Sustainability Manager

Location: West London

Reporting to: Head of Sustainability & Strategy Deployment

Salary: £40,000 + 10% bonus + Excellent Benefits

About the Role

Our client is a leading global food and beverage company, with a vast portfolio of iconic brands. They operate across all international markets, reaching over 200 million households, and are driven by a purpose to create products and systems that are better the people and the planet.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy & Execution

Support the execution and evolution of the products' global sustainability and ESG strategy
Deliver sustainability initiatives aligned to 'Better Sourcing'
Drive progress towards 100% renewable, recyclable or compostable packaging by 2030Sustainable Sourcing & Partnerships

Work closely with sourcing teams to define and implement a sustainable sourcing roadmap
Manage relationships with key external partners across all global territoriesCompliance, Reporting & Governance

Support Rainforest Alliance certification, audits, and seal usage compliance
Monitor and respond to evolving sustainability legislation across international markets
Collate, analyse and manage sustainability data for reports, dashboards and KPIsEngagement & Communication

Raise internal and external awareness of sustainability initiatives in partnership with global and regional communications teams
Support volunteering and fundraising initiatives aligned to the values and brand purpose
Act as a sustainability subject matter expert across the business Innovation, Learning & Capability Building

Track consumer trends and competitor activity in sustainability
Develop and deliver sustainability training and learning assets
Support internal teams with sustainability insights, tools, and data requirementsWhat We're Looking For

A genuine passion for sustainability and driving positive, tangible change
Relevant degree and/or professional experience in sustainability or ESG
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to work across cultures, regions, and functions
Experience or strong interest in the consumer goods/FMCG sector
Highly organised, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities
A continuous learner with the desire to grow and help others growThe Culture

Live by a strong growth mindset:

Consumers and customers always come first
Act with ownership and integrity
Collaborate as one team
Continuously innovate and improve