Acre is supporting an established Consumer Goods business in their search for a Sustainability Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Reporting to the Group Head of Sustainability, this role will take the lead on both UK-based implementation and global supply chain strategy across key sustainability pillars: ethical sourcing, human rights, and climate.
Responsibilities
Across Global Supply Chain
- Own and lead supplier sustainability initiatives, from risk assessments to onboarding and ongoing performance
- Partner on Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) programmes, shaping sustainability input
- Deliver resources and training for capacity building across the network
- Lead sustainability reporting: annual report, modern slavery statement, ETI reporting
- Support the strategic direction of the group’s Sustainable Future 2030 vision
Within the UK Business
- Embed the sustainability strategy across three core areas: Climate (Net Zero), Sustainable Supply, and Human Rights
- Act as the go-to sustainability expert for the UK leadership team and cross-functional workstreams
- Engage with customers on sustainability topics, i.e, RFPs, presentations and surveys
- Lead development of Scope 3/FLAG carbon reduction plans via supplier engagement with dedicated climate team
- Coordinate UK reporting requirements and contribute to global working groups
Experience & Skills
- 5+ Years of experience in the relevant sustainability roles
- Deep knowledge of supplier and supply chain management, particularly in sourcing or procurement
- Practical experience developing risk-based supplier sustainability programmes
- Strong project/programme management chops across multiple functions
- Confident communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams and senior leadership
- Able to interpret and work with complex data sets (Excel, reporting systems, etc.)
- A commercial mindset, able to connect sustainability initiatives to business value
Education
- Degree-qualified, ideally with a background in science, agro-science, social sciences or sustainability/environmental disciplines
Why this role?
You’ll have the rare chance to split your focus between shaping strategy and embedding it for the business. It’s a highly visible role where you’ll work directly with executives, supply chain partners, and global sustainability experts. Plus, you’ll be contributing to an ambitious 2030 vision, helping to deliver lasting environmental and social impact. If this sounds of interest, please apply – please note that you will either have a 1 month notice period or availability to start a new role from October 2025.
