Sustainability Lead

Westmill | part of Associated British Foods plc; Westmill; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ABF Pension Scheme membership

Annual Incentive Plan

Private Healthcare

Job summary

Westmill is seeking a Sustainability Lead to drive the delivery and ongoing development of our sustainability strategy across the business and supply chain. Reporting to the Director of People, Performance & Sustainability, you will manage supplier compliance and our environmental impact across sites, ensuring alignment with key stakeholders.

You will support broader sustainability initiatives, represent Westmill at ethical trade forums and meetings, and collaborate across functions to deliver

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery and development of Westmill's Sustainability strategy across the business and supply chain.
• Oversee supplier sustainability compliance and ensure adherence to stringent requirements.
• Manage environmental impact across sites and our supply chain.
• Support delivery of wider sustainability initiatives and represent Westmill at ethical trade forums and events.

Job description

We are proud of our heritage and position as one of Europe’s largest specialist food companies, manufacturing and supplying authentic global foods which serve the chefs and owners of restaurants and takeaways, as well as a diverse range of consumers. With a strong portfolio of leading brands including Lucky Boat, Elephant Atta, Rajah, Green Dragon and Patak’s, our product range is as diverse as the people who chose to work here, and includes noodles, flour, rice, spices, sauces and oils. We pride ourselves on our passion for food and people, where collaboration, diversity, and inclusion are integral in everything that we do. This is underpinned with our employee resource groups where members and allies help create an inclusive environment and special events are celebrated. Westmill is a place where no one feels like the new person for long and everyone has the chance to make a real difference to the business by being their authentic selves.

Overview Of Role

We have an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about Sustainability, to lead the delivery and on-going development of Sustainability strategy across Westmill, to ensure it meets the needs of the business and key stakeholders. Reporting to the Director of People, Performance & Sustainability, you will be responsible for leading our compliance work, ensuring that suppliers meet our stringent requirements on sustainability, as well as managing our environmental impact across our sites and our supply chain. You will also support the delivery of wider sustainability initiatives across the business and abroad and represent Westmill at ethical trade forums, meetings and events as required.

The Right Person

We are looking for someone with energy, drive and the aptitude to work in a fast moving and dynamic team that is focused on delivering results. Whilst experience in Sustainability would be an advantage, it is not a barrier to your entry into this role. The ability to convert your energy and passion for Sustainability into tangible business results will be your biggest advantage. Additionally, the ability to build trust and respectful relationships in a cross functional and cross-cultural environment, together with strong stakeholder management and influencing skills across all levels of the organisation, will also be critical to your success, as will your ability to manage a range of competing priorities and multiple projects. The capability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively, supplemented with strong analytical skills are also important attributes for this role.

• A competitive salary
• ABF Pension Scheme membership
• An annual Incentive Plan
• Private Healthcare

Additionally, you will have access to a range of benefits aimed at enhancing your wellbeing both at home and at work; from a free and confidential 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme to access to affordable loans and financial education, electric vehicle and cycle to work salary sacrifice schemes, an option to buy additional holidays and a day dedicated to volunteering in your local community. You will also have access to our benefits platform Extra Spice from day one, offering a huge variety of retail and leisure discounts.