Sustainability & Environmental Manager

Job Title: Sustainability & Environmental Manager Location: East Midlands Salary: £63,000 - £68,000 Ref: AM20605 A rare opportunity to shape the future of sustainability in a leading food manufacturing business. We’re looking for a Sustainability and Environmental Manager to join our client and lead the charge in developing and delivering a group-wide sustainability strategy. This role will give you the autonomy and influence to build something meaningful from the ground up. What you’ll be doing: Driving projects in energy efficiency, solar, waste heat recovery, sustainable packaging, and wider environmental performance. Working closely with the senior leadership to embed sustainability into the business strategy. Managing relationships with key customers and partners, including alignment with sustainability frameworks. Preparing and delivering reports and presentations at Board level, demonstrating progress and opportunities. Building engagement across teams to create a culture that champions environmental responsibility. What we’re looking for: Proven experience in a sustainability, environmental or energy management role – ideally within manufacturing or FMCG. Strong understanding of carbon management, energy efficiency, and supply chain sustainability. Excellent communication skills – able to challenge and influence senior stakeholders, while engaging and inspiring teams at all levels. An individual with gravitas and confidence who can influence change and has a good sense of humour. Why join us? This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of sustainability within a growing food manufacturer that’s ready to make real progress. You’ll have the scope, support, and visibility to drive meaningful change – shaping not just our environmental footprint, but our future. Want to find out more? Call Alex on 01780 480 530 for an informal chat or email alex@morepeople.co.uk. Don’t worry if your CV isn’t up to date, we can deal with that later.

Location: East Midlands, UK, GB

Posted Date: 10/31/2025