This is what we offer to you

• A meaningful job – We have an inspiring purpose ‘We create a future beyond fossils. Our work is impactful and transformative.
• A caring community – Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
• Development opportunities – We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career.  We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
• Responsible employer - Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas from climate change to biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

Additional information

For support with submitting your application, please contact the HR Service Center at careers@upm.com

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