We are looking for : SUPPLIER MANAGERlocated at NEW POTTER GRANGE ROADGOOLE, DN146BZUnited Kingdom Fixed-term contractWork in your elementAt Oleon, we bring you natural chemistry.
Ambitious, with both feet onthe ground.
That's who we are and that's how we will continue to grow.
Ourspecialty lies in converting natural fats and oils into a wide range ofoleochemical products.
We offer them in a large variety of markets such as: cosmetics,nutrition, crop protection, industrial ingredients, lubricants, oilfield, coatings,detergents, and many more.Oleon has over 1,000 employees worldwide in 10 different countries.
Enthusiasticpeople who are completely in their element here at Oleon are more than welcometo join our team.The JobCore ResponsibilitiesManage and control the supplier approval process covering new and existing raw materials and packaging suppliers.Be a lead auditor in the formal auditing of our suppliers from both quality and sustainable development perspective, prioritising in line with risk assessment and evaluation, following up on improvement actions plans and providing coaching as required.Keep the wider Technical, Procurement and Sales teams informed of developments with suppliers and products supply chains.Team up with the Procurement team in identifying potential suppliers to ensure contingency plans and support strategic sourcing decisions.Work with the Technical team to ensure cross-functional alignment of priorities and ways of working, and documentation of processes.Coordinate the sustainability action plan, answer customer requests and report data in line with legal requirements and strategic priorities.Supporting Division PerformanceWork closely with Group colleagues to deliver the strategy, following roadmaps and priorities Ensure and facilitate thorough communication with the wider business to add maximum value to customer service.Provide provenance and products facts for sales documentation, marketing material creation and digital communication.Work in a culture that encourages ethical conduct, open communication and commitment to compliance consistent with the company values.Who are we looking for?
Demonstrate successful previous experience in a sustainability / CSR role, preferably in the food or personal care industryDemonstrate successful previous experience in developing and maintaining vendor relationshipsDemonstrable understanding of the regulated environment and compliance needsKnowledge of quality management and food safety standardsKnowledge of responsible sourcing initiatives and standards and the ability to apply SMETA principles when auditing or assessing the suitability of a supplier Understanding of sustainability standards such as Organic, Fairtrade and Rainforest Alliance Supply chain knowledgeExcellent networking, interpersonal and relationship building skills, able to communicate successfully and influence both cross-functionally and vertically Creative thinker able to challenge established ways of doing things with a continuous improvement attitude and commercial awareness Autonomy in establishing and managing priorities, ability to work mostly on their ownProactive and pragmatic approach, curious and enthusiastic with a can-do attitude.Exemplary organisational skills, project management knowledge, able to meet tight deadlines and prioritise workConfident IT skills, proficient using Microsoft programmes and ERP systemsWillingness to travel in UK and WorldwideNext to your skills, it is your drive and motivation that will make allthe difference!What's in it for you?
Your benefits:Salary: Competitive23days annual leave + bank holidays1day birthday off (After probation)1Personal Leave DayStaffoil allowance (After probation)AVIVApension scheme (5% employee and 4% employer)1month company sick payFreeparkingDeathin service x4 annual salary (up to 4 beneficiaries)RewardGateway platform/Smart spending app – Access to rewards and recognition(Shopping discounts/cashback and vouchers available for hundreds of retailersfrom Pizza hut to Tesco to New look)YuLifewellbeing and reward portal for rewards and recognition24hrvirtual GP access for self and family members as part of YuLife and SmartHealthOleon is dedicated to fostering aninclusive environment that embraces all forms of diversity.
We ensure equalopportunities in our recruitment and integration processes and ensure that youcan be yourself in our professional environment.
*******************************************************************************************************************************Oleon is abusiness unit of Avril, the industrial and financial leader in the Frenchvegetable oil and protein sector.
Avril is presentin consumer food, animal nutrition and expertise, renewable energy andchemistry, with a recorded revenue of 8 billion euro across 19 countries in2023.
The Group focuses its growth on a unique value-sharing model.Avril and its 7300 employees, driven by its purpose, "Serving the Earth", arecommitted to addressing climate change and population growth challenges.
Joining Avrilmeans choosing to work in a company that harmoniously brings togetherperformance and responsibility, innovation and humbleness, the group andindividuals.
Avril: there is anotherway.