Agricultural Sustainability Manager
We are seeking a Agricultural Sustainability Manager to lead and support the development and delivery of sustainable agriculture initiatives across Stonegate's integrated and non-integrated supply chains. Acting as a key technical partner to internal teams and external stakeholders, this role will drive forward our sustainability goals, enhance ESG reporting, and contribute to innovation through data-led models and R&D projects.
Job Responsibilities
* Act as a key partner to the agriculture business unit and customer teams, supporting sustainability across supply chains.
* Drive progress on sustainable agriculture initiatives.
* Serve as the primary customer contact for sustainable agriculture matters.
* Provide technical updates to internal and external stakeholders.
* Contribute to business development, customer meetings, and proposal writing.
* Collaborate with the sustainability team to develop data‑led sustainability models and metrics.
* Support ESG reporting requirements in partnership with agriculture and production teams.
* Assist with agriculture R&D projects.
* Promote awareness of the total sustainability strategy across agri operations, customers, and supply chain partners.
* Represent Stonegate at industry events such as panel discussions, and engage with research partners, sustainability consultants, NGOs, customers, and farmers.
Desired Attributes
* Is passionate about sustainability and environmental impact.
* Thinks strategically and can align initiatives with business goals.
* Has strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Thrives in a fast‑paced, evolving environment.
* Works collaboratively and values diverse perspectives.
* Is proactive, solutions‑focused, and resilient.
* Communicates with integrity and professionalism.
* Can confidently represent Stonegate at industry events and with external partners.
* Degree in sustainability or agricultural disciplines.
* Demonstrable relevant experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
* Strong understanding of sustainability challenges in agriculture, including GHG emissions and mitigation, carbon stock and land use, nutrient management, biodiversity impacts.
* Collaborative problem‑solving skills.
* Excellent verbal and written communication.
* Ability to communicate technical concepts to varied audiences.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
* Ability to work independently and within a team.
* Understanding of environmental models and data analytics.
About Stonegate Farmers Ltd
Stonegate Farmers Ltd is an integrated free range and organic egg business organised across three divisions comprising farming and agriculture, egg packing and cooked egg processing. Established in 1926 and under new ownership since 2016, we have grown into one of the largest free‑range and organic egg producers within the UK. We work closely with our producers to collect, grade and package each individual egg. We deliver daily from hen houses right across the country to the most exclusive restaurants and to many of the UK's leading supermarkets, together with first‑class egg products to some of the biggest names in food manufacturing.
Employee Experience
At Stonegate, we believe that our success is built upon the dedication and passion of our team. We are committed to investing in our employees by offering continuous training and development opportunities. As part of our team, you'll enjoy a competitive salary, workplace pension scheme, and additional benefits such as a cycle‑to‑work scheme, on‑site parking, free eggs, and subsidised transport from select locations.
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