OverviewJob Title:

Sustainable Commodities and ESG Reporting Lead

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 PurposeWe’re looking for a Sustainable Commodities and ESG Reporting Lead to drive our responsible sourcing strategy and lead on ESG reporting across the business. In this role, you’ll ensure our key commodities are sourced ethically and sustainably, manage supplier compliance, and deliver transparent ESG reporting to meet both 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 and 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 and 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 and 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 engage 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 and 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, NGOs, 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 and 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 and 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 and 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)

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 EU Deforestation Regulation (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 and 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

Diversity and InclusionThe 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 opportunity’s employer, we provide all the support you need to succeed.

Application and EqualityContact us with any questions about Diversity and 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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