Global Responsible Sourcing Junior Manager

Functions

We're visionaries, researching and developing the liquids, packaging and products that shape our industry and much-loved brands. Our founders were incredible entrepreneurs whose brilliant minds helped shape the alcohol industry. Our Research and Development team continue this legacy, reimagining our brands for the world today.

At our state-of-the-art research facilities around the globe, we have a collaboration of innovative minds working together to develop the products and solutions of tomorrow. We welcome your specialist skills and inspiring ideas and will support you to grow and develop in our inclusive culture.

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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