Forest Supply Chain Specialist (Vijayapura)

Preferred by Nature is seeking a Forest Supply Chain Specialist in Bijapur, Karnataka, to lead certification audits for sustainable supply chains. The role involves conducting FSC audits, managing client portfolios, and coordinating certification projects. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 2-3 years of experience. The position offers a flexible work culture with remote work options and requires frequent travel, up to 70% of the time.
Are you passionate about sustainable supply chains and ready to take the lead in certification audits that drive responsible sourcing? Do you enjoy balancing fieldwork, client engagement, and technical problem solving? If so, you might be the ideal fit for this role.

What you can expect: Preferred by Nature is looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to support and grow our supply chain certification services in India. You will conduct FSC

Chain of Custody and Controlled Wood audits, manage client portfolios, and coordinate certification projects from planning to completion. Working closely with clients and internal teams, you will help ensure credible certification services that support responsible forest product supply chains and contribute to better outcomes for people, nature, and climate. Working with us is never routine so the first year you can expect the following areas to be central to your work.

Conduct FSC Chain of Custody and Controlled

Wood audits, both on site and remotely Manage audit logistics,

scheduling, and coordination of certification activities Maintain and grow relationships with assigned client portfolio Prepare high quality audit reports and ensure compliance with certification requirements Coordinate audit teams and contribute to quality control processes Support client inquiries related to certification standards and requirements Contribute to improving audit processes and service delivery Support implementation of new certification services where relevant Your first year with us Within three months, you will: Build understanding of Preferred by Nature’s mission, certification services, and audit processes Shadow audits and support audit planning, logistics, and reporting Establish working relationships with team members and assigned clients Within six months, you will: Lead selected audits independently including planning, execution, and reporting Manage audit scheduling and coordination for assigned clients Support quality control and client communication throughout audit processes Within one year,

you will: Manage a client portfolio independently from planning to delivery Act as Lead Auditor and Task Manager across multiple projects Contribute to service improvements and support regional certification activities Important that you: Hold a Bachelor degree in forestry, environmental management, biology, geography, or related field Have 2 to 3 years of experience in the forest products or related industries Have strong verbal and written communication skills in English Are able to manage multiple priorities independently and within a team Are willing to travel frequently, up to 70 percent of the time Maintain high professional integrity and customer service orientation Are motivated to contribute to Preferred by Nature’s mission Would also be great,

but not necessary, if you: Have FSC Chain of Custody or Controlled

Wood auditing experience Have environmental management system or

ISO auditor training Have familiarity with sustainability certification standards Speak additional regional languages If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you!

What Sets

Us

Apart: Global work culture High degree of flexibility - remote work, work from home. An in-depth onboarding and professional training that prepares you with the right skills and knowledge to thrive in this role. Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development Potential future international travel opportunities A friendly, international team of colleagues, with a pleasant work workplace Start with 20 days of vacation leave per year Preferred by Nature Preferred by Nature is a non-profit,

mission driven organisation that works for sustainable land management and climate-friendly solutions. With 300+ employees and a network of local experts, we develop practical solutions to drive positive impacts in production landscapes and supply chains in 100+

countries. We focus on forest and climate impact commodities and related sectors.

How to apply: If you feel you meet the requirements of the role, please submit your application, including salary expectations by latest 30th April 2026 via the application form below. Application pre-screening will be conducted during the application period. Preferred by Nature wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.