Responsible Sourcing Manager

Johnson Controls, Inc.
paid holidays, sick time, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Sep 09, 2025
Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people, places, and the planet. Join a winning team that enables you to build your best future! Our teams are uniquely positioned to support a multitude of industries across the globe. You will have the opportunity to develop yourself through meaningful work projects and learning opportunities. We strive to provide our employees with an experience focused on supporting their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Become a member of the Johnson Controls family and thrive in an empowering company culture where every voice and idea is valued - your next great opportunity is just a few clicks away! What we offer: Competitive salary and bonus Paid vacation 15 days to start with additional paid holidays and sick time Comprehensive benefits package including 401K, medical, dental, and vision care - available day one On-the-job/cross-training opportunities Encouraging and collaborative team environment Dedication to safety through our Zero Harm policy What you will do Johnson Controls' Responsible Sourcing & Sustainability team leads key initiatives that influence our suppliers, customers, and external stakeholders. The team addresses a broad range of issues, including supplier transparency and regulatory compliance. We are seeking a Program Manager to support strategic projects that directly impact sales enablement, regulatory compliance, and supplier development. This role will collaborate with a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders, including Sales, Procurement, Supplier Development, Information Technology (IT), Legal, Compliance, Enterprise Sustainability, suppliers, and customers. The ideal candidate will possess strong program and project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to influence across functions without direct authority. How you will do it Program Manage the supplier transparency initiative known as EcoVadis; track program key performance indicators & facilitate monthly operations review meetings. Manage EcoVadis on-boarding activities; participate in the identification of suppliers to include in program and develop action plans for on-boarding them. When required, ensure adherence to established procedures for leadership escalation meetings. Manage EcoVadis corrective action activities; identify & prioritize supplier risk and develop action plans to review, confirm and mitigate known risk. Manage the economic inclusion program for the direct material & technology suppliers; identify spend opportunities & engage in supplier recruitment & advocacy. Work with Procurement to ensure that suppliers are included in key projects while ensuring a fair and competitive process for business awards. Assemble reports as required to support the business; support internal & external customer requests to generate evidence of compliance to contractual obligations. Participate in and present to the Steering Committee meetings to learn about the global regulations impacting the business and help advise the business to ensure compliance. Engage with non-governmental groups at a local and national level to identify and develop suppliers; the team may hold board & committee positions and attend conferences. Prepare and lead presentations to internal and external stakeholders; verbal and written presentation skills will be applied to help achieve business objectives such as sales attainment or regulatory compliance, for example. Respond to customer surveys and help provide organization with information and materials required to comply with regulations or assist in responding to non-governmental ratings agencies. Participate and contribute to strategic planning to help identify issues, risks and opportunities impacting the business; help with annual goal setting and various thought leadership activities. What we look for Required 100% Customer Focused towards internal and external customers, focused on driving value and solutions that further the companies goals and objectives. Highly accountable for achieving the goals and objectives set forth for this position. Strong influential skills that leverage genuine engagement with cross functional and cross business teams to implement global strategies and solutions Capable of working in a matrix environment; leading without direct authority A fast learner, hands-on, attention-to-detail, committed to proactive continuous improvement and excellent customer service. Problem solving - identifying and developing solutions based on existing processes or systems. Ability to work under limited, general supervision and exercise independent judgment. Excellent communications, planning and organization skills, and fosters good working relationships with peers and colleagues. Proficient with MS Office, Project and SharePoint. Required, Capabilities, Experience and Degree Requirements Bachelor's Degree (preferable with business focus) Previous Program or Project Management experience Able to travel globally (approximately 25% Travel) Strong communication skills - written and oral Ability to work with minimal supervision Preferred: MBA Previous experience in supplier diversity, procurement and category management PMP Certification is optional #LI-remote