Preferred by Nature is a non-profit, mission-driven organisation that contributes to sustainable land management and climate-friendly solutions. With 270+ employees around the world, our projects build capacity, raise awareness, conserve nature and streamline sustainability through innovation. We focus our work on forest and climate impact commodities and related sectors.

Our staff is committed to working for the benefit of people and the environment. With offices in Africa, Asia Pacific, East Asia, Europe, Russia, Mesoamerica, South America, and North America, you’ll enjoy collaborating within a multi-cultural network of friendly colleagues. 

We work with talented individuals who are driven by strong personal values of professionalism, integrity and passion and are proud of our exceptionally high staff retention rate.

We are now seeking a Supply Chain Assessor to join our team in the United Kingdom.

This is a key appointment, and we will support you to grow in this role and with your career progression at Preferred by Nature. Our detailed onboarding and professional training will ensure you are fully equipped with the right tools to succeed. 
 
ABOUT THE ROLE:

Reports to:  Supply Chain Director, Europe/Russia, based in Denmark

Key tasks:                         

As Supply Chain Assessor, your main task will involve planning, conducting, and administering supply chain audits for wood processors, traders, as well as companies trading and processing Rainforest Alliance certified products according to agreed plans.

  • Planning and executing audits according to accredited certification schemes, such as Forest Stewardship CouncilTM (FSCTM), Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC), Sustainable Biomass Programme (SBP), Rainforest Alliance Sustainable Agriculture Standards (RA SAS) and others 
  • Writing audit reports and presenting evaluation findings
  • Providing customer service to current and potential clients of Preferred by Nature 
  • Supporting market development for Preferred by Nature in the United Kingdom
  • Supporting other team members with coordination and administration of customer care 
  • Travel: Nationwide travel 50% of the time and opportunities to take part in audits internationally
  • Potential future international travel
  • Other duties as arise

ABOUT YOU:

  • You have a university degree in forestry/biology/geography/agriculture/environmental management OR vocational training from the timber processing/trading industry or agriculture/food production sector 
  • You have a minimum of 1 year of experience in a relevant sector: forest product sector (timber, printing, paper industry, forestry), agriculture and related industries, or in environmental management
  • Knowledge and experience in FSC and PEFC.
  • Fluent in English; other European languages will be considered an additional asset 
  • You are comfortable travelling nationally approx. 50% of the time, with the option to travel internationally.
  • You are based in England, have the right to work in the UK and have a valid driving license
  • You have a high level of integrity to carry out your role ethically whilst addressing clients’ needs.
  • You are comfortable making independent decisions. The nature of the job requires working independently and often remotely
  • You believe in Preferred by Nature’s mission and want to contribute to it  

If you possess these qualities, we look forward to hearing from you and discussing the position further. 

WHAT WE OFFER: 

Salary and benefits

·        In the range of £37,000 – 39,700 depending on qualifications and experience

  • An exciting and challenging position within a dynamic and innovative international organisation with a mission-driven and passionate team 
  • Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development, including the option to relocate to roles in other countries
  • A friendly, international team of colleagues, with a pleasant and collaborative work environment 
  • Flexible working: You can work from home or in a coworking space. We will cover the costs of setting up a home office if required.
  • Flexible working hours
  • Holiday entitlement of 24 days per annum

Additional information: 

  • Expected starting date: as soon as possible 

How to apply: 

If you meet the requirements for this role, please submit your Letter of Application and CV (in English) by 5 April 2022 via the application form on the website.

Interviews may be conducted during the advertising period. Please send applications as soon as possible. 

Please note! We are unable to provide sponsorship for visas. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

Preferred by Nature wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background. 

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