Sustainability Manager
UAC Foods
Job Overview
Location
Nigeria
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Arrangement
On-site
Sector
Environment & Sustainability
Experience Level
Senior (5-8 years)
About the Company
UAC Foods is a prominent player in the Nigerian food industry, dedicated to providing quality products to consumers. The company is committed to integrating sustainable practices into its operations, recognizing the importance of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles for long-term success and positive societal impact.
This commitment extends across their business, from product innovation and supply chain management to community engagement and environmental stewardship. UAC Foods aims to align its corporate objectives with sustainable development goals, fostering a responsible and forward-thinking business approach.
Job Description
UAC Foods is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sustainability Manager to lead the development and implementation of our comprehensive sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy. This role is crucial for embedding sustainable practices across all facets of our business, from operations and supply chain to product innovation and community engagement.
You will be responsible for establishing robust governance structures, setting key performance indicators, and driving initiatives focused on energy efficiency, water stewardship, waste reduction, and ethical sourcing. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's long-term vision and its contribution to a more sustainable future.
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Required Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute UAC Foods’ company-wide Sustainability and ESG Strategy.
- Embed sustainability considerations into business strategy, operations, supply chain, and product innovation.
- Establish sustainability governance structures, policies, KPIs, and performance indicators.
- Manage sustainability initiatives within approved budgets and timelines.
- Promote ethical and sustainable sourcing practices in collaboration with procurement.
- Lead initiatives on energy efficiency, water stewardship, waste reduction, emissions management, and sustainable packaging.
- Track and report environmental performance across manufacturing plants and operations.
- Ensure compliance with Nigerian environmental regulations and international standards.
- Support and promote effective green housekeeping and operating practices.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local, state, and federal stakeholders, including host communities and regulatory bodies.
- Engage with government institutions such as the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment, SON, NAFDAC, and MAN.
- Partner with state governments and agencies to support sustainability-related policies and initiatives.
- Identify and evaluate community development projects and partnerships aligned with business and sustainability goals.
- Conduct impact assessments for community initiatives to ensure they meet needs and deliver measurable value.
- Ensure all projects comply with legal, regulatory, and environmental standards.
- Promote and communicate UAC Foods’ sustainability philosophy to internal and external stakeholders.
- Support corporate brand building through sustainability programmes, events, sponsorships, and media engagement.
- Anticipate reputational risks and develop proactive communication and mitigation plans.
- Lead ESG data collection, analysis, and reporting in line with GRI, SASB, TCFD, and local regulatory requirements.
- Prepare sustainability inputs for annual reports, investor disclosures, audits, and ESG ratings.
- Define dashboards and benchmarks to track performance and identify risks, opportunities, and innovation pathways.
- Benchmark UAC Foods’ sustainability performance against industry peers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Economics, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
- Master’s degree or professional certification in Sustainability/ESG is an advantage.
- Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in Sustainability, ESG, Corporate Affairs, or Strategy.
- FMCG industry experience is highly preferred.
- Proven experience developing and implementing sustainability or ESG programmes.
- Strong strategic thinking and project management skills.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
- Data-driven mindset with strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Solid knowledge of Nigerian and international environmental and social regulations.
- Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
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<p>This pivotal role is designed to spearhead UAC Foods' commitment to sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. You will be instrumental in shaping and executing our company-wide sustainability strategy, ensuring it is deeply integrated into our core business operations, supply chain, and product development. Success will be measured by the effective implementation of sustainability initiatives, robust stakeholder engagement, and demonstrable improvements in environmental performance.</p>
Posted Date
February 11, 2026
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