Public Affairs Manager, NA Policy & Sustainability

NatureWorks LLC; Blair (NE); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Company-paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Benefits begin on day one

Job summary

NatureWorks LLC seeks a Public Affairs Manager – North America to advance the company’s interests at state and federal levels. The role focuses on building relationships with policymakers, monitoring legislation, and communicating policy implications across sustainability and bioeconomy initiatives.

Based in the Omaha/Lincoln area or Plymouth, MN, this position requires up to 50% travel, strong advocacy skills, and the ability to navigate politically sensitive issues while keeping business

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in agriculture, public policy, political science, biotechnology, business, or related field.
• Experience in government affairs, legislative affairs, agriculture, public policy, circular economy, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of the political and legislative landscape with Nebraska connections preferred.
• Strong understanding of federal process and ability to engage on federal issues.
• Good understanding of composting, recycling, and waste management relevant to bioplastics.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with federal and state legislators, regulatory agencies, economic development organizations, trade associations, and industry leaders.
• Represent the company with elected officials and policymakers, communicating business and policy interests clearly.
• Monitor and engage on state and federal legislation and regulation affecting our business and the bio-based materials industry.
• Identify legislative risks/opportunities and recommend advocacy strategies.
• Represent the company in legislative meetings, hearings, fly-ins, facility visits, coalitions, and external forums.
• Develop testimony, comments, talking points, briefing materials, and position statements.
• Translate policy developments into business implications and recommendations for leadership and teams.
• Serve as a policy resource for key customers when legislative or regulatory developments affect their businesses.

Skills

Relationship-building

Policy advocacy

Public policy

Legislative affairs

Stakeholder management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

NatureWorks LLC seeks a Public Affairs Manager – North America to advance the company’s interests at state and federal levels. The role focuses on building relationships with policymakers, monitoring legislation, and communicating policy implications across sustainability and bioeconomy initiatives.

Based in the Omaha/Lincoln area or Plymouth, MN, this position requires up to 50% travel, strong advocacy skills, and the ability to navigate politically sensitive issues while keeping business