Strategic developer for commercial sustainability and health projects to leverage towards brands and customers.
Are you motivated to drive a sustainable future for dairy, inspire good food habits, and create a positive impact on the environment for generations to come?
If you have a strong interest in sustainability, health, and organic innovation, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference. In this unique role, you will work at the intersection of consumers, health, and agriculture, finding innovative and impactful ways to advance the Arla brand.
How you will make an impact
As Head of Ethics First, you will join our Europe-zone team and report directly to the Vice President of the Global Arla Brand, Katie Reed. You will take charge of developing strategic sustainability and health projects, acting as the key link between our experts, customers, and consumers. This highly influential role requires strategic vision, commercial acumen and the ability to create direction. Examples of your impact areas include:
- Leading the development of our Food Habits pillar as part of our health strategy
- Setting company-wide direction for naturalness within our natural framework
- Shaping our organic strategy and connecting it to regenerative agriculture with guidance for markets and farmers
- Driving future strategies for Farm Ahead, nature, and animal welfare, and maximizing consumer engagement
- Analysing key sustainability consumer metrics to enhance our efforts and results
Your focus will be on identifying consumer needs, developing new concepts, and contributing to the strategic direction of future sustainability initiatives. You will also support our markets on their sustainability projects and manage the Arla Organic brand book, as well as long-term strategic farm projects.
As Head of Ethics First, you will play a vital role in the global Arla Brand leadership team, driving the overall agenda and supporting the development of the Ethics First Brand Manager.
Flexible Location Across Europe
You can be based in Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, or the UK. Regular travel to Denmark or other European markets is expected, along with flexible options to work from home or utilize one of our European offices.
What will make you successful
We are looking for someone driven by a passion for sustainability, health, and agriculture. You are a strategic thinker, always eager to learn and stay ahead of trends. You possess strong leadership skills, thrive on collaboration, and excel at influencing senior stakeholders. You are confident in setting direction, building relationships, and leading others through complex, strategic challenges. Your ability to balance creativity with commercial sense allows you to deliver solutions that make an impact. Furthermore, we expect that you bring:
- Proven experience in marketing, business development, or sustainability
- Strong commercial mindset and experience developing consumer concepts
- Fluency in English
Application and Contact
Ready for the challenge? Apply as soon as possible. We process applications continuously and will close the role when we find the right candidate. For more information, contact Katie Reed at +44 7813 526 573.
About the Global Arla Brand Team
We are part of a wider Marketing and Commercial Operations team in the Euro Zone, driving transformational change and profitable growth. We therefore drive a wider commercial agenda via, for example, categories and Net Revenue Management. Our ambition is to make Arla a household name and the number one choice for customers and consumers.
We believe in:
- Leading courageously
- Building followership and trust
- Minimizing bureaucracy and taking action
- Connecting markets and functions for greater results
- Being passionate and having fun as a team
Shape the Future of Dairy
Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to producing high-quality products while championing sustainability and innovation. We're passionate about people and our planet, striving to unleash the full potential in each of us. Our goal is to make healthy dairy nutrition and good food habits accessible to all. Join us at Arla Foods and become part of a worldwide cooperative dedicated to making a significant impact on the planet and steering the dairy industry towards a sustainable future.
We are devoted to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Diversity and collaboration are key to our success, propelling us to new heights in the dairy industry.
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