Global Responsible Sourcing Junior Manager

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Diageo · Bangalore, India

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About the role

At Diageo, we are committed to promoting and respecting human rights across our operations and value chain. This role sits within our responsible sourcing agenda and supports the delivery of our ambition to build a more inclusive and sustainable supply network. The role will be a part of the Central Procurement Operations Team working closely with the Global Supplier Excellence & Responsible Sourcing Lead. As a Human Rights Risk Assessment Junior Manager , you will play a key role in identifying, assessing, and managing human rights risks across our third-party suppliers. You will work closely with procurement and cross-functional teams to embed robust due diligence processes and drive continuous improvement across our supplier base. About the role: (TE)

Responsibilities

Assess supplier risks using Sedex risk‑assessment insights to identify human‑rights, environmental, and compliance concerns. This could also rely on usage of other tools and resources

Review supplier assessments, audit findings (e.g., SMETA), and third-party intelligence to identify high-risk suppliers

Identify salient human rights risks (e.g., forced labour, child labour, worker welfare) across supplier categories and geographies

Support the implementation of Diageo's responsible sourcing and human rights due diligence framework aligned to UNGPs and OECD guidance

Recommend and track mitigation and remediation actions in collaboration with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Support supplier capability building by guiding them on Sedex processes (where applicable), expectations, and required corrective actions for improvement.

Collaborate with internal teams (procurement, sustainability, legal) and external partners to address risks and drive continuous improvement in the supply chain

Maintain high-quality documentation and contribute to internal governance and reporting requirements

Monitor evolving regulatory and ESG requirements (e.g., Modern Slavery, EU due diligence regulations) and support readiness

Experience & Capabilities

Relevant experience in human rights, responsible sourcing, ESG, or supplier risk management (typically 5-9 years) , Prior Procurement Experience is preferred

Understanding of international human rights frameworks (UNGPs, ILO standards, OECD Due Diligence Guidance)

Experience working with supplier data, audits, or risk assessment methodologies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate insights into action

Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders across procurement and business teams

Comfortable working in a global, matrixed environment

Leadership Capabilities (Diageo Behaviours)

Be externally curious - stays informed on emerging human rights risks, trends, and regulations

Collaborate efficiently - builds strong partnerships across functions and geographies

Experiment and learn - continuously improves risk assessment approaches and tools

Deliver with purpose - ensures responsible sourcing commitments translate into tangible outcomes

Flexible Working Statement:

Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you're supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.

Diversity statement:

Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.

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