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Sustainability Manager
The organisation:
Part of Cefetra Group, Cefetra Limited is one of the major traders of grains and animal feed raw materials in the UK and Ireland.
With long-term arrangements at strategically selected import facilities with a specialised network of suppliers, objective market analysis and a trusted approach to quality and sustainability, it is ideally positioned to meet customer requirements whilst reducing risk and increasing efficiency.
With 700,000 tonnes of storage capacity supported by state-of-the-art processing technology, the business dispatches between 85,000 – 90,000 tonnes of raw materials to industry partners every week and delivers up to 600 lorry loads per day. Its products are used for animal feed and throughout the food and drink sector, supplying product to some of the largest food producers in sectors such as dairy, beef, lamb, poultry, pork, salmon, beer, bread, biscuits, breakfast cereals and pet food.
Parent organisation ‘Cefetra Group’ delivers more than 25 million tonnes of agri-feed per annum and is Europe’s largest agri-service and trading business, serving customers from its 29 offices in 19 different countries, with revenues of over €4 billion.
The Opportunity
This is a rare opportunity to play a meaningful role in driving sustainability at scale. Cefetra operates across international supply chains that span hundreds of thousands of hectares, supplying products that are embedded in everyday life.
Positioned between farm-level production and retail/customer demand, this role sits at a critical point in the value chain, where real change can be influenced and delivered. You will help connect on-the-ground global agricultural practices with supply chain decisions, ensuring sustainability is not just discussed, but implemented in a practical and commercially viable way.
About the role:
This is a key role within one of the UK & Ireland’s leading Agricultural Supply Chain Managers, responsible for driving and embedding Sustainability across Cefetra Ltd’s commercial activities.
You will take ownership of Cefetra Ltd’s Sustainability agenda, working closely with traders, customers, operational teams, and the Cefetra Group Sustainability team in Rotterdam.
This is a hands-on role requiring both practical delivery and customer facing role. You will support the translation of sustainability requirements, such as deforestation-free supply chains, carbon reduction initiatives, and evolving customer standards, into commercially viable solutions, particularly across key commodities such as soya.
Alongside commercial activity, you will take full ownership of sustainability data, reporting, and accreditations across the business, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement. You will also drive operational improvement projects and support the development of circular solutions, including opportunities to create value from waste and by-products.
At Cefetra, we take a hands-on approach to sustainability. This role is not about delegating work to others, but about leading from the front, owning the detail, delivering the work, and building credibility through direct involvement. You will work closely with colleagues across the business, but remain accountable for driving initiatives through to completion. This approach ensures we represent the business with authenticity and credibility when engaging with customers.
Role & Responsibilities – key outputs :
- Supporting the development and delivery of Cefetra Ltd’s Sustainability Strategy, aligned with Group direction
- Working closely with Product Trading Managers to embed sustainability into commercial decision-making
- Acting as a key point of contact for sustainability topics with customers, supporting engagement with retailers and feed companies
- Translating customer sustainability requirements into practical supply chain solutions (e.g. our deforestation-free soya, or Ecosystem services regenerative farming schemes)
- Working with Cefetra sister companies and supply-side teams to align sourcing capabilities with customer needs
- Supporting the development of sustainable supply chains across key commodities
- Supporting Carbon & Environmental initiatives, working with internal experts
- Providing day-to-day support to traders on sustainability standards, regulations, and customer requirements
Data, Reporting & Compliance
- Owning and coordinating sustainability data collection across Cefetra Ltd and sister companies to support accurate and timely reporting
- Ensuring completeness, accuracy, and audit readiness of all sustainability data and submissions across the business
- Managing key sustainability platforms and customer requirements (e.g. Sedex, CDP, EcoVadis)
- Coordinating and responding to customer sustainability questionnaires and information requests
- Supporting GHG emissions data collection and submissions in line with Group reporting requirements
- Working closely with Group Sustainability and LCA specialists to ensure outputs are robust, understood, and aligned with product flows and customer requirements
Accreditations & Governance
- Supporting the QHSE team with maintenance of Cefetra Ltd’s sustainability accreditations, including SMETA, EcoVadis, and ISO14001
- Full ownership of Sedex management, including compliance, submissions, and continuous improvement
- Full responsibility for Cefetra Ltd’s SEDEX standards
- Ensuring processes, controls, and documentation are maintained to meet audit and regulatory expectations
- Driving continuous improvement in sustainability-related processes and governance
Operational Sustainability Projects
- Identifying, coordinating, and delivering sustainability improvement initiatives across the business, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, and lower-carbon operational practices
- Working with operational teams to assess feasibility, gain approval, implement changes, and track outcomes
- Supporting the business in delivering practical carbon reduction and efficiency improvements at site level
- Identifying and developing circular economy opportunities, including the utilisation of waste streams to create fertilisers, feedstocks, or other value-added products
Stakeholder Coordination
- Co-ordinating with Cefetra Group Sustainability and European colleagues on a regular basis
- Working closely with internal stakeholders across commercial, operations, and quality teams
- Promoting sustainability initiatives internally, helping drive engagement and adoption across the business
- Supporting the development of customer-facing sustainability materials
- Monitoring and sharing relevant regulatory and industry developments
Education, Knowledge and Skills
Necessary:
- Strong interest in sustainability, with a clear desire to build knowledge and expertise quickly
- Good commercial awareness and understanding of how sustainability links to business performance
- Confident and outgoing communicator, able to engage, influence, and build credibility
- Ability to manage multiple workstreams across data, projects, and stakeholder engagement
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Analytical mindset, with the ability to work with data and reporting
- Self-motivated, proactive, and delivery-focused
Desirable:
- Experience or exposure to agricultural supply chains or commodity markets
- Understanding of sustainability platforms (e.g. Sedex, EcoVadis, CDP)
- Familiarity with GHG reporting, carbon accounting, or LCA concepts
- Interest in operational sustainability, circular economy, and energy efficiency improvements
- Knowledge of sustainability standards or certifications
- Strong IT skills
Working Conditions:
- The role will be based at our UK Head Office in Glasgow, with regular interaction across Cefetra Group teams in Europe.
- Travel to other Cefetra offices, customers, and suppliers, both within the UK and internationally, will be required from time to time.
- Opportunity to work for a business committed to delivering practical, real-world sustainability at scale—across large land areas and supply chains that directly impact everyday life
To apply: email your CV to careers@cefetra.co.uk
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