Sustainability Manager - UK

A large multi-site and multinational apparel manufacturer is seeking a Sustainability Manager In London to lead their Sustainability programs. Turning over $400M, the business manufacturers woven and knitted garments sold worldwide, including in the UK. They have a sales and design office in London.

The position is based in London.

Sustainability Manager: The Role:

Manage and implement the overall sustainability goals (carbon footprint, net zero, water and wastewater management, chemical management including ZDHC) of the business in partnership with cross-functional teams and key stakeholders
Manage the client relationships with existing customers (TESCO, Primark etc) as well as prospective customers
Liaise with clients on all aspects of Compliance and Sustainable Manufacturing
Ensure that the production practices within manufacturing units are in compliance
Develop and implement sustainability programs (renewable energy, reduction in freshwater use, ETP, HIGG FEM & FSM, GHG etc) that will bring measurable operational, environmental and social benefits for the company that drives business value
Work closely with buyers to ensure that in-house operations and manufacturing process is way ahead of their sustainability goals
Work closely with buyers and in-house commercial and product development teams to develop products that are fit for a circular fashion economy
Lead the program to ensure compliance within manufacturing
Ensure raw materials are ethically and sustainably sourced
Ensure raw material traceability data is accurately filed in line with the needs of customer’s systems and processes
Ensure internal processes, including staff processes provide a safe and equal working environment
Research sustainability fashion trends in the market, identify new opportunities and translate into proactive actions
Develop and nurture in-house sustainability culture and work practices through campaigns, projects, training etc

Requirements

Sustainability Manager: The Person:

Previous experience in Sustainability with apparel manufacturing or with an apparel retailer/brand/supplier
Strong experience in Sustainability - ESG and Compliance
Strong know-how in apparel manufacturing and product lifecycle
Strong communicator with capacity to guide and persuade a wide range of stakeholders
Well organised
Collaborative team player with good interpersonal and presentation skills
Good command over spoken and written English

If this sounds like you, please apply in confidence

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