The role As the Sustainability Manager at Inspired Pet Nutrition, you will lead the development and execution of our sustainability strategy, ensuring our operations align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. This role will focus on enhancing our sustainability initiatives across the business, reducing our environmental impact, and reinforcing our commitment to creating a better future for pets, people, and the planet. Responsibilities Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability strategy aligned with the company's mission and values. Lead projects to reduce carbon emissions, minimize waste, and improve energy and water efficiency. Supporting People Development with learning/ awareness initiatives that are happening company-wide - i.e. raising awareness of our modern slavery new policy launches on MyLearning, and any other learning initiatives and campaigns that need support around internal comms. Drive the collection, organisation, and analysis of ESG data to meet global ESG reporting and communication needs. Analyse results and develop action plans to ensure IPN has a best in class ESG program. Evaluate the environmental impact of current and proposed materials, ensuring all materials meet the company's sustainability criteria and help in the ESG initiatives. Develop corporate communications strategies and materials in collaboration with the Corporate Communications team for the communication of ESG initiatives to all internal and external audiences. Drive the collection, organisation, and analysis of ESG data to meet global ESG reporting and communication needs. Analyse results and develop action plans to ensure IPN has a best in class ESG program. Evaluate the environmental impact of current and proposed materials, ensuring all materials meet the company's sustainability criteria and help in the ESG initiatives. Develop corporate communications strategies and materials in collaboration with the Corporate Communications team for the communication of ESG initiatives to all internal and external audiences. Lead initiatives on Greenhouse Gas (GHG) accounting, net-zero strategies, and other key sustainability projects. Ensure adherence to leading ESG reporting frameworks and standards, such as GHG principles and social value metrics. Monitor compliance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and other relevant sustainability guidelines. Taking ownership of the data collection on the various costs and reporting requirements to compliance schemes. Identify any gaps in these across our subsidiaries for WEEE, waste/packaging and plastic management. Check the validity and accuracy of the data submitted. Work with the Master Data team to implement system solutions to automate this workload. Identify any cost savings opportunities for IPN by combining this data and consolidating providers. Help in the creation of data checks and filing systems for modern slavery details from vendors. Work closely with the sales team to complete supplier FAQ's and ensure submission is made in a timely manner. Design and manage dashboards to monitor and report on sustainability metrics, ensuring accurate and timely updates. Produce comprehensive reports on ESG performance, developing actionable insights from data analysis. Frequent communication with the Operation Teams to keep them up to date with all ESG projects and gain clarity on the 'Social' initiatives in ESG. Design and manage dashboards to monitor and report on sustainability metrics, ensuring accurate and timely updates. Produce comprehensive reports on ESG performance, developing actionable insights from data analysis. Frequent communication with the Operation Teams to keep them up to date with all ESG projects and gain clarity on the 'Social' initiatives in ESG. Knowledge, skills and experience Education: Bachelor's degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Business, or related field (Master's preferred). Experience: Experience in a sustainability, ESG, or corporate social responsibility role. Experience in FMCG, food manufacturing, or pet nutrition industries is an advantage. Skills: Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Analytical mindset with experience in sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, CDP, TCFD). The Offer Location: Thirsk, North Yorkshire (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive 10% annual company bonus scheme Hours: 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday Pension: Employee contributions 3% / Employer contribution 8%(salary sacrifice company pension scheme) Holidays: 25 days Bank Holidays Medicash Plan Enhanced maternity/paternity/pawternity Other Benefits: Free parking, tasty treats, bring your dog to work, discounted products & free hot drinks Choice of a series of non-contractual flexible benefits, including cycle to work, workplace nurseries and dental insurance. These are offered through salary sacrifice or pay deductions. Ability to purchase heavily discounted pet food. Company IPN is an innovative, well-established, and award-winning pet food manufacturer, employing over 850 people across our 4 UK manufacturing sites. Our family of brands include Harringtons, Wagg, Barking Heads & Meowing Heads, AATU, Blink, Butchers, Classic Cat and a selection of partner brands that trust us to produce food on their behalf. Our kitchens in Thirsk, Kinmel and Crick produce dry, wet, and baked foods which are enjoyed by dogs and cats all over the world.