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Environmental Sustainability Manager

Maidstone
money-bag £32000 - £36000/annum
Posted Yesterday

Shape Sustainability at a Leading Fresh Produce Group

An exciting opportunity for an Environmental Sustainability Manager to drive meaningful environmental progress across a high-performing, fast-paced supply chain.

Role Overview

This is a UK-based role focused on supporting group-wide sustainability initiatives, working across internal teams and external partners to drive measurable environmental outcomes.

Taking ownership of key environmental reporting areas, including emissions, packaging, and food waste, while supporting the delivery of Net Zero goals and supplier engagement. The role offers scope to influence both operational practices and external supply chain behaviours.

Environmental Sustainability Manager Key Responsibilities

  • Drive the implementation of the Group Sustainability Strategy and Environmental Policy
  • Lead environmental reporting on GHG emissions, packaging, food waste, and Net Zero progress
  • Prepare accurate, data-led reports for internal and customer stakeholders
  • Coordinate food waste and redistribution initiatives, including WRAP/Champions 12.3
  • Support suppliers and retailers in developing environmental transition plans
  • Monitor sustainability legislation and share key insights across teams
  • Promote sustainable agriculture practices through supplier engagement

Environmental Sustainability Manager Key Requirements

We are looking for someone passionate about sustainability, confident with data, and capable of translating strategy into meaningful action.

  • A degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a related subject
  • Experience analysing environmental data and delivering improvement plans
  • Proficiency in Excel and Power BI; comfortable managing large data sets
  • Strong understanding of food sector sustainability, ideally within fresh produce or short shelf-life supply chains
  • Able to work independently and cross-functionally with internal teams and customers
  • Great attention to detail and confidence managing multiple projects

This is a fantastic opportunity for a committed sustainability professional to take on a high-impact role within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Proof of right to work will be required prior to interview, where applicable.

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