Overview
Job Title: Sustainable Commodities & ESG Reporting Lead
At The Compleat Food Group we’re not just serving up great food, we’re creating an environment where our people can thrive. As one of the leading chilled prepared food manufacturers in the UK food industry, we believe that our employees are the secret ingredient to our success. We’re passionate about fostering a culture where quality, innovation, collaboration, and personal growth are at the forefront.
Location: Redhill
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:30am – 5pm, Friday: 8:30am – 4pm (3 days in an office and 2 days from home)
Salary: £38,500 per annum
Job Purpose
We’re looking for a Sustainable Commodities & ESG Reporting Lead to drive our responsible sourcing strategy and lead on ESG reporting across the business. You will ensure our key commodities are sourced ethically and sustainably, manage supplier compliance, and deliver transparent ESG reporting to meet regulatory requirements and customer expectations. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact, helping us build a more sustainable future while strengthening our reputation as a responsible food manufacturer.
Principle Accountabilities
* Key role within the ESG team with responsibility for leadership in all internal and external reporting across all ESG metrics
* Lead on the delivery of Ecovadis, CDP (Climate Change & Forests), RSPO, RTRS, 3Keel, RSPO ACOP M2030, and WRAP reporting ensuring on time and accurate information is submitted
* Lead on the delivery of customer, investor and financial ESG reporting requirements
* Lead the delivery of the annual Compleat ESG Report and financial reporting
* Work closely with colleagues, customers, suppliers, partners, to collect ESG data across all value streams to enable consistent and accurate reporting
* Lead our sustainability risk assessment for our value chain working with internal stakeholders e.g procurement external providers like Authenticate, EcoVadis and Sustained to develop a robust set of KPI’s to drive towards genuine Scope 3 reductions
* Work closely with external partners to develop robust water risk filters across our own operations and down our value chain focusing on our key suppliers and highest risks
* Support the collection of accurate and robust data from our own operations on food waste and general waste ensuring best practice guidance is shared both internally and with our key supplier partners
* Provide ESG related data and insight for presentations to engage all stakeholders including our management, executive and group boards
* Work closely with the ESG Director to engagement and develop strong relationships with our customers, investors and banks, including updates and presentations to key stakeholders when required
* This role will be central to the ongoing development of our Food to Feel Good ESG Impact strategy
* Support on internal communication and engagement projects to champion ESG across the Group e.g ESG Video & comms
* Support community engagement through championing internal community groups and strengthening external charity partnerships with sites. Work with internal site teams to create volunteering opportunities with local charity partners
* Oversee the Group’s deforestation-free commodity agenda and policy implementation. Lead engagement with key stakeholders e.g procurement, NGO’s, customers and suppliers. Upskilling internal colleagues to drive awareness of changing commitments and regulatory requirements
* Support site ownership of site-level ESG KPIs by sharing relevant data and supporting with site-level action plans that can drive down carbon and embed ESG initiatives across the business
Food Safety, Quality & Integrity Responsibilities
* Secretariat for the Operational ESG Committee which is a key Governance structure across the group reporting to our executive board
* Project Management for key ESG projects, ensuring a critical path is maintained, key stakeholders are engaged and expected outcomes are delivered
* Engage directly with customers and investors to provide data and insight into Compleat’s ESG progress
Health, Safety & Environment Responsibilities
* Tracking and analysis of ESG data across the Compleat group including Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions along with Social Value metrics
* Provide insight and recommendations for improvement to internal stakeholders to drive down energy, gas and water consumption and to reduce food waste and general waste
* Support of Safety, Health & Environment function (SHE) with ESG targets, limits and KPI’s across the group ensuring consistent internal communication of progress
Key Performance Indicators
* Internal and external reporting achieved on time, in full with accurate and robust data
* Strong relationships with key stakeholders both internally and with our external customers, investors and partner suppliers
* Delivery of key ESG projects
Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required
* Undergraduate degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g Food Science, Sustainability, Energy, Environmental Science/Management/Geography examples)
* Experience in a Corporate Sustainability environment, preferably within a food and manufacturing, or retailer/NGO setting
* Experience of sustainable commodities in food supply chain. Particularly soy, palm oil and cocoa. Working understanding of legislation on these topics including EUDR and UK FRC
* Experience in data management, including data collection, analysis, and reporting
* Proven project management, organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills
* Intermediate to Advanced-level Excel skills, including proficiency in data analysis and some modelling experience
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic and challenging environment
* Ability to communicate complex information, uncertain data and technical details in simple terms to a wide range of stakeholders
* High level of resilience and flexibility to support team requests outside of your direct remit
* Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and standards, such as SBTi, SASB, TCFD, CDP & EcoVadis
* Working knowledge of carbon reporting and generating Scope 1, 2 and 3 inventories
* Ability to travel up to 25% of the week, workload dependent
What’s in it for you?
* Dynamic Environment: You will be working in a fast-paced, future-thinking agile company where your contributions make a real difference
* Culture: Be part of a fantastic team that values diversity, innovation, collaboration and excellence
* 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 2 Employee Volunteering Days per year
* Online and High-street retailer discount scheme
* Employee well-being and community support groups
* Informal and Formal training opportunities with personalised online LMS platform
* Charity Initiatives and Team events
* 24/7 Access to Grocery Aid (Free Financial, Emotional and Practical Support)
* Physical Wellbeing Benefits – Free on demand exercise hub and various gym discounts
* Online Wellbeing benefits
* Free Financial wellbeing – mortgage calculators, budget tools, financial aid tools
The Compleat Food Group fosters an inclusive, respectful culture where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We welcome diverse talent, knowing it drives exceptional results and a better workplace.
We are committed to Fairness, Equity, Inclusivity, and Respect, we ensure all colleagues can thrive by bringing their whole selves to work. As an equal opportunities employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.
Contact us with any questions about Diversity & Inclusion or accessibility during the application process.
Recruitment Agencies:
We have a small, active and trusted Preferred Supplier List to assist us if required. We do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions. We only accept CV submissions for roles released to you directly by our Talent Acquisition team.
If you would be interested in working with us please send a message to recruitment@compleatfood.com and should we have any roles we need additional support with we will reach out to you.
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