Manager, Sustainability Program & Stakeholder Engagement - GSC

Jobgether; United States; Hybrid; USD 107,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary range

Remote work opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Healthcare benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a Manager, Sustainability Program & Stakeholder Engagement – GSC in the United States. You will lead cross-functional sustainability programs, coordinate stakeholders, and translate strategic priorities into actionable plans while working with executives and external partners.

Remote flexibility across the United States with hybrid expectations for candidates in Houston, Texas. The role focuses on enterprise-wide transformation, strong governance, and credible sustainability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Sustainability degree preferred.
• 4–6 years of experience in project management, transformation, strategy, communications, or sustainability-related roles.
• Strong interest in sustainability and commitment to advancing environmental responsibility; direct sustainability experience not mandatory.
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders, workstreams and priorities.
• Proven ability to work with senior executives and translate strategy into actionable plans and measurable deliverables.
• Excellent writing, presentation, and storytelling skills for executive communications.
• Advanced PowerPoint skills and proficiency in Teams, Excel, and PM tools (Smartsheet, Planner, Asana).
• Strong strategic program management, cross-functional influence, change management, and transformation capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills, prioritization, tracking and systems-thinking.
• Sound judgment when evaluating sustainability claims and potential greenwashing.
• Collaborative, proactive, adaptable mindset; ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate sustainability programs across multiple units and stakeholder groups.
• Establish structured project management processes with regular check-ins and risk management.
• Maintain visibility into milestones, priorities, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Build relationships with internal teams and external partners to advance sustainability initiatives.
• Represent sustainability priorities in external forums and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and shared ownership of transformation initiatives.
• Organize and lead key sustainability meetings, including board and exec updates.
• Develop executive-ready presentations and communications translating complex info into insights.
• Manage the sustainability communications calendar and messaging alignment with Marketing.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Executive communications

PowerPoint

MS Teams

Excel

Smartsheet

Planner

Asana

Education

Bachelor's degree

Degree in Sustainability

Tools

Smartsheet

Planner

Asana

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Manager, Sustainability Program & Stakeholder Engagement – GSC based in the United States.

As a Sustainability Program and Stakeholder Engagement Manager, you will play a key role in advancing sustainability initiatives across a large, complex organization.
You will oversee cross-functional programs, coordinate stakeholders, and transform strategic sustainability priorities into actionable plans.
Working closely with senior executives, business leaders, and external partners, you will drive alignment and measurable progress.
You will lead executive communications, strategic meetings, and the development of impactful presentations for diverse audiences.
Your expertise will help strengthen sustainability practices, ensure responsible messaging, and identify opportunities for meaningful business impact.
This position offers an opportunity to influence enterprise-wide transformation in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
The role offers remote flexibility across the United States, with hybrid expectations for candidates based in Houston, Texas.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and coordinate sustainability programs across multiple business units, functions, and stakeholder groups, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

• Establish structured project management processes, including regular workstream check-ins, progress tracking, risk identification, and issue escalation.

• Maintain visibility into program milestones, priorities, dependencies, and deliverables while ensuring accountability across stakeholders.

• Build and strengthen relationships with internal teams and external partners to advance sustainability initiatives throughout the food system and value chain.

• Represent sustainability priorities in external forums, communicate strategic objectives, and identify opportunities for collaboration, impact, and business value.

• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration, manage interdependencies, and encourage shared ownership of transformation initiatives.

• Organize and lead key sustainability meetings, including board and executive leadership updates, senior management communications, monthly team meetings, and strategic working sessions.

• Develop compelling, executive-ready presentations and communication materials that translate complex information into clear, engaging, and actionable insights.

• Manage the sustainability communications and collateral calendar, coordinating timing, messaging, audiences, and key internal and external milestones.

• Collaborate with Marketing and Corporate Communications teams to ensure consistent, accurate, and credible sustainability messaging.

• Identify and manage greenwashing risks by applying sound judgment, rigor, and integrity to sustainability claims and communications.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; a degree in Sustainability is preferred.

• 4–6 years of experience in project management, transformation, strategy, communications, or sustainability-related roles.

• A strong interest in sustainability and commitment to advancing environmental and organizational responsibility; direct sustainability experience is not mandatory.

• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, workstreams, and competing priorities.

• Proven ability to work with senior executives and translate strategic direction into structured action plans and measurable deliverables.

• Exceptional writing, presentation, and storytelling skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, compelling executive communications.

• Advanced PowerPoint skills and strong proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Excel, and project management tools such as Smartsheet, Planner, or Asana.

• Strong strategic program management, cross-functional influence, change management, and transformation capabilities.

• Excellent organizational skills, prioritization, project tracking, and systems-thinking abilities, including understanding complex dependencies.

• Sound judgment and attention to detail when evaluating sustainability claims, communications, and potential greenwashing risks.

• A collaborative, proactive, and adaptable mindset, with the ability to take initiative, navigate ambiguity, and drive projects forward.

• Occasional travel may be required.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits:

• Annual salary range of $107,400–$161,000, depending on qualifications, experience, location, and other relevant factors.

• Potential eligibility for participation in an incentive compensation plan.

• Full-time employment with remote work opportunities for candidates located outside Houston, Texas.

• Hybrid work arrangement for candidates based in the Houston area, with on‑site presence based on business needs.

• Access to comprehensive employee benefits, including healthcare and other benefits. Additional details are available through the employer's benefits program.

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a global organization.

• The opportunity to contribute to impactful sustainability initiatives and enterprise-wide transformation.

• Occasional travel opportunities for stakeholder engagement and collaboration.