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Sustainability Manager
Job Posted: 12 days ago
Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Colchester, Essex
Expire in: 15 days
Job Description
Job Opportunity: Sustainability Manager – Fresh Produce
Are you passionate about sustainability and ready to make a real impact in the fresh produce industry? Join a leading supplier of high-quality fresh produce serving top retailers, wholesalers, restaurants, and food manufacturers across the UK. Our client is on a mission to reduce their environmental footprint and drive sustainable change across their operations and supply chain.
We’re looking for a Sustainability Manager who is eager to lead and champion sustainability initiatives, working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to embed best practices and create measurable results.
🌱 Key Responsibilities
Sustainability Strategy & Reporting
* Develop and lead the company’s sustainability strategy aligned with business goals and market trends.
* Track and report on sustainability metrics (e.g., carbon, water, waste) and ensure compliance with reporting requirements (e.g., ESOS, SECR).
* Prepare reports for stakeholders, including regulatory bodies and retail customers.
* Lead efforts toward B-Corp certification and oversee annual sustainability reporting.
* Manage the development of Science Based Targets.
Supply Chain Sustainability
* Partner with growers to implement sustainable farming practices and ensure compliance with certifications (e.g., GlobalGAP, LEAF Marque, Red Tractor).
* Coordinate collection and analysis of carbon and environmental data from supply chain partners.
* Improve environmental performance across packaging, transport, and energy use.
Waste Reduction & Resource Efficiency
* Identify and implement opportunities to reduce waste and improve energy and water efficiency.
* Lead initiatives to minimize plastic use and increase recycling rates, reporting savings and progress.
Stakeholder Engagement & Internal Culture
* Engage with customers and retailers to communicate sustainability achievements.
* Educate internal teams to foster a culture of environmental responsibility.
* Stay current with sustainability trends and regulations to anticipate industry changes.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
* Explore and implement innovative technologies and practices to enhance environmental performance.
For a confidential chat about this opportunity, please give Ian Reed at Redfox a call or get your application in via. this website without delay quoting ref: 5932IRBefore You Apply
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