Role Overview
As a senior sustainability specialist, you'll play a critical role in driving our decarbonization efforts, focusing on Scope 3 emissions. Your expertise in sustainability, stakeholder engagement, and project management will enable you to develop and implement effective strategies to reduce our environmental impact. This exciting opportunity allows you to make a tangible difference in shaping our sustainability agenda and contributing to a healthier planet.
About the Position
Our organization is committed to meeting its ambitious sustainability targets, and this role is pivotal in achieving that goal. You'll lead the development and implementation of our Scope 3 strategy, working closely with various stakeholders to drive progress and ensure compliance with regulations. Additionally, you'll contribute to industry forums, engaging with experts to share best practices and advance collaborative action.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the Scope 3 strategy, focusing on data reporting, supplier engagement, and decarbonization initiatives
- Lead supplier engagement to drive forward supplier decarbonization initiatives and target development
- Develop and improve scope 3 climate data and report against internal KPIs and external requirements
- Serve as the climate technical expert, providing guidance on reporting frameworks and compliance requirements
- Represent us in industry forums, engaging with stakeholders to drive forward collaborative action and strengthen engagement
- Project manage the implementation of EUDR and related UK deforestation legislation across our supply chains, ensuring compliance and representation in working groups
- Coordinate internal and external communications to communicate new developments on scope 3 projects
- Collaborate with buying teams on range review processes and ad-hoc projects to ensure products are sourced in line with climate commitments
Requirements
- Exceptional drive and passion for tackling climate change
- Experience working in sustainability within a retail or FMCG context
- Experience in developing sustainability strategies and roadmaps
- Strong understanding of climate change and its impacts in the food system, along with knowledge of legislative and regulatory landscapes on climate change and reporting frameworks
- Excellent communication and engagement skills, with experience developing supplier engagement strategies
- Ability to influence stakeholders and situations to achieve desired outcomes
- Strong analytical skills, with experience manipulating large, complex datasets
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to strict deadlines
Benefits
- Opportunity to shape and drive the sustainability agenda at a leading organization
- Collaborative working style and willingness to learn
- Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid models
About Us
We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and contribute to our mission.