Global Sustainability Manager

We are Hiring a Global Sustainability Manager for a UK Vision and Consumer Care Company.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with 4-5 years of experience in sustainability, especially within the FMCG or healthcare industries.

Our client, a part of a globally leading group in optics, is seeking a Global Sustainability Manager. With over 30,000 employees across 50 countries, they enhance the lives and vision of millions of people worldwide. As a branded lens leader, our client offers premium, innovative products with cutting-edge solutions at the heart of everything they do. Headquartered in Birmingham, UK, they provide a dynamic work environment where employees make a meaningful daily impact.

The business is thriving, having achieved double-digit growth over the past decade, and is now focused on accelerating its sustainable growth even further.

In the Global Sustainability Manager role, you will align the company’s sustainability strategy with group objectives and embed sustainability practices into core business operations. You will be pivotal in driving supply chain sustainability, ensuring compliance for new eyecare products, and managing the supply chain’s and consumer packaging’s sustainability.

Job Responsibilities

The Global Sustainability Manager will:

Ensure consumer eyecare products are as sustainable as possible by developing and implementing a robust sustainability strategy.
Develop, plan, and implement the sustainability roadmap for consumer eyecare products.
Play a pivotal role in planning and implementing product and technology initiatives.
Establish a sustainable and responsible supply chain.
Lead engagement with key stakeholders on sustainability initiatives.
Align the strategy with corporate and customer sustainability goals.
Support product launches (lens, screen cleaning, and eye care range) to ensure regulatory compliance and adherence to sustainability strategies.
Contribute to supplier development for responsible and sustainable sourcing.
Manage external regulatory and technology consultants/partners to complement internal expertise.

with the objectives to:

Ensure products are as sustainable as possible.
Ensure compliance with sustainability regulations across all markets.
Serve as the custodian of sustainability information, ensuring it is complete, accurate, and auditable.
Provide technical support to procurement teams.
Ensure suppliers uphold their sustainability and regulatory obligations.

Qualifications

Experience

Candidate Must-Have:
- Degree in Sciences & Technology or Engineering (STEM) or relevant subject.
- 4-5 years of experience in a sustainability-focused role, with a proven track record of delivering outcomes.
- Experience in the consumer-packaged goods or healthcare industry with transferable skills.
- Familiarity with highly regulated environments.
- Experience collaborating with external regulatory agencies and suppliers.
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to travel internationally (US/Asia/Europe).
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
- An inquisitive mindset and interest in staying updated on sustainability initiatives.
- Strong analytical and data-focused approach.
Desirable:
- At least 3 years’ experience in a highly regulated environment.
- Technical qualification in sustainability.
- Experience in packaging development.

Required skills

Problem-Solving: Analyze data to identify key issues and develop well-reasoned solutions.
Creativity & Innovation: Go beyond conventional ideas to achieve improved results.
Collaboration: Build and maintain effective relationships across departments, even in challenging situations.
Communication: Clearly articulate ideas, both verbally and in writing, to promote understanding and drive performance improvements.
Leadership: Recognize opportunities to enhance results and take ownership to drive change.
Technical Expertise: Possess specialized skills and stay current in sustainability-related fields.
Continuous Learning: Demonstrate self-awareness, openness to feedback, and a desire to develop new skills and knowledge.

What the organization offers

Competitive salary + Bonus
Office-based role from Tuesday to Thursday, with occasional travel to Asia, Europe, and the US as required.
Career progression and personal development
Healthcare coverage and pension scheme
Please Note: This role does not offer visa sponsorship

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Job Status

Closed

Job Type

Permanent

Recruiter

Hayatte Loukili

Job Posted

2025/01/14

Job Reference

195-2024-H

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