Sustainability & CE Policy and Advocacy Manager

Saint-Gobain North America; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sustainability & CE Policy and Advocacy Manager to lead policy initiatives across North America. This pivotal role involves developing and implementing strategies that shape public policy and advocacy for sustainability and circular economy practices. Candidates should possess extensive experience in government affairs, sustainability, and public policy, bringing a strong analytical mindset and the ability to navigate complex political landscapes. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making a positive impact in sustainable construction and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in environmental engineering, public policy, or related fields.
• Experience in government affairs and sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advocacy strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Monitor and analyze sustainability policies and legislative trends.

Skills

Sustainability Knowledge

Waste Management

Circular Economy

Decarbonization

Energy Efficiency

Public Policy

Communications

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Legislation Monitoring Tools

Job description

Sustainability & CE Policy and Advocacy Manager

WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

Saint-Gobain’s Circular Economy Solutions business is looking for a Sustainability & CE Policy and Advocacy Manager who will be responsible for planning, overseeing and leading policy and advocacy activities in North America. This role will work closely with the Saint-Gobain North America Region businesses, ESG group and other relevant internal and external stakeholders to develop internal and public policy positions as it relates to sustainability and the development of circular economy models for each of the businesses. The role will develop these positions into internal and external policies and will be responsible for communicating these positions internally and externally. This is a senior role that will be required to have a broad knowledge of our businesses, ESG issues relevant to those businesses and working knowledge of how public policy and customer preference impact our ability to work toward our mission of being the leader in light and sustainable construction as well as our purpose to make the world a better home.

Domains of expertise: broad sustainability knowledge, waste management and circularity, decarbonization, energy efficiency, renewables, sustainable construction; public policy; communications; extended producer responsibility.

Essential Functions

• Policy/Advocacy position/plan development and implementation
  • Develop the advocacy, public affairs strategy plans and papers consistent with SGNA and Group business objectives to shape the work of trade associations, as well as advocating for Saint-Gobain’s interests.
  • Work with the Law Department to establish and follow guidelines and procedures for conducting policy, advocacy, and government funding activities in compliance with all relevant state and federal laws and internal company policy on lobbying, competition, and government contracts, minimizing risk to the company.
• Policy tracking and analysis
  • Create, maintain and monitor policies and accompany legislative initiatives and policy trends in the fields of sustainability, ESG, circular economy, buildings and construction.
  • Implement new sustainability policies across businesses, including Extended Producer Responsibility laws in North America based on targeted research needs and policy research.
• Communications and stakeholder management
  • Lead a working group of representatives while proactively engaging with policymakers, stakeholders and internal/external advocacy networks to engage in relevant non-legislative initiatives around sustainable construction (Green building rating tools, Environmental Product Declarations, etc.).
• Ability to understand complex policy proposals and analyze the impacts to the company.
• Skilled at working across a collaborative, matrixed organization.
• Analytical skills combined with ability to understand political dynamics and adapt to political changes.
• Able to build a solid network internally and externally.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree + 10 years of experience or Master’s Degree + 7 years of experience in relevant technical fields such as environmental engineering, public policy, political science, etc.

• 7 years + of experience in Government affairs, public policy, sustainability, circular economy or related, relevant functional experience.
• 2 years + experience working for a manufacturer preferred.
• Knowledge of institutional processes in the US at federal and state levels. Previous government relations, trade/industry group experience and/or direct government experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the key industry associations, nonprofits, agencies, and advocates in sustainable construction, climate policy, and circular economy.
• Familiarity and experience with research and monitoring tools for legislation, regulations and other agency actions at the state and federal level.
• Knowledge of the primary non-regulatory standards, certifications, and rating systems related to sustainable construction.
• Strong commitment to professional ethics and compliance.
• Compliance and adherence to Saint-Gobain principles of behavior and actions, and attitudes.
• Experience with extended producer responsibility programs preferred.

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.