CSR Specialist- Sustainable Material Management

Carrefour, a leading global retailer, is seeking a dynamic CSR Specialist to champion sustainable material management within our India operations. As a key member of our team in India, you will play a vital role in ensuring the ethical and environmental integrity of our sustainable sourcing programs, with a primary focus on organic cotton. You will drive operational excellence and build strong relationships with suppliers and implementation partners across India.

Responsibilities:

Project Management & Operational Follow-up:

• Oversee the operational aspects of the organic cotton project in India, including capacity building activities, premium payment checks, third-party testing and other core activities like certifications, contract management and chain of custody.
• Evaluate the performance of third parties, implementation bodies, and suppliers operating in India.
• Manage the grievance mechanism helpline at the ginning/farm level in India.
• Conduct social conditions checks and analysis at the farm level in India.
• Conduct audits for traceability, certification, and transaction related documentation.
• Proactively identify and escalate certification delays that may impact production timelines.
• Recommend suitable factories for nomination in organic, IC2, and other sustainable programs.
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  Ensure timely management of data, records and databases
• Conduct trainings for suppliers and Carrefour teams as needed.

Beyond Operations:

• Maintain knowledge of various sustainable initiatives (BCI, OCA, CmiA, Cotton Campaign, etc.).
• Research and share market intelligence on sustainable material innovations.
• Explore partnership opportunities with farm groups, ginners, and implementation bodies/NGOs globally for organic cotton sourcing.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Sustainability, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Business) or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sustainable sourcing, CSR, or supply chain management within India.

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• Experience with organic cotton or other sustainable agricultural practices is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of certification standards and traceability systems.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• Willingness to travel within India to visit suppliers and program sites.

4C Skills:

• Customer: Exhibits a customer-centric mindset, proactively seeking to understand and address the needs of our customers and communities.
• Change: Embraces change and adapts quickly to evolving sustainability challenges and opportunities.
• Co-operation: Collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders, building strong relationships to achieve shared goals.
• Courage: Demonstrates courage and resilience in advocating for sustainable practices and challenging the status quo.