Sustainable Sourcing Specialist

Nestlé • Saint Louis, MO

296d • $76,000 - $91,000

About The Position

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of our long-standing tradition of excellence to embrace possibility and continuously push to do what's never been done before in pet care. Discover your purpose and fuel your passions when you bring your love of pets to a team that prides itself on the power of togetherness—We are Proudly Connected. Purely Driven. Position Summary: Our roots were planted here in 1894, and we have since expanded to 24 manufacturing facilities nationwide. St. Louis, a hidden gem, offers a unique blend of big-city amenities and a small-town feel. Discover a rich culture, world-class schools, top-notch healthcare, and affordable living. With neighborhoods to suit every lifestyle, St. Louis is the perfect place to call home. Join us in this vibrant city, where we proudly work together to make a difference in the lives of people, our pets, and the environment. As a Sustainable Sourcing Specialist at Nestlé Purina, you'll support the activation of Nestlé's Responsible Sourcing & Human Rights Strategy as well as Nestlé Purina's Climate Strategy to deliver on Nestlé's Global Sustainability Commitments. In this role, you'll work collaboratively with Nestlé 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 Nestlé's global fish and seafood ingredient supply and U.S. beef, pork, and poultry ingredient supply.

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Nestlé Responsible Sourcing Commitment for the Nestlé 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 Nestlé's Net Zero Climate Commitment.
• Report progress quarterly and annually for auditing and company reporting purposes.
• Engage in communication opportunities to raise awareness of Nestlé 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 Nestlé's standards and commitments and assist with additional sustainability initiatives as assigned.

Benefits

• 401k with Company match
• healthcare coverage
• performance-based incentives
• competitive total rewards package

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree