Supply Chain Auditor

Preferred by Nature is a non-profit, mission driven organisation that contributes to sustainable land management and climate-friendly solutions. With 300+ 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. 

We are now looking for a Supply Chain Auditor to join our team in the United Kingdom.

What you will do: 

As a Supply Chain Auditor your main tasks will be to:

•             Plan and execute audits according to accredited certification schemes, such as Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) in both United Kingdom and Ireland.

•             Support the coordination and execution of evaluations, this could include logistical planning, supporting consultants, liaising with clients and finalizing and reviewing reports

•             Ensure efficiency, quality control and adherence to Preferred by Nature’s technical and administration certification protocols for all jobs directly under her/his responsibilities

•             Monitor and maintain the status of the certificate client portfolio (activations, suspensions, terminations, changes in scope, updating customer data, etc.)

•             Develop and maintain strong technical expertise in FSC/PEFC and Preferred by Nature policies, standards and protocols

•             Manage questions and disputes relating to active certification evaluations and clients consistent with Preferred by Nature and certification scheme policies, client portfolio administration

•             Supporting market development for Preferred by Nature in the United Kingdom and Ireland

Who you are: 

•             You have university degree in forestry, biology, geography, environmental management or related field, or vocational education from the timber processing or timber trading industry

•             You have at least 2-3 years of relevant experience

•             You are fluent in English; other European languages will be considered an additional asset

•             You have knowledge of FSC and/or PEFC is an advantage

•             You are comfortable travelling nationally approx. 50% of the time, with the option to travel internationally  

•             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 you to work independently and often remotely

•             You believe in Preferred by Nature’s mission and want to contribute to it

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

This is what we offer:

•             An in-depth onboarding and professional training to equip you with the right skills and knowledge to thrive in this role

•             An exciting and challenging position within a dynamic and innovative international organization with a mission-driven and passionate team

•             Excellent opportunities for growth and professional development?

•             Potential future international travel opportunities

•             A friendly, international team of colleagues, with a pleasant and flexible work environment

•             Work time: full time

•             Working location: 50% travel,50% working from home

•             Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Additional information:

•             The position holder reports to Senior Manager, Supply Chains, Europe & Russia

•             We would be interested in hearing from you if you know of other Standards too, such as UTZ, Organic, ASC/ MSC, BRC, GFSI, HACCP, IFS, ISO 9001, ISO 22000, RSPO, RA COC, SBP

•             Expected starting date: as soon as possible

How to apply:

If you feel you meet the requirements for this role, please submit your Letter of Application and CV (in English), including salary expectations, by 20 November 2022 via the application form below.

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

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

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

For questions, please contact: Anna Yavlyanskaya, HR Specialist: ayavlyanskaya@preferredbynature.org