Responsible Sourcing Manager (India)

Responsible Sourcing Manager – Global Frozen Business (Aquaculture)

Location: India

Function: Global Shrimp Procurement

Reports to: VP of Global Frozen Procurement & Senior Director of Social Impact – Sustainability

Travel Required: Yes

Language: English (Proficient)

Thai Union Group is seeking a Responsible Sourcing Manager to lead our global frozen procurement efforts and drive impactful change across our shrimp supply chain.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement aquaculture responsible sourcing roadmaps aligned with Thai Union’s sustainability goals.
• Policy & Standards: Adapt Group Sustainability standards for aquaculture, ensuring compliance and performance across global teams.
• Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with Category Managers and Purchasing teams to monitor supplier performance and drive improvement initiatives.
• Sustainability Projects: Lead Aquaculture Improvement Projects (AIPs), supplier development programs, and initiatives focused on GHG reduction, antibiotic use, and certifications.
• Compliance & Certifications: S tay ahead of regulatory changes (e.g., ASC, BAP) and integrate best practices into procurement operations.

Key Goals:

• Achieve 42% GHG reduction by 2030 and net zero by 2050
• Ensure 100% responsible aquaculture practices across shrimp and feed supply
• Promote safe, decent, and equitable work across farms and processing plants

Key Qualifications:

• Deep knowledge of aquaculture sustainability, responsible sourcing, and environmental/social standards
• Expertise in ASC, BAP, and audit schemes (e.g., BSCI, SMETA, SA8000)
• Experience with GHG Protocol, LCA methodologies, and antibiotic management
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills