SUSTAINABILITY PROCUREMENT MANAGER

Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers.
As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities.
Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility.
Brightstar has approximately employees.
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Overview At Brightstar Lottery, we're seeking a Sustainability Procurement Manager to lead and enhance our global operations.
This is an outstanding chance to drive balanced procurement strategies, ensuring our practices align with our ambitious ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) goals.
You will be at the helm, partnering with Global Sustainability and cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence and compliance.
This role also involves managing key supplier relationships, implementing strategic sourcing, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Location - Providence, RI, Must live in a commutable distance  Responsibilities Strategic Integration.
Collaborate with category sourcing managers and business leaders to integrate balanced procurement strategies across all spend categories.
ESG Standards & Reporting.
Embed ESG standards into supplier interactions, including Code of Conduct, RFPs, and contracts.
Manage ESG reporting, metrics, and surveys.
Partnership Development.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships with sustainability-focused organizations to improve engagement and community presence.
Sourcing & Supplier Management.
Make crucial decisions on sourcing strategies, contract awards, and supplier management while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
Efficiency & Quality Optimization.
Implement sourcing strategies that ensure efficient, timely procurement without compromising quality or sustainability.
Market Research & Innovation.
Conduct market research to identify trends, new suppliers, and opportunities for innovation in the supply chain.
Working Together Across Teams.
Collaborate with internal collaborators to ensure adherence to procurement policies and successfully manage RFPs/RFQs and contracts.
Qualifications Education Minimum.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
Preferred.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with a focus on sustainability, supply chain, or procurement.
Experience Minimum.
5 years in procurement, including 3 years in a sustainability-related role.
Preferred.
7 years in procurement, including 5 years in sustainability.
Skills & Proficiencies Strong knowledge of ESG regulations, standards, and certifications.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement platforms.
Ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
Critical thinking and problem-solving in complex, cross-functional environments.
Keys to Success • Building collaborative relationships • Decision making • Drive results • Foster innovation • Personal energy • Self-leadership #LI-BK1