Heather Ducharme
About Heather Ducharme
Heather Ducharme serves as the Head of Sustainable Procurement at Avon, bringing over 20 years of experience in sustainability across various sectors. Her previous roles include leadership positions at Natura &Co and The Body Shop, where she focused on sustainable materials and sourcing.
Current Role at Avon
Heather Ducharme serves as the Head of Sustainable Procurement at Avon, a position she has held since 2024. In this role, she focuses on integrating sustainable practices into procurement processes, ensuring that the company's sourcing strategies align with environmental and ethical standards. Her leadership aims to enhance Avon's commitment to sustainability while addressing the complexities of global supply chains.
Previous Experience in Sustainable Procurement
Prior to her current role, Heather Ducharme worked at Natura &Co as the Head of Sustainable Materials Procurement from 2020 to 2022. She also held multiple positions at The Body Shop, including Sustainable Sourcing Manager from 2016 to 2018 and Global Sustainable Sourcing Assurance Manager from 2019 to 2020. Her experience in these roles contributed to her expertise in sustainable sourcing and ethical procurement practices.
Educational Background
Heather Ducharme has a strong academic foundation in sustainability and environmental studies. She studied at McMaster University, earning an Honours Bachelor of Applied Science in Biology and Humanities from 1993 to 1997. She later obtained a Master of Environmental Studies from York University from 1999 to 2002, followed by a Master of Science in Environment and Development from The London School of Economics and Political Science in 2010.
Experience in Non-Profit and Public Sectors
Heather Ducharme has extensive experience in the non-profit and public sectors. She served as an Executive Committee member (Trustee) for the Joint Council for the Welfare of Immigrants from 2020 to 2022. Additionally, she worked with the City of Toronto as a Waste Diversion Program Coordinator from 2006 to 2007 and chaired the 3RS Working Group from 2007 to 2009. She also held a position as a Program Officer at the Canadian Environmental Assessment Agency during the same period.
Expertise in Sustainability
Heather Ducharme possesses over 20 years of experience in sustainability, covering various sectors including public, private, and non-governmental organizations. She is recognized for her breadth of knowledge in ethical and sustainable sourcing topics. Her ability to work across cultures and disciplines allows her to address complex sustainability challenges effectively.