THE PROCUREMENT INTERVIEW
For global corporations grappling with the challenge of Scope 3 emissions, the path forward often seems fraught with complexity. With the vast majority of carbon footprints residing beyond direct operational control and nestled within sprawling supply chains, the question is not simply about setting ambitious targets. Rather, it is about fundamentally reimagining how procurement functions drive sustainable transformation.
At Mars, where 95 % of the carbon footprint sits outside direct control, Amanda Davies, Chief R & D, Procurement and Sustainability Officer, is pioneering an approach that challenges conventional wisdom. Rather than treating sustainability as a separate initiative competing for resources and attention, Mars has woven environmental impact into the fabric of procurement decision making, demonstrating that decoupling emissions from growth is not just possible – it is profitable.
“ With over 95 % of our carbon footprint sitting outside of our direct control, working with suppliers to tackle Scope 3 emissions is crucial to achieving our net-zero goals”
Amanda Davies, Chief R & D, Procurement and Sustainability Officer, Mars Snacking
Building trust as the foundation for change The prevailing approach to supplier engagement on emissions often relies on mandates, compliance requirements and contractual obligations. Amanda advocates for something more fundamental: strategic intimacy built on trust. This philosophy underpins Mars’ approach to Scope 3 emissions reduction, recognising that sustainable transformation cannot be imposed from above but must emerge from genuine collaboration.
22 November 2025