Product Sustainability Manager

Fanatics, Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global sports merchandise company based in Manchester is seeking a Product Sustainability Manager who will drive sustainability strategy in alignment with regulatory needs and corporate goals. The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration and experience in apparel and sustainability. Key responsibilities include managing product compliance, facilitating knowledge transfer, and supporting sustainable initiatives. The position offers a dynamic work culture and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Collaborative work environment

Focus on continuous development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Apparel, Textiles, Sustainability and Supply Chain.
• Direct experience in product or materials sustainability preferred.
• Knowledge of EU and UK sustainability regulations related to products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sustainability strategies tailored to European markets.
• Manage product traceability/chain of custody data for sustainability claims.
• Engage with external partners on sustainability-related requirements.

Skills

Strong communicator

Cross-functional teamwork

ESG regulations knowledge

Analytical skills

Tools

PLM systems

Job description

Job Description

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Role Overview

This role will serve as the liaison between global Sustainability and Fanatics International and will execute sustainability strategy tailored for a European regional context. The Manager will facilitate the development, commercialization and marketing of preferred materials and product in alignment with regulatory needs and corporate sustainability goals. The Product Sustainability Manager will report to the Sustainability Director, Environment. The position is based in Manchester, UK.

How you will make an impact:

• Develop and execute product/materials sustainability strategies, particularly tailored to European partner and consumer expectations
• Facilitate knowledge transfer between the global Sustainability team and European-market business teams to develop impact strategy and initiatives
• Manage product traceability/chain of custody data to support sustainability claims, reporting, and third-party certifications
• Work with Government Relations and Brand Responsibility teams to track regional product, EPR, and other ESG regulations and create compliance action plans
• Manage regional EPR reporting requirements
• Engage with external partners, including sporting leagues and clubs, on sustainability-related requirements and shared goals
• Track and ensure compliance with partner/licensor sustainability requirements
• Support the development of business data systems to meet sustainability reporting needs
• Support team to design with circularity in mind through guidelines or education
• Serve as a regional ambassador for all aspects of global Sustainability, including via training and best practice sharing
• Support other sustainability initiatives across global geographies as needed

What you bring to the team:

• Strong communicator and proven success working cross-functionally
• 5+ years Apparel, Textiles, Sustainability and Supply Chain experience
• Direct experience in product or materials sustainability preferred
• Strong knowledge of product costing and associated challenges
• Knowledge of EU and UK sustainability regulation, particularly related to product sustainability, EPR and green claims
• Experience collecting and validating Transaction Certificates
• Analytical skills in interpreting material forecasts, assessing environmental and product impact scores, and refining product attribute disclosures
• Experience with PLM systems and product-related data

At Fanatics, we value transparency and honesty. If you don't meet every single requirement, that's okay - we still want to hear from you! We believe in the power of diverse experiences and talents. If you're excited about the role and confident that you can contribute, don't hesitate to apply. We're genuinely interested in how your unique skills and perspective can help us build something amazing together.

What's in it for you:

Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you'll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.

Benefits: At Fanatics, we're dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life; as such we offer a range of competitive benefits tailored to each country in which we operate. Specific details regarding the benefits package applicable to your location will be shared and discussed during the interview process.