Sustainable Sourcing Manager – Packaging

Join our Sourcing, Quality and Regulatory Improvement team and play a key role in bringing Rituals’ iconic products to life. From our legendary shower foams to luxurious skincare, and from home fragrance sticks to scented candles!At Rituals, we don’t just create luxurious products, we shape a more sustainable future through conscious innovation and responsible sourcing. As part of our mission to lead in well-being with purpose, we are looking for a visionary and impact-driven Sustainable Sourcing Manager to lead the charge in sustainable packaging sourcing.You will sit at the intersection of R&D and Sourcing, translating our bold ambitious CO₂ reduction targets into actionable supplier strategies, guiding us toward smarter materials, cleaner production methods, and stronger supplier partnerships.As our Sustainable Sourcing Manager you play a strategic role in turning sustainability goals into sourcing realities. You will drive the integration of carbon-conscious materials and processes into our product development lifecycle, ensuring our supply chain is not only future-proof but future-positive.You will:Lead the development and execution of the sustainability sourcing roadmap for packaging.Act as the primary sustainability interface between R&D and Sourcing.Champion the transition to low-impact, circular, and regenerative sourcing models.Build strong partnerships with suppliers to unlock sustainable innovation at scale.Perform CO₂ emissions analysis on packaging and formulation sources and lead reduction strategies.Assess supplier production and energy practices, encouraging shifts to renewable energy and low-carbon operations.Translate complex environmental data into clear, compelling business cases and partner with finance to support decision-making.Drive scenario planning and materials modelling for future-ready sourcing decisions.Ensure compliance with evolving sustainability standards and embed best practices in everyday sourcing.