Sustainability Manager Supply Chain

Finlays Solutions; Glenview (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Bonus

Job summary

Finlays Solutions seeks a Sustainability Manager to lead global supply chain sustainability within the SRM program and partner with US, UK and Kenyan business units to embed the strategy. This role provides business partnership across the Solutions group and drives sustainability initiatives.

The position emphasizes supplier sustainability, training, reporting, and stakeholder engagement, with a compensation package including health care, a quarterly bonus, PTO, parental leave, bereavement leave

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or above, MSc or bachelor’s in science/social science/Agro-Science or Sustainability/Environment related discipline
• Strong supplier and supply chain management experience including sourcing and procurement related activities
• Experience developing supplier management programs, standards, and risk training in environmental and human rights areas
• Strong cross-functional project and program management experience
• Understanding risk management approaches within business and application to value chain
• Strong communication skills with stakeholders at all levels; comfortable presenting to working groups
• Good stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Strong analytical skills with data sets
• Good commercial and financial acumen with ability to convey sustainability benefits
• Good IT and systems experience including Excel skills and reporting systems

Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering supplier sustainability aspects of SRM onboarding and performance management
• Supporting sustainability traceability requirements with supply chain and quality to meet customer traceability requirements
• Developing resources and delivering training across supply chain, quality and procurement teams
• Participating in supplier engagement activities: visits, audits, reviews, training
• Providing input to further develop the SRM program
• Supporting customer engagement on sustainability via meetings, presentations, surveys
• SME for sustainability assurance and compliance matters
• Supporting internal engagement and sustainability training across functions, employees, suppliers and customers
• Completing and coordinating reporting for USA sites

Skills

Sustainability management

Stakeholder management

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

IT and data reporting

Education

MSc or Bachelor’s in science/social science/Agro-Science/Sustainability

Tools

Excel

Reporting systems

Supply chain management tools

Job description

Reporting onto the VP Sustainability the Sustainability Manager will be responsible for managing and delivering sustainability expertise within Finlays Solutions global supply chain.

As a subject matter expert, the Sustainability Manager provides advice and guidance to implement supply chain sustainability through the SRM program in the sustainable supply pillar. The Sustainability Manager will also be responsible for working directly with the US, UK and Kenyan business to ensure the sustainability strategy is effectively embedded and implemented. This will be achieved by providing a business partner relationship across the Solutions business

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Leading and delivering supplier sustainability aspects of SRM onboarding and performance management
• Supporting sustainability traceability requirements work functionally with Supply chain and quality to meet customer traceability requirements
• Developing resources and delivery of training and capacity building across supply chain, quality and procurement teams
• Participating in supplier engagement activities: visits, audits, reviews, training etc.
• Provides ongoing input to further the development of the Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) program
• Supports timely customer engagement on sustainability via meetings, presentations, completing questionnaires and survey responses
• SME for Sustainability assurance and compliance matter
• Supports internal engagement and sustainability training, working groups, functions, employees, suppliers and customer
• Completes and coordinates reporting responsibilities across the pillars for the USA Sites

The salary range for this role is $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 annually.

Within this range, individual pay is determined by the work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The total compensation package for this position also includes a choice of health care plan (medical, vision, and dental insurance), a quarterly incentive bonus, paid time off, parental leave, bereavement leave and a 401(K) for all eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or above. Ideally with an MSc or bachelor’s degree in science, social science, Agro-Science, or a Sustainability / Environment related discipline
• Strong supplier and supply chain management experience including sourcing and procurement related activities.
• Experience of developing supplier management programs, standards, and risk training in environmental and human rights areas
• Strong cross-functional project and program management experience
• Proven understanding of risk management approaches within business and application to value chain
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. This includes being comfortable presenting to working groups and key stakeholders
• Good stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to navigate complex and /or unfamiliar data sets
• Good commercial and financial acumen with the ability to convey the financial and commercial benefits of sustainability
• Good IT and Systems experience, specifically in relation to reporting and data management tools. This includes intermediate Excel skills and reporting systems and supply chain management tools

Physical Demands

• Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled hours during peak periods or critical operations
• Must possess adequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication skills to meet essential job performance and safety standards.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and regularly perform physical tasks such as pushing, pulling, lifting, climbing, bending, stooping, squatting, and using hands for detailed tasks
• Physically capable of performing tasks such as lifting, climbing, and using hand and power tools, including pallet jacks, scales, ladders, and standard material handling and cleaning equipment
• Capable of safely lifting up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day; ability to handle heavier items with proper lifting equipment or team-assisted techniques to ensure safety

Work Environment

Employees must be able to work in a dynamic manufacturing environment that may include exposure to odors, dust, moderate noise levels, and fluctuations in temperature and ventilation. Work environment may involve exposure to inclement weather. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times, which may include but is not limited to: safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, gloves, hairnets, uniforms, and face shields, as required by specific job duties and safety protocols.

Quality Statement

• Our Quality and Food Safety Management strategy is anchored by our food safety and quality culture and a two-pronged approach to “be the best” as we produce “only the best”. Every employee has a role to play in this strategy as outlined by the following:
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), allergen control, food defense, HACCP, SQF, and regulatory requirements so that we make consistently safe, quality products.
• Ensure the presence of visitors, contractors, and customers are documented on each visit in and out of the facility to maintain good manufacturing practices, allergen controls, food defense/food security and HACCP controls.
• Report all food safety and quality issues to management immediately.
• Partner with colleagues across all functions to share knowledge, skills, and information regarding quality and food safety.
• Adhere to all health and safety work practices.
• Exhibit an understanding of quality and food safety standards and be able to speak about the Finlays quality and food safety system and your role in it.
• Handle customer complaints in a timely and professional manner so that the customer is put first, always.
• Participate fully in Finlays programs that drive continuous improvement methodologies.

Any employee in doubt as to the role they play in the Finlays quality and food safety management system must reach out to the site Quality Manager or VP of Quality.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Finlays Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Finlays employs individuals that are 18 years of age or older.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.