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Do you enjoy collaborating with customers, suppliers, and internal teams? Are you looking to join a highly impressive and dynamic Fresh Food business, part of a collaborative and forward-thinking group of companies?
If you have a passion for data, sustainability, and people, and are eager to gain experience within the Fresh Produce sector, this could be the perfect opportunity for you as Compliance and Sustainability Assistant.
Role Overview
The Compliance and Sustainability Assistant plays a vital role in supplier communication and data gathering, managing supplier relationships to ensure due diligence and food safety compliance.
Information is at the heart of this opportunity, playing a crucial role in sustainability and compliance. The accuracy required to meticulously manage data on both internal and customer platforms is non-negotiable and will be essential in supporting the business's commitment to operating responsibly.
Continuous monitoring and reporting of due diligence activities, as well as the collection of data on food waste, carbon emissions, water usage, and sustainable farming certifications, are essential for ensuring the successful supply of products to retail customers and for promptly identifying and addressing any issues that may arise.
Compliance and Sustainability Assistant Key Requirements
- A degree in Food Science, Environmental Science, Technical/Compliance, or Sustainability would be an asset for those seeking their first industry position
- Experience in the Fresh Produce or Fresh Food sectors is beneficial but not essential
- Strong emphasis on managing relationships across the business, with growers and suppliers, where communication and a positive approach are key
- Organised, methodical, and numerical, with an approachable and collaborative mindset
- High-level ability in data management, online platforms, and large datasets
- Confident user of MS Office, specifically Excel
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic and forward-thinking company as Compliance and Sustainability Assistant.
This is a UK-based position, and applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. Evidence of this right will be requested prior to the interview, if applicable.
