Job Description:
Why join us
Own your path at Trouw Nutrition, part of Nutreco, an SHV company. We cultivate talent, curiosity and diversity as well as offer exposure to meaningful projects and passionate customers and colleagues around the world. Join us as Sustainability Manager Swine ECA (Europe and Central Asia) share our purpose of Feeding the Future as you grow both personally and professionally. Together we can transition towards a more sustainable, equitable and balanced protein production.
What you’ll do
As the Sustainability Manager, your mission is to take the lead by executing a comprehensive Sustainability Roadmap for Swine initiatives across the ECA region. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate closely with various departments, including sales, technical, and global teams to drive sustainability strategies, elevate the company’s reputation and strengthen Trouw Nutrition’s position as leader in sustainable animal nutrition within the ECA market.
This role will be responsible for executing and scaling our swine carbon reduction program across ECA, acting as both a strategic driver and industry ambassador. The focus is on connecting sustainability with commercial impact, while engaging key regional customers, supporting sales, and positioning the program as a driver of efficiency and precision. As part of the carbon reduction program, the person will lead the adoption of digital carbon footprint tools, working closely with the digital team to implement solutions, train stakeholders, and identify emission hotspots.
The role involves representing Trouw Nutrition at industry events, strengthening its sustainability positioning at CEO level, and building a strong network across the value chain (retailers, producers, partners, and experts).
In short, a very diverse and challenging role with a lot of opportunities to lead and shape how we feed the future in Europe & Central Asia.
Who we’re looking for
A successful candidate will require strong stakeholder influence, the ability to translate sustainability into clear business value and lead the path for sustainable swine production (especially in a market with limited regulatory pressure and no established market standard). Their passion for sustainability will translate into inspiration for stakeholders to join our purpose, pave the path for early adopters and build partnerships across the value chain that drive long-term impact in the swine industry.
You’ll also need:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sustainability, Agriculture or Marketing.
You bring 7+ years of professional experience, with demonstrated exposure to sustainability topics, concepts and initiatives.
You have a track record in driving sustainability initiatives and the ability to translate them into business impact.
Experience within the animal production/feed/nutrition sectors will be preferred. Other industries such as food or animal pharma, are also welcomed.
You are passionate about sustainability and want to be a force for change.
You have the ability to influence others and naturally inspire others through your passion for sustainability.
Fluent English, other European languages are appreciated.
Strong business acumen, stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
You live in Europe and are willing to occasionally travel to Amersfoort or other locations in ECA if needed.
What you’ll receive
As part of Nutreco, you’ll be a member of the SHV family, a diverse group of companies with global footprint. Join us and you’ll gain access to a wide network of expertise and global career paths. You’ll also benefit from the backing of one of the world’s largest privately owned businesses, known for its stability and long-term focus.
In addition, you’ll receive:
A competitive salary package
Opportunities for further learning opportunities and professional development within Nutreco and the broader SHV group.
A flexible work environment with the option to work from home.
The support to thrive within our inclusive, international culture and dynamic environment.
How and why to find out more
We can offer you a rewarding career with real meaning and purpose. Where you’ll feel proud of the impactful role you perform every day and the part you play in Feeding the Future. So, if you’re interested in joining us, get ready to Own your progress, your potential and your career. We aim to review all applications within five business days and will get back to you as soon as possible.
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Our organisation:
Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and fish feed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for agriculture and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Nutreco is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered for all roles without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital, parental, military status or any other status protected by applicable local law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process if you require accommodation. Nutreco is committed to compliance with all applicable legislation, including providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Sustainability, Agriculture or Marketing
- 7+ years of professional experience with exposure to sustainability topics
- Proven track record driving sustainability initiatives and translating them into business impact
- Experience within animal production, feed, or nutrition sectors
- Passion for sustainability and ability to inspire stakeholders
- Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills
- Strong business acumen
- Fluent English
- Knowledge of or experience with digital carbon footprint tools / carbon accounting (implementation or adoption)
- Willingness to live in Europe and occasionally travel to Amersfoort or other ECA locations
- Other European languages
Nutreco Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Nutreco and has not been reviewed or approved by Nutreco.
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Healthcare Strength — U.S. roles commonly advertise medical, dental and vision coverage with HSA/FSA options, plus disability and life insurance. Descriptions frequently characterize the overall benefits package as good.
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Retirement Support — U.S. positions cite employer‑matched retirement plans, and Netherlands roles reference robust pension provisions. These programs are presented as a core component of total compensation across locations.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time‑off offerings include PTO and paid holidays in U.S. postings and generous vacation allowances in the Netherlands. Paid parental leave appears in some postings.
Nutreco Insights
What We Do
Nutreco is a global leader in animal nutrition and aquafeed. Our advanced nutritional solutions are at the origin of food for millions of consumers worldwide. Quality, innovation and sustainability are guiding principles, embedded in the Nutreco culture from research and raw material procurement to products and services for livestock farming and aquaculture. Experience across 100 years brings Nutreco a rich heritage of knowledge and experience for building its future. Nutreco employs approximately 11,000 people in 35 countries, with sales in over 90 countries.
