Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. Working in 100 locations globally, with annual sales exceeding $4 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

 

Purpose Statement

Responsible for supporting the execution of responsible/sustainable sourcing efforts considering the environmental, social, and ethical factors throughout the supply chain. Aids in the monitoring of the implementation of the company's sustainability policy goals with a special focus on suppliers and the sourcing markets. Supports the ongoing governance of Rich’s corporate standards for suppliers/vendors/factories to ensure products meet any statutory requirements and social norms.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

Strategy:
•    ESG Data Analysis & Strategy Support:
Assist in analyzing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) data to inform the development, execution, and tracking of procurement strategies. Provide insights for both internal and external reporting needs.
•    Climate Focus:
Support the analysis and maintenance of Scope 3 category 1 purchase goods and services data to ensure alignment to the development of Forest, Land, and Agriculture (FLAG) targets and reporting under GHG protocol and/or with the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and relevant regulatory frameworks.
Coordinate with internal teams to manage data collection for the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) reporting related to climate and forest sections related to procurement data. 
•    Responsible Sourcing:
Support data collection and reporting to ensure compliance with chain of custody standards for responsibly sourced commodities such as palm oil, cocoa, seafood, eggs, fiber, and others.
Research best practices and emerging trends to ensure ongoing compliance with sustainability standards, and collaborate with global stakeholders to align procurement strategies with Generation of Good objectives.
•    Supply Chain Due Diligence:
Support scaling of supplier ESG management to enhance risk management and digital transformation efforts for supplier reporting.
Conduct supplier assessments, monitor performance, and implement corrective measures as needed for over 1,000 suppliers.
Governance/Reporting/Communication:
•    Supply Chain Certifications & Reporting:
Collect and analyze data related to sourcing for external reporting requirements, such as CDP Climate & Forest, RSPO ACOP, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) packaging legislation, Project Gigaton, and SBTi.
Support the creation of bi-annual ESG scorecards, including data analysis for the Generations of Good Scorecard presented to the Board of Directors, as it relates to Rich’s global supply chain data. 
•    Internal & External ESG Communications:
Contribute to procurement’s role in ESG communications, providing necessary reports and insights for both internal and external stakeholders.
•    Project & Initiative Tracking:
Assist in tagging and tracking ESG initiatives aligned with enterprise goals, monitor progress toward targets, and help shape 2030 sustainability goals, as it relates to Rich’s global supply chain data.
Training & Engagement:
•    ESG Education:
Support internal training and educational initiatives focused on key ESG topics such as Scope 3 emissions, SBTi and FLAG goals, deforestation-free sourcing, traceability, and ethical sourcing.
Develop and present content for committees, departments, and cross-functional teams, ensuring ongoing education and engagement on ESG issues.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

•    Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred;  BA in Environmental Sciences,  Engineering Sciences or related field  preferred.
•    2+ years experience in a business leadership role with experience leading sustainability initiatives; Experience in the food industry a plus
•    Experience handling data sets and running analysis in Excel or similar software
•    Experience performing analysis of climate change or related environmental data
•    Experience presenting data analysis and collaborating with internal partners
•    Experience maintaining successful relationships with external partners, including but not limited to NGOs, governmental agencies, suppliers and related companies
•    Experience working within a dynamic cross-functional team environment, navigating data to drive priorities and deliver results
•    Experience in manufacturing facilities desirable
•    Operations experience and implementing training of colleagues desirable
•    Key skills to support success in role:   
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Organizational and process development skills preferred
Exceptional collaboration and communication skills
High levels of energy, creativity and enthusiasm
Strong sense of ownership over data management
Ability to take initiative as a self-starter
Comfortable operating in highly dynamic and ever-changing environments 
Ability to work well in a collaborative environment
Effective planning and prioritization skills
Reliable and flexible
Ability to work effectively with suppliers, customers and associates 
Some understanding of business plan, budgeting and cost reporting 
Ability to support root cause analysis and implement countermeasures 

 

COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

 

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$66,215.00 - $89,585.00

 

 

 

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

 

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Human Resources department at hrhelp@rich.com if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.