Job TitleSupplier Sustainability Engineer

Job Description

Do you want to work in an international environment and contribute to making the world a better place by developing the sustainability performance of our world class suppliers in China? Axis Communications, a subsidiary to Canon, is a Swedish company and we are currently looking for an experienced Supplier Sustainability Engineer to be based at our sourcing office in Shenzhen, China.

About Axis Communications

Axis is the global industry leader in network video and offers products and services for video surveillance and analytics, access control, intercom and audio systems. We are an international company characterized by innovation, technology and growth. We are also a value-driven company with a clear ethical compass and with an ambition to lead the way in our industry regarding sustainability. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Axis has more than 5000 dedicated employees in over 50 countries and collaborates with partners worldwide to deliver customer solutions.

For more information about Axis, please visit our website www.axis.com.

Who is your future team?

You will be part of the global Environment & Supply Chain Sustainability team. We drive the environmental strategy for the entire company and the full sustainability agenda linked to our supply chain. In the Sourcing office in Shenzhen, where you will be based, we currently have five people focusing on sustainability, quality or commercial matters. This is the second dedicated sustainability role in our Shenzhen office and hence you will have the opportunity to contribute to shaping it. You will also work closely with the rest of the Environment & Supply Chain Sustainability team at the headquarter in Lund, Sweden, as well as with the Global Sourcing organization.

What will you do here as Supplier Sustainability Engineer?

As Supplier Sustainability Engineer at Axis, you will play an important role in our efforts to be the industry leader in sustainability. You will work both locally and internationally and have many opportunities travelling abroad. Your main responsibilities include:

Ensure our supplier base in China and adjacent countries fulfill Axis’ Supplier Code of Conduct (which is based on the guidelines set by the Responsible Business Alliance).Audit our suppliers from sustainability perspective and follow up root cause analyses and corrective actions.Monitor, develop and educate our suppliers in sustainability matters and Axis’ requirements.Work together with our commodity teams on risk management and creating supplier strategies.Drive change activities related to the area of responsibility to ensure that Axis remains at the forefront.Develop/improve our sustainability management system.

On average you will visit suppliers 2-3 days per week.

Who are we looking for?

As a person you have:

A university degree in environmental/sustainability management, environmental law, human rights law or similar.Formal training in ISO14001 and ISO45001, and preferably also in SA8000. Experience in ISO14001 and ISO45001 implementation would be a plus.5+ years’ experience in a supplier sustainability engineer role or similar in an international company doing supplier audits of environmental management, occupational health and safety, human rights and labour rights.Experience from working with any of the following frameworks, RBA, Sedex, SMETA.Ability to lead, train and mentor suppliers on a personal level.Strong self-motivation and you set and achieve tough personal goals.Excellent cooperation skills and you contribute to a positive and open working climate across organizational borders and with suppliers.Excellent communication skills and you are fluent in English and Mandarin, both speaking and writing.An analytical mindset and you easily switch between attention to detail and strategic thinking.

Who are we looking for/Who are you? 

In exchange for your commitment, we can offer you a job in a fantastic, friendly and skilled team. You will work in an innovative and global organization that prides itself on delivering high-quality, world-class products, services and solutions to our customers. Working with us gives you an excellent opportunity to develop in an international organization that promotes professional and individual growth. You will have a role where your contribution is of great importance to the company's success. On top of that, Axis offers comprehensive employee benefits such as:

Competitive salary packageGood work-life balance with a generous vacation planFlexible working hoursCompensate for sick leaveMeal and transportation allowanceWellness allowanceSupplementary health insuranceVarious employer-offered training programs

What Axis has to offer  
By joining Axis, you will embark on an exciting journey of personal and professional growth. We will offer you a great introduction to Axis with training. Our team will support you but also listen to your experiences and give you freedom to explore and realize your ideas. We are a fast-growing company that can offer you great career opportunities and a competitive package of benefits. 

In exchange for your dedication, Axis offers you a job in an open, friendly, and professional environment. We work in an innovative and global organization that takes great pride in delivering world-class, high-quality products, services, and solutions to our customers. Working with us gives you an excellent opportunity to develop in an organization promoting professional and individual growth. You will have a role where your operational effort really will be of great impact to the overall success of Axis. 

We want you to enjoy working with us, which is why we offer benefits such as flexible working hours, Friday cake, company bonus, wellness allowance, health insurance and your very own Axis bicycle - to name a few. 

We also provide a brand new training facility free for every Axis employee. You can see it here Axis HQ 

We believe in sustainability, equality and inclusion. Read more here 

Axis is an organization that values creativity and promotes teamwork and openness. With us you will grow both personally and professionally. You will be part of a team of great colleagues that enjoy going to work in the morning. Welcome! 

Curious to discover more?    
We have a host of places where you can learn more about Axis, our products, solutions, company culture, and what working at Axis is really like. 

Check out: 

Life at Axis blog 

Engineering at Axis blog 

Innovation at Axis 

At Axis, we truly value work-life balance, and during the summer months, many of us take the opportunity to enjoy a well-deserved vacation. This might mean that our response times are a bit slower than usual — but rest assured, we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. 

In the meantime, we hope you’re also enjoying the season. Have a fantastic summer! 

Are you ready to take the next step?

Axis is a company that recognizes the benefits of workforce diversity. We know that diversity in groups creates a better work environment and promotes creativity, something that is fundamental to our success.

We are utilizing a recruitment agency for this recruitment process.

Type of EmploymentPermanent Employment

Posting End Date2025-10-21

Certain roles at Axis require background checks, which means applicable verifications will be done in these recruitments. Notice will be provided before we take any action.

About Axis Communications

We enable a smarter, safer world by creating innovative solutions for improving security and business performance. As a network technology company and industry leader, we offer solutions in video surveillance, access control, intercom, and audio systems, enhanced by intelligent analytics applications.

With around 5000 committed employees in over 50 countries, we collaborate with partners worldwide. Together, we thrive in our friendly, open, and collaborative culture and inspire each other to think beyond the expected. United by our commitment to inclusion, diversity, and sustainability, we consistently seek to develop our skills and way of working.

Let´s create a smarter, safer world

For more information about Axis, please visit our website www.axis.com.

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