Sustainability Manager - Materials Expert

Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials; España; A distancia; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A global sustainability organization seeks a highly motivated Sustainability Manager based in Spain. This remote position requires expertise in sustainability, project management, and strong communication skills. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and 4–6 years of experience in sustainability roles. Benefits include a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and 30 days of annual leave.

Servicios

Competitive salary

30 days of annual paid leave

Annual salary adjustments

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Formación

• 4 – 6 years of experience in sustainability roles related to chemistry or materials.
• Experience in environmental assessments (LCA/GHG) preferred.
• Strong ability to write research papers and reports.

Responsabilidades

• Contribute to Advisory Services Projects and support stakeholders.
• Conduct literature reviews on sustainability standards.
• Develop guides with research findings.

Conocimientos

Sustainability expertise

Project management

Data analysis

Excellent written and spoken English

Teamwork and communication

Educación

Degree in chemical engineering, materials engineering, sustainability, or environmental management

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Are you ready to join a team of passionate, energised and supportive individuals dedicated to advancing the transition to a sustainable and circular bioeconomy?

RSB - Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials Association seeks a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the team as our Sustainability Manager – Materials Expert an ideal position for someone interested in furthering an international career in an organisation focused on sustainability and industry transformation.

About Us

Our small and dedicated team of committed professionals works on a global scale to develop solutions to some of the world’s biggest challenges. We operate remotely, situated in many countries around the world with a strong, collaborative working environment fostering professional development and a healthy work-life balance. Our team allows for individual autonomy and the opportunity to engage with a full spectrum of roles within the diverse range of organisations in our stakeholder base.

RSB is a global, multi-stakeholder organisation dedicated to driving the truly sustainable development of the bioeconomy based on our best-in-class sustainability framework. Frequently noted as industry leaders in navigating the complexities of supply chain sustainability, we take pride in applying our robust sustainability framework in diverse sectors including aviation, chemicals, materials, and shipping, among others. For more information, visit www.rsb.org

Your Role

• Contribute to RSB’s Advisory Services Projects assigned to you, including operational, administrative, engagement and content development activities.
• Support the implementation of project work packages and tasks in topics such as sustainability of alternative feedstocks and sustainable processing of alternative materials.
• Conduct literature reviews and benchmarks about existing sustainability standards, policies and guidance, focused on defining the sustainability of alternative materials, with a focus on alternative plastics.
• Research about feedstock selection and responsible sourcing of alternative materials.
• Material design and tradeoffs with other environmental and social impacts.
• Local context across different countries.
• Detect best practices for stakeholder and community engagement.
• Considerations of circularity and fit with existing local waste management.
• Identifying relevant stakeholders and keep stakeholder engagement records up to date.
• Conducting interviews with experts to validate assumptions.
• Using RSB’s tools to assess environmental and social risks.
• Develop practical guides with the findings of the research.
• Organising online project meetings, workshops and other related events with relevant stakeholders, to connect with expertise and facilitate knowledge sharing.
• Writing project reports and slide decks to be presented at workshops and events.
• Develop training and e-learning content to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge gap analysis.
• Support analysis of policy and regulatory drivers that influence the uptake of alternative materials and sustainable packaging.
• Contribute to ongoing and future advisory services projects related to biomaterials, which could include, but are not limited to:
• Feedstock Sustainability Assessments.
• Techno-economic Assessments.
• GHG calculations and implementation of LCA analyses.
• Standards development.
• Benchmarks and gap analyses, including alignment with policy and regulatory instruments.
• Training activities.
• Other activities as deemed relevant to Advisory Services purposes, and support to other RSB areas, as required.

Requirements

RSB seeks an individual based in Spain, Germany, or the UK, equipped with relevant experience and a strong commitment to sustainability.

Required – Education, experience, and qualifications

• Between 4 – 6 years of professional experience in sustainability roles, related to chemistry, materials, plastics, and / or bioplastics sectors.
• Experience in related industries (e.g. packaging, food and beverage, textile, etc.) and / or consultancy.
• Experience with sustainability certification, environmental and social assessments will be considered as a plus.
• Experience in the circular economy field and conducting environmental assessments (LCA / GHG) will be considered as a plus.
• Strong experience writing research papers and reports.
• Experience in data analysis.
• Proven project management skills.
• Excellent spoken and written English.
• Degree in a relevant field, e.g., chemical engineering, materials engineering, sustainability, environmental management, etc.
• Confidence and ability to communicate effectively with companies, governmental institutions, non-profit agencies, academia, and other experts on a global scale.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.
• Valid work permit for the applicable countries (Spain / Germany / UK).

Required – Personal attributes

• Works effectively in a team environment, and is cooperative, empathetic and supportive with team members.
• Resilient, adaptable and flexible.
• Proactive and autonomous.
• Ability to work with a multicultural and virtual team.
• Strong motivation and drive for sustainability.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Willing to travel as required by the job.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Excellent holiday provision with 30 days of annual paid leave
• Annual salary adjustments for cost-of-living increases
• Flexible working hours
• Remote working in a home office with periodic in-person team meetings
• Professional development opportunities

Important Information

• Location : Home office-based, for candidates currently located in Spain / Germany / UK, and in possession of a valid work permit (no Visa sponsorship).
• Travel : Required for meetings several times per year.
• Position type : Full-time.
• Duration : Indefinite, with a 6-month trial period.
• Preferred Start Date : Immediate.
• Application Deadline : 15 October 2025.