Director of Sustainable Materials Strategy (Remote)

Job summary

This role focuses on leading the sustainable resin strategy, integrating technical expertise in materials science with sustainability goals and commercial viability. The position involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication of complex topics.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a corporate environment, particularly in sustainability and materials science.
• Deep knowledge of resins and polymers, including sustainable applications and feedstocks.
• Familiarity with mass balance systems and traceability models in industrial supply chains.
• Understanding of certification schemes for sustainable materials.
• Proven ability to align sustainability ambitions with commercial realities.
• Strong collaboration skills in complex organizational structures.
• Excellent communication skills for non-expert audiences.
• Project management experience with a focus on delivering outcomes.
• Proficient in PowerPoint and executive communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the sustainable resin strategy and ensure alignment with sustainability goals.
• Develop and implement standards and recommendations for sustainable materials.
• Manage cross-functional projects from exploration to implementation.
• Analyze and present complex trade-offs to senior leadership.
• Facilitate internal learning sessions on technical topics.
• Represent the organization in external collaborations on sustainability.

Skills

• Strong project management and problem-solving abilities.
• High-level communication and storytelling skills.
• Business acumen to balance sustainability with profitability.

Education

• Relevant degree in materials science, sustainability, or related field preferred.

Tools

• Proficiency in PowerPoint and other presentation tools.