Spar Store Is Hiring National Circular Packaging and Sustainability Sourcing Manager

Develop circular packaging systems where materials are reused, recycled, or repurposed to eliminate waste. Ensure that our products are sourced ethically, responsibly and with minimal environmental impact. Work closely with suppliers to promote sustainable regenerative practices that reduce negative environmental and social impacts. Collaborate with industry and cross functions to drive the circular economy transition in packaging and food production. Inspire and influence stakeholders to make authentic and notable environmental contributions. Guide the organisation on best practice to becoming a more climate resilient organisation and play a key function in the organisation’s journey to a just transition to net zero.

Key Performance Areas:

• Provide leadership and guidance in shaping the SPAR packaging strategy in alignment with the Group’s vision and values.
• Develop and manage circular systems to create awareness and change within the SPAR Group by educating and influencing stakeholders on circular thinking.
• Align the business with circular economy practices and their social, environmental, and commercial implications.

• Provide leadership and guidance and partner with our suppliers to drive regenerative agriculture to address the challenges we face including climate change, water scarcity and biodiversity loss.
• Develop and implement SPAR’s deforest free strategy. Provide leadership and guidance on the sustainable procurement of forest risk commodities (palm oil, soy, cattle, timber, coffee) and seafood.

• Degree / Diploma in Environmental or Agricultural Science/ Circular Economy and Sustainability.
• Relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.
• 5 years’ experience in FMCG.
• 3 Years’ experience in a management role.