Senior Associate, Supply Chain & Standards Support

Rainforest Alliance; England; On-site; GBP 39,718 - 56,740; Full time

Job summary

An environmental organization based in the UK is seeking a Senior Associate to support their Supply Chain & Standards team. This role involves handling communication, managing documentation, and driving significant projects in supply chain benchmarking. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant bachelor's degree, strong organizational skills, and 2–4 years of project coordination experience. The position offers an opportunity to engage with partners and ensure high-quality outputs, with a salary range between $53,533 and $76,475.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in project coordination, administration, or standards-related work.
• Experience with document management is a plus.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Handle and respond to incoming emails and inquiries.
• Draft, review, and update supply chain documents.
• Support the development, launch, and analysis of surveys.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Proactive and resourceful

Collaborative and adaptable

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

Survey tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Senior Associate, Supply Chain & Standards Support

The Senior Associate will provide critical support to the Product Design Demand Side team by handling communications, ensuring consistency of documentation, and advancing key projects such as supply chain benchmarking, surveys, and alignment initiatives with partners. This role will help ensure smooth operations, timely responses, and delivery of high-quality outputs, working independently on assigned projects while coordinating closely with colleagues and partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Communication & Coordination: Handle and respond to incoming emails and inquiries. Support the development of documented processes for trainings, communications, and FAQs.
• Document Management: Draft, review, and update supply chain documents to ensure clarity and consistency. Maintain organized document storage, archive and version control. Support the design and management of feedback mechanisms for internal and external stakeholders. Drive progress on supply chain benchmarking projects.
• Surveys & Data: Support the development, launch, and analysis of surveys, including the certification costs survey. Summarize results and prepare inputs for decision-making. Work with external partners such as UEBT on alignment of standard requirements and joint initiatives. Support cross-team collaborations to ensure harmonization of approaches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (sustainability, supply chain, business administration, or related area) or equivalent work experience.
• 2–4 years of professional experience in project coordination, administration, or standards-related work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects independently and prioritize effectively.
• Experience with document management, survey tools, and/or data analysis a plus.
• Familiarity with sustainability standards, certification systems, or supply chains desirable.

Success Profile

• Proactive and resourceful, able to take initiative and move tasks forward independently.
• Collaborative and adaptable, comfortable working with internal colleagues and external partners.
• Clear communicator with strong writing and editing skills.
• Reliable, organized, and meticulous, with a focus on quality and consistency.

Job Level

4

Salary

• National Salary range (Excluding NY and DC): $53,533 - $76,475
• New York Salary Range: $63,603 - $90,861
• Washington DC Salary Range: $61,562 - $87,946

Deadline

January 7th 2026

Location & Eligibility

Only candidates authorized to work in the Netherlands, the UK and the US will be considered.

Contact

If you have any questions about the job vacancy, please contact the HR department: [e-mail]

EEO Statement

The Rainforest Alliance encourages diversity and inclusion across the global organization. With this commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages, disability and any other protected group.