A large multi-site and multinational apparel manufacturer is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead their Sustainability programs. Turning over $300M, the business manufacturers woven and knitted garments sold worldwide including in the UK. They have sales and design offices in the UK and the US.

The position is based in China

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
• 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
• Ensure raw materials are 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

Sustainability Manager: The Person:

• Previous experience in Sustainability with apparel manufacturing or with a apparel retailer/brand/supplier
• Strong experience in Sustainability - ESG
• Strong know-how on 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