Our client is a multinational manufacturing client who is looking for a Sustainability Manager. This is a salaried, exempt position reporting to the C.E.O. This position is responsible for the development and management of the environmental and social sustainability programs and all they entail throughout the organization, supply chain, and industry working groups. This team member is expected to contribute to the attainment of Sustainability and company goals by completing duties as identified with accuracy and integrity.
Primary Responsibilities
Define, develop, and manage the sustainability short and long-term strategy for the organization and business units, including the creation of metrics of success and KPIs for areas including but not limited to social compliance, water, climate, waste, and circularity.
Collect and maintain all social and environmental data for reporting needs and present it in a concise and effective manner. This includes but is not limited to, energy, water, waste, and greenhouse gasses (GHG).
Assess and analyze current company policies and processes to identify areas in and processes to which improvements can be made in accordance with the organization's commitment to sustainability.
Manage the verification and certification of all sustainability claims, products, and practices and maintain ongoing compliance.
Work with R&D and Production team to identify, pursue, and incorporate sustainable design opportunities for sustainable improvement for current and future products.
Draft and prepare sustainability-based reports, presentations, and proposals, detailing progress towards KPIs and goals for internal and external stakeholders.
Research, identify, and determine the feasibility of new sustainable materials and technologies.
Attend, participate, and represent the organization at meetings, conferences, tradeshows, and other industry events.
Provide educational training around our sustainability goals and practices to employees and partners.
Stay informed on sustainability developments across the broader industry and with our customers and competitors.
Assist team to resolve complex or out-of-policy operation problems.
Perform other duties as assigned with proper attitude and accuracy.
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
This position requires advanced analytical and reasoning skills. A university degree is required, with a graduate degree being preferred. The sustainability manager must be organized, thorough, and have good verbal, written, and presentation skills. This position may require lifting of up to 20 pounds