Environmental Sustainability Manager
Bearsted Full time
Established over 40 years ago, dps has grown to become a market leader in the sourcing and distribution of fresh produce to some of the UK’s leading retailers. Our success is built on a strong foundation of putting our customers and growers first to ensure supply chain trust and transparency.
We are dedicated to developing the best people and pride ourselves on doing business the right way — operating responsibly to maximise our positive social and ethical impacts and minimise our environmental footprint.
Our Group Responsible Sourcing team is looking for an Environmental Sustainability manager to drive the implementation of the Group Sustainability Strategy and Environmental Policy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery and implementation of the Group Sustainability Strategy and Environmental Policy.
- Track and report KPIs (e.g., GHG emissions, food waste, packaging) using Excel, Power BI, and internal systems.
- Prepare clear, data-driven reports for customers and internal stakeholders.
- Monitor packaging sustainability changes and identify opportunities for impact.
- Lead food waste reporting (WRAP, Champions 12.3), manage redistribution partnerships, and find solutions to reduce waste.
- Coordinate Scope 1–3 emissions reporting and contribute to the Net Zero and SBTi strategies.
- Work closely with customers and suppliers to define Net Zero and water security transition plans.
- Stay up to date on ESG trends and legislation; share insights across the business.
- Support supplier engagement and implementation of sustainable agriculture practices
- Produce sustainability case studies and contribute to customer-facing communications.
- Attend industry webinars/events and implement relevant actions.
Key skills and experience
- Degree in Sustainability or Environmental Science.
- Analytical with the ability to complete root cause analysis and proven experience delivering sustainable improvement plans.
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Power BI to manage large datasets.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with stakeholders across all levels and disciplines.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong project management and organisational skills.
- Strong work ethic, deadline-focused.
Contact nameNatalie McWilliamContact emailnatalie.mcwilliam@dpsltd.comReferencedps/ESM - Natalie