The Scope
The Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) is a global, not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally sound, socially beneficial, and economically viable management of the world’s forests.
FSC sets trusted standards for responsible forestry and supply chains, enabling consumers and businesses to make informed choices about forest-based products. FSC certification helps address climate change, biodiversity loss, and social equity, while connecting responsible producers with global markets.
About the Role
This is a new and strategically important role within the FSC North America regional team.
As Supply Chain Network Manager, you will play a key role in connecting supply and demand for FSC-certified products across the forestry value chain in the US and Canada. By developing data-driven insights, visual mapping, and market intelligence, you will enable FSC teams to better support current and future certificate holders — ultimately contributing to the growth of FSC Forest Management and Chain of Custody certification.
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Understands forest product supply chains
- Enjoys making complex data accessible and actionable
- Is curious about market dynamics and industry trends
- Is excited to use technology and analytics to support sustainability at scale
Main Roles & Responsibilities
- Develop supply chain “heat maps” to visualize demand, supply, gaps, and bottlenecks
- Integrate external industry data with FSC datasets using Power BI and related tools
- Provide data and insights to support business development, outreach prioritization, and matchmaking
- Research and monitor industry trends, market developments, and news relevant to FSC
- Act as a connector between regional network partners and FSC International teams, especially Policy & Performance and Value Chain Development
- Support evidence-based decision-making across the North America team
Your profile
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in environmental science, forestry, data science, or a related field
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience, ideally within the forest products sector or related industries
- Legal authorization to work in the USA or Canada
Skills & Competencies
- Strong data analysis and visualization skills
- Ability to create custom, practical solutions by combining internal and external data
- Comfort working independently in a remote environment
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
- Strong written and spoken English
- Proficiency with Power BI, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and familiarity with AI tools
- Confident communicator, comfortable presenting to diverse audiences (virtual and in-person)
- Highly organized, self-directed, and effective with remote collaboration tools
- Collaborative mindset with a strategic, problem-solving approach
Why us?
At FSC, you’ll join a global, mission-driven organization working to protect forests, biodiversity, and livelihoods worldwide. We offer:
- A collaborative, inclusive, and values-led culture
- Meaningful work with real environmental and social impact
- Flexible, remote-friendly working arrangements
- Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and cross-regional collaboration
The Fine Print
FSC is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.
You don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at FSC!
