Lead Packaging & Product Sustainability Consultant

Environmental Resources Management (ERM); Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Disability insurance

Job summary

ERM seeks a Managing Consultant, Packaging and Product Sustainability in the United States to lead high‑impact client engagements within a growing Sustainable Products and Supply Chain team. The role blends technical packaging expertise with consulting leadership and commercial acumen to translate sustainability goals into practical strategies for packaging, materials, and circularity.

Proximity to an ERM office is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in packaging science, environmental science, sustainability, engineering, chemistry, materials science, biology, business, supply chain, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in sustainable packaging or related fields; consulting experience preferred.
• Experience leading complex projects with scope, schedule, budget, and client deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large, multidisciplinary projects in sustainable packaging, product sustainability, and circular economy.
• Translate sustainability commitments and regulatory requirements into actionable strategies.
• Advise on packaging optimization, recyclability, and environmental standards.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and client relationships to ensure commercial performance.

Skills

Client relationship management

Consulting leadership

Packaging sustainability

Regulatory interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Advanced degree or professional certification (preferred)

Job description

ERM seeks a Managing Consultant, Packaging and Product Sustainability in the United States to lead high‑impact client engagements within a growing Sustainable Products and Supply Chain team. The role blends technical packaging expertise with consulting leadership and commercial acumen to translate sustainability goals into practical strategies for packaging, materials, and circularity.

Proximity to an ERM office is preferred but not required.