Senior Nutrition Strategist - Health & Sustainable Diets

Tesco; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A major UK retailer is seeking a Company Nutritionist to lead their nutrition strategy as part of a job share, working three days a week. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nutrition, with at least 5 years of experience in the food industry. Responsibilities include driving nutrition initiatives, engaging with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with nutrition policies. A competitive benefits package, including an annual bonus scheme, is offered.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary

Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day

Private medical insurance

Free 24/7 virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in nutrition, food industry, or retail.
• Up-to-date nutrition knowledge and understanding of best practice.
• Registered with AfN or BDA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead Tesco's nutrition strategy and translate it into actionable reformulation programs.
• Drive cross-functional workstreams to deliver reformulation priorities.
• Engage suppliers to embed nutrition improvements.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

Analytical and critical thinking

Ability to build collaborative relationships

Passion for improving Healthy & Sustainable Diets

Education

BSc in Nutrition or related discipline

Job description

A major UK retailer is seeking a Company Nutritionist to lead their nutrition strategy as part of a job share, working three days a week. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in nutrition, with at least 5 years of experience in the food industry. Responsibilities include driving nutrition initiatives, engaging with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with nutrition policies. A competitive benefits package, including an annual bonus scheme, is offered.