Sustainability Officer

Our Client, a leading international manufacturer of chilled convenience foods for the major retailers, is looking for a Sustainability Officer, based at their site in Derbyshire. Reporting to the Head of Sustainability you will provide analysis and insight to support the on-going development and deployment of the sustainability agenda.

Key Accountabilities for the Sustainability Officer are:

• Reviewing customer sustainability strategies and monitoring external activities
• Completing supplier risk assessment to support the development and monitoring of the responsible sourcing strategy and ethical compliance
• Developing and deploying supplier engagement programmes to deliver the responsible sourcing strategy
• Reviewing current practice and providing guidance to improve the implementation of assured standards for sustainable raw materials
• Preparing communications materials to promote sustainability credentials both internally and externally
• Completing and co-ordinating annual returns and reporting for external certification programmes

Essential skills and experience for the Sustainability Officer include:

• National/professional qualification relevant to the environmental or social pillar of sustainability (or degree calibre with relevant work experience)
• Understanding of food manufacturing processes
• Analytical; able to review data and identify trends
• Demonstrable ability of sharing ideas and building support for change
• Broad understanding of environmental impacts on the food industry

The Company:

• Established over 15 years ago, a leading international manufacturer of convenience foods supplying a wide range of chilled, frozen and ambient foods across the group
• Group-wide customers include major retailers and food service businesses in the UK and US
• Passionate about food with people at the core of their business
• Committed to driving continuous improvement and cost efficiency

If you are passionate about sustainability and are looking for a challenging and interesting role, then this Sustainability Officer role could be the job for you.  The role attracts a competitive salary and is based at our client’s Derbyshire site.

If you are interested in applying for this role please email AS SOON AS POSSIBLE quoting reference number JJ-P4323 with an updated CV, an indication of your current salary and your availability.