Sustainable Sourcing Specialist

Nestle is seeking a Sustainable Sourcing Specialist in St. Louis, MO. The role involves supporting Nestle's Responsible Sourcing and Climate Strategies, collaborating with procurement teams and stakeholders to enhance sustainability in ingredient supply chains. Responsibilities include assessing ingredient origins, reducing climate impacts, reporting progress, and engaging with external stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences or related fields and 3+ years of experience in agriculture supply chains are required.
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Position Summary:

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As a Sustainable Sourcing Specialist at Nestle Purina, you'll support the activation of Nestle's Responsible Sourcing & Human Rights Strategy as well as Nestle Purina's Climate Strategy to deliver on Nestle's Global Sustainability Commitments. In this role, you'll work collaboratively with Nestle and Purina procurement teams, key suppliers, and internal and external stakeholders to identify, assess, address, and report outcomes related to traceability, natural ecosystems, human rights, and climate impacts. Your contributions will positively impact Nestle's global fish and seafood ingredient supply and U.S. beef, pork, and poultry ingredient supply.

This position will require working onsite at our St. Louis, MO headquarters.
• Implement the Nestle Responsible Sourcing Commitment for the Nestle global seafood ingredient category by tracing and assessing ingredient origins.
• Work to reduce climate impacts in Purina's beef, pork, and poultry supply chains to support Nestle's Net Zero Climate Commitment.
• Report progress quarterly and annually for auditing and company reporting purposes.
• Engage in communication opportunities to raise awareness of Nestle Purina's sustainability actions and goals to build credibility with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with key departments to provide guidance on responsible sourcing and sustainability initiatives.
• Contribute to the development and management of the Sustainability Stakeholder Strategy, providing insights from external engagements.
• Serve as a contact for external stakeholders regarding Nestle's standards and commitments and assist with additional sustainability initiatives as assigned.

Requirements
• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Sciences, Conservation, Environmental Sustainability, or related. Master's degree preferred.
• 3+ years of working in or closely with ingredient agriculture supply chains. Seafood and animal agriculture preferred.

Other
• Ability to strategically communicate and collaborate with external stakeholders on sensitive topics within intricate supply chains.
• Demonstrated skills in data and information management along with ability to meet deadlines.

Don't meet all the qualifications listed under "other"? These are preferred, but not required. When you apply for a role with Nestle Purina, we ensure that individual confidentiality is held to the highest regard. We are intentional about creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. We consider our associates our most valuable assets. Please apply for full consideration.

The approximate pay range for this position is $76,000 to $91,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities as well as geographic location.

Nestle offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with Company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | About Us | Making an Impact | Nestle Careers (nestlejobs.com)

REQUISITION ID:

336809

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