Implement Sustainable Practices for Stronger Supply Chains
Sustainable supply chains are carbon conscious, transparent & ethical and circular.
Sustainable Supply Chain & Procurement Solutions by Trace Consultants
As businesses face increasing pressure from regulators, investors, customers, and employees to improve their sustainability performance, supply chain and procurement functions play a critical role in reducing environmental impact, ensuring ethical sourcing, and enhancing long-term resilience.
At Trace Consultants, we help Australian and New Zealand organisations embed sustainability into their supply chain and procurement strategies—driving cost efficiencies, regulatory compliance, and long-term value creation.
Why Sustainability in Supply Chain & Procurement Matters
1. Regulatory & Compliance Pressure
Governments and regulators are tightening sustainability requirements. Scope 3 emissions reporting, modern slavery laws, circular economy policies, and ESG disclosure obligations require organisations to have a clear strategy for sustainable supply chain management.
2. Consumer & Investor Expectations
Consumers are increasingly choosing brands that prioritise sustainability, while investors are directing capital towards companies with strong ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) credentials. Organisations that fail to act risk losing market share and investment opportunities.
3. Cost Reduction & Resilience
Sustainable procurement and supply chain strategies reduce waste, optimise energy consumption, and improve supply chain resilience—resulting in lower costs, reduced risks, and long-term financial benefits.
A sustainable supply chain isn’t just good for your bottom line, it’s good for our world…
Our Sustainable Supply Chain & Procurement Service Offerings
1. Scope 3 Emissions Reduction Strategy
With new Scope 3 emissions reporting obligations in Australia, organisations need to measure, manage, and reduce emissions across their supply chains. We help businesses:
✅ Assess Scope 3 emissions across suppliers, logistics, and procurement categories
✅ Develop decarbonisation roadmaps aligned with Net Zero commitments
✅ Optimise transport, warehousing, and procurement strategies to reduce emissions
✅ Implement supplier collaboration programs to drive sustainability initiatives
2. Sustainable Procurement & Ethical Sourcing
Sourcing materials and services sustainably and ethically is no longer optional. We help organisations:
✅ Implement responsible sourcing strategies
✅ Integrate sustainability criteria into procurement policies
✅ Assess supplier ESG performance and risk factors
✅ Develop Modern Slavery compliance frameworks
3. Circular Economy & Waste Reduction
We help organisations shift from linear supply chains (take-make-dispose) to circular models (reuse-recycle-regenerate), reducing waste, emissions, and costs.
✅ Develop circular supply chain strategies to minimise waste
✅ Implement closed-loop logistics and reverse supply chain models
✅ Optimise packaging and sustainable materials sourcing
✅ Reduce excess inventory and improve demand planning to cut waste
4. Green Logistics & Sustainable Transport
Freight and logistics are major contributors to Scope 3 emissions. We help businesses implement low-carbon logistics solutions to drive efficiency and sustainability.
✅ Optimise warehouse and transport networks to reduce emissions
✅ Evaluate alternative fuels, electric fleets, and carbon offsets
✅ Develop green last-mile delivery models
✅ Implement transport emissions tracking and benchmarking
5. Sustainable Warehouse & Facility Design
Sustainable supply chains require energy-efficient, low-carbon warehouses and facilities. We help businesses:
✅ Design sustainable warehouses with solar, LED lighting, and smart HVAC systems
✅ Implement warehouse automation to reduce energy consumption
✅ Optimise space utilisation to minimise footprint and improve efficiency
6. ESG Performance Benchmarking & Reporting
Organisations need robust ESG reporting to comply with investor, regulatory, and customer expectations. We help businesses:
✅ Develop ESG supply chain benchmarks and performance KPIs
✅ Implement sustainability tracking systems
✅ Align ESG reporting with GRI, TCFD, and ISSB standards
✅ Build supplier ESG data collection and monitoring frameworks
Why Work with Trace Consultants?
Deep Supply Chain & Procurement Expertise
Unlike generalist sustainability consultants, Trace Consultants combines deep supply chain and procurement expertise with sustainability best practices, ensuring strategies are commercially viable and operationally effective.
Data-Driven & Practical Solutions
We use advanced analytics, AI-driven modelling, and proven industry frameworks to create measurable, impactful sustainability programs.
Industry-Specific Experience
We have delivered sustainable supply chain transformations for clients across retail, FMCG, manufacturing, healthcare, government, and logistics, ensuring solutions are tailored to industry challenges.
Let’s Build a Sustainable, Resilient Supply Chain
Sustainability is no longer just about compliance—it’s a business imperative that drives cost savings, resilience, and long-term value creation. Whether you’re looking to reduce Scope 3 emissions, implement sustainable procurement practices, optimise transport efficiency, or redesign your supply chain for a circular economy, Trace Consultants has the expertise to help you achieve your goals.
Want to work with us? Enquire today!
Our expert team is ready to guide you through the challenges that often come with creating and managing effective supply and service chains. We pride ourselves on being Australia’s benchmark boutique advisory firm, able to assist your organisation in improving customer experience, warehousing and distribution processes, workforce planning, overall operational planning and creating a resilient organisation that can stand the challenges of today’s global markets. Contact us to begin working on your business's supply chain strategy today.