ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT - SUSTAINABILITY (ANIMAL WELFARE) - CHARLOTTE/REMOTE

The Associate Director, Category Development - Sustainability (Animal Welfare) at Compass Group oversees the implementation of sustainability strategies related to animal welfare. Key responsibilities include creating policies, managing projects, and collaborating with suppliers and stakeholders. The role is primarily based in Charlotte, NC, but is open to remote candidates. The position offers a salary of $120,000 - $130,000 plus bonuses, emphasizing flexibility and innovation. Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 (COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE) + BONUS OPPORTUNITY Who is Foodbuy? We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company. We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses. We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group-- which is the world’s largest contract food and support services provider. Why Foodbuy? We care about our associates, our clients, and our community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong. Our compensation packages are competitive. And we are constantly growing, and we want our associates’ careers to grow along with us. We have an open and modern work environment, believe in flexibility, and promote a collaborative open door environment. Additionally, we follow a value system called People FIRST, which stands for Flexibility, Inclusion, Results, Sustainability and Transparency. People FIRST is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy. It is how we connect and interact with our clients, business partners and fellow associates. Job Summary The primary duty of the Associate Director, Category Development - Sustainability (Animal Welfare) is to oversee the development, implementation, and management of sustainability strategies and goals related to animal health and welfare. This includes ensuring alignment with industry best practices and regulatory requirements for categories such as meat, poultry, dairy, eggs, and other commodities as needed. The role is pivotal in benchmarking trends, driving innovative practices, and fostering collaboration internally and externally to advance sustainability initiatives. Other duties include providing timely reporting updates and broader company leadership and support comprehensive business reviews and deliver best in class industry solutions that will enable growth and value for internal and external stakeholders. This role is ideally based in Charlotte, NC (Hybrid) but open to remote candidates. Responsibilities: • Lead the creation and execution of sustainability strategies, including goal and policy-setting processes for animal welfare, aligned with industry best practices and compliance requirements. • Identify and address emerging sustainability issues and opportunities for leadership and collaboration. • Execute Compass and their client’s sustainability plans, manage cross-functional projects and facilitate goal attainment related to animal health and welfare. • Maintain and enhance processes to monitor and evaluate progress against animal welfare targets. • Manage and develop long-term relationships with strategic suppliers, distributors, and industry-specific associations. • Work with internal stakeholders to ensure the range of products has been sourced is aligned to meet sustainability needs. • Collaborate with the sustainability team to maintain and update external communications, disclosures, and reports. • Represent the organization in external sustainability collaborations and forums. • Provide operational direction to the category procurement activity and seek to add value to local procurement activities by developing processes that support the overall strategy. • Analyzes data or insights to determine industry and material trends, and devises long-term development strategies for categories and alternate options. • Ownership of required internal processes including budgeting, contract attributes, benchmarking, pricing, product recommendations, etc. Apply to Foodbuy today! Foodbuy is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Foodbuy maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at Foodbuy are offered many fantastic benefits. • Medical • Dental • Vision • Life Insurance/ AD • Disability Insurance • Retirement Plan • Paid Time Off • Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) • Associate Shopping Program • Health and Wellness Programs • Discount Marketplace • Identity Theft Protection • Pet Insurance • Commuter Benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information. Req ID: 1396245 Foodbuy MIRANDA CARTERET [[req_classification]]