Global Standards Manager - Web & Agentic Ecosystems

GS1 US; Ewing Township (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contributions

Disability Coverage

Mental Health & Wellbeing

Wellness Platform

PTO & Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Kudos

Catered Lunches

Job summary

GS1 US is seeking a Global Standards Manager to shape how data powers modern commerce. You will work at the intersection of web technologies, data, and global standards to ensure GS1 standards remain foundational for interoperable, machine-readable data across ecosystems.

You will influence standard evolution, collaborate with global stakeholders, retailers, and solution providers, and help drive adoption of GS1 standards in a rapidly changing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with APIs, web architectures, and data formats such as JSON or JSON-LD.
• Understanding how semantic data models support scalable, machine-readable systems.
• Experience in supply chain environments or deep expertise in semantic web technologies.
• Ability to evolve existing standards to support AI-driven and machine-based interactions.

Responsibilities

• Help evolve GS1 standards to ensure they remain foundational to modern commerce by enabling machine-readable, interoperable data.
• Advance GS1 standards such as Digital Link, Web Vocabulary, and the Global Data Model.
• Drive alignment of GS1 standards with web technologies, including APIs, JSON-LD, and semantic data models.
• Monitor emerging ecosystems and protocols, assess implications, and recommend evolutions.
• Contribute to development of machine-readable standards, including schemas, APIs, and developer tooling.
• Partner with retailers, brands, and solution providers to validate use cases and drive adoption.
• Provide thought leadership on trusted, interoperable data across identity, semantics, and provenance domains.
• Translate industry needs into standards-based solutions enabling scalable data exchange.

Skills

APIs

Web architectures

JSON-LD

Semantic data models

Tools

JSON-LD

APIs

Job description

Global Standards Manager - Web & Agentic Ecosystems

If you have been thinking about making a change and want to play a role in shaping how data powers the future of commerce, this is your opportunity. At GS1 US, we bring industries together to solve supply chain challenges and drive global standards that make business possible. As technology continues to evolve, your work will help ensure GS1 standards remain foundational to how businesses connect, transact, and share trusted data.

What is in it for you

You will work at the intersection of web technologies, data, and global standards in a role that is highly visible across GS1 and with external stakeholders. You will influence how GS1 standards evolve to support emerging technologies and ensure they remain relevant in a rapidly changing environment.

You will have the opportunity to partner with global stakeholders, retailers, brands, and solution providers to drive adoption and shape how standards are used across modern commerce ecosystems.

You will work with a collaborative and mission-driven team in a company known for its world-class culture and commitment to making a meaningful impact. In return, you will be rewarded with competitive pay, strong benefits, and the opportunity to do work that shapes how business operates globally.

We are currently recruiting for this position, which offers a salary range of $90k-$110k.

This position qualifies for participation in our annual employee bonus program.

This position is also eligible for company sponsored benefits, which include:

• 401(k) with Employer Safe Harbor and Profit-Sharing Contributions - effective immediately
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Mental Health and Wellbeing (6 employer sponsored therapy and coaching sessions)
• Individual Wellness Platform
• Generous PTO and Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Kudos (employee recognition and engagement platform)
• Catered Lunches 2x/week on in office days

Who you are

You are a technically curious problem solver who understands how web technologies, data models, and emerging technologies come together to enable interoperability across systems and industries. You are comfortable operating in evolving environments and bring a strong point of view on how standards should adapt to support what comes next.

You have experience working with APIs, web architectures, and data formats such as JSON or JSON-LD and understand how semantic data models support scalable, machine-readable systems.

You bring experience in supply chain environments or have deep expertise in semantic web technologies and data models, and you understand how structured data enables connectivity across organizations and platforms.

You are energized by the opportunity to evolve existing standards to support modern use cases, including AI-driven and machine-based interactions.

You are a strong collaborator who can work across industries, translate complex technical concepts into clear guidance, and bring GS1 expertise into broader discussions to drive adoption and impact.

What you will do

In short, you will help evolve GS1 standards to ensure they remain foundational to modern commerce by enabling machine-readable, interoperable data across global ecosystems.

Here are a few other details:

• Advance GS1 standards such as Digital Link, Web Vocabulary, and the Global Data Model to support modern, machine-driven use cases.
• Drive alignment of GS1 standards with web technologies, including APIs, JSON-LD, and semantic data models.
• Monitor and engage with emerging ecosystems and protocols, assessing implications and recommending how GS1 standards should evolve.
• Contribute to the development of machine-readable standards, including schemas, APIs, and developer tooling.
• Partner with retailers, brands, and solution providers to validate use cases and drive adoption of GS1 standards.
• Provide thought leadership on trusted, interoperable data across identity, semantics, and provenance domains.
• Translate industry needs into standards-based solutions that enable scalable and interoperable data exchange.

Ready to be part of a team that believes the identification of everything makes anything possible? Apply today—we can’t wait to hear your story.

GS1 US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

GS1 US does not accept unsolicited resumes from search or staffing firms.