Stockholm 
Interim Value Chain Manager
Are you a senior consultant with experience in due diligence, compliance, and responsible value chains in the metals and minerals sector? Would you like to contribute your specialized expertise to an international industrial company where responsible business conduct, business ethics, and regulatory compliance are critical to the business?
The role
On behalf of our client Boliden, we are seeking an experienced Responsible Value Chain Manager for a one-year assignment. This is a strategically important role that plays a central part in ensuring continuity, quality, and regulatory compliance in Boliden’s work with due diligence and responsible business conduct within the global metals and minerals value chain.
This position is part of the sustainability function and reports to the Sustainability Manager. You will be part of a team of specialists with senior-level expertise in the environment, product responsibility, sustainability governance, and related areas. The role also involves significant interaction with senior management, including reporting on business partner evaluations and the progress and results of the program.
About the Assignment
The assignment will begin in October and last for one year. The preferred location is Stockholm. The role involves regular international travel to conduct on-site assessments and meet with current and potential business partners.
You will lead and oversee Boliden’s Responsible Value Chain Program, including due diligence of partners in the global metals and minerals value chain. You will ensure that risk-based and impact-driven due diligence is integrated into business decision-making and that the work complies with internal requirements, industry standards, and an evolving regulatory landscape.
You will serve as a senior advisor to commercial and functional teams, strengthen organizational capabilities, and exercise independent judgment in complex matters related to compliance, ethics, human rights, and relevant areas. The role also involves leading cross-functional delivery, translating requirements into processes, and contributing to clear governance and consistent execution.
Examples of responsibilities:
· Lead and monitor Boliden’s Responsible Value Chain Program and due diligence efforts for business partners in the global metals and minerals value chain.
· Identify, assess, and help mitigate risks related to business partners in the areas of compliance, business ethics, human rights, labor conditions, the environment, and responsible business conduct.
· Conduct and quality-assure risk assessments, partner evaluations, and on-site assessments.
· Ensure compliance with internal requirements, standards, and laws regarding due diligence and responsible sourcing.
· Support, train, and advise raw material sourcing and sales managers.
· Lead cross-functional teams and coordinate activities among the commercial, legal, compliance, and sustainability functions.
· Contribute to clear reporting, documentation, and follow-up on program implementation for decision-making forums and senior management.
Who are we looking for?
· A bachelor's degree in law, business administration, social sciences, compliance, or an equivalent field.
· Solid experience in due diligence, compliance, responsible sourcing, business ethics, or responsible business conduct.
· Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks related to business partners in international value chains.
· A good understanding of value chains in the metals, minerals, or another relevant sector.
· Excellent ability to communicate clearly, build trust, and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
· Strong analytical skills, high integrity, and the ability to make independent judgments on complex matters.
· Demonstrated high quality in delivery, structure, and follow-up.
· Fluent English, both spoken and written.
Meritorious:
· Experience in the mining, metals, raw materials, or process industries.
· Experience with responsible sourcing standards and industry requirements in the mining and metals industry, such as JDDS, LBMA, LPPM, LME Responsible Sourcing Requirements, or Copper Mark.
· Knowledge of the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas, and relevant or upcoming legislation such as the CSDDD and the EU Conflict Minerals Regulation.
· Legal background or another clear compliance profile.
· Spanish or Portuguese language skills.
Application
Does this sound interesting? Please submit your application in the form of a resume.
For more information, please contact Linus Elghorn at linus.elghorn@hrmab.se.
About Boliden
Boliden is an international metals company with a clear ambition to be a responsible player throughout the value chain. The company’s values—Care, Courage, and Responsibility—guide how Boliden works with business partners, fosters internal collaboration, and fulfills its long-term responsibilities. In this role, this means acting with integrity, clarity, and professional judgment in matters that are important to both the business and society.
