Company Description

With 150 years of experience in the agro-supply chain, SVZ is dedicated to providing high-quality, flavorful, and nutrient-rich fruit and vegetable ingredients. Our ongoing growth, commitment to innovation, and high quality standards have enabled us to become a key supplier to worldwide food and beverage manufacturers.

Job Description

Sustainability is at the heart of SVZ and transcends every level of our business. For our location in Breda, we are searching for a Sustainability Specialist for a one-year fixed-term position.

In this challenging position you will work closely with the agronomy team, the plant manager and other colleagues who are located in Poland. You will report directly to the sustainability manager in The Netherlands, Breda. Not only will you be responsible for implementing sustainability standards and procedures at farm-level; you will also drive environmental efforts in terms of energy, water and waste footprint reduction at the Polish production site:  

• You will support the SVZ Sustainability Manager with carbon accounting, data analysis, and EcoVadis reporting
• You will lead the annual reporting of sustainable sourcing volumes
• You will support the Polish agronomy and procurement team with the SAI FSA certificates and outrolling a new sustainable farm project
• You will be engaged in human rights & labour conditions improvements
• You will research sustainable procurement best practices and certificates to embed throughout SVZ
• You will cooperate with external stakeholders such as customers and NGO’s on relevant sustainable sourcing topics (biodiversity, soil health, social conditions of workers etc)
• You will support identifying sustainable packaging opportunities to ensure SVZ meets PPWR’s milestones

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree for instance on sustainability, agriculture or a technical education  
• 1-2 years of proven experience in auditing or compliance reporting background
• Experience in the fruits and vegetable cultivation industry is a plus
• Basic knowledge of soil health practices, procurement management and/or human rights policies is a big plus
• Knowledge and experience in project management and/or data analysis
• Fluent in English language, verbal and written; Polish language is a big plus

You have an internal drive for sustainability in general and sustainable cultivation. You are pro-active and able to work autonomously and also in a team. You are open for changes and improvements and you like to get things done. 

Additional Information

Within SVZ you can work in a dynamic and international organization and we give you the opportunity to develop yourself and work together with a great team of experts. 

We offer a competitive employment condition package based on your knowledge and experience.

What We Offer:

• Work with passion: ​We create an environment where passion meets profession. Meaningful work and positive energy inspire people to give their best and make lasting contribution to our shared success.
• Take ownership: ​We empower you to take ownership and share your ideas. Whatever your role, you have the opportunity to show initiative and make an impact.
• Grow your way: ​With flexible development opportunities across departments and a global team, you can broaden your skills, discover new strengths and actively shape your career path. ​ ​
• Thrive in a global environment: ​Join an international team bringing together multiple cultures, languages and perspectives to spark new ideas and inspiration. Through global collaboration, you expand your horizon both professionally and personally.  ​
• The team always wins: ​We build real connections and grow together. By sharing knowledge and valuing each other’s strengths, we create a culture where trust and team play lead to shared success.  ​

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Equal Opportunities for All

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds regardless of age, ancestry, disability, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity or expression, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, social background or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.​
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A good match starts with shared values. Complete our Culture Fit Challenge to find out how well your mindset aligns with the way we work.

Does it feel like a fit? Then apply through our online career portal and attach it to your application. Please note that we are unable to consider or return application documents sent by post.