Sustainability Compliance Coordinator

RJ Schinner Co., Inc.; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

RJ Schinner Co., Inc. is seeking a Sustainability & Legislative Compliance Coordinator to manage projects related to sustainability and regulatory compliance across the RJ Schinner footprint in the United States.

The role involves monitoring federal, state, and municipal requirements and informing stakeholders about impacts and timing of new laws. Responsibilities include collaborating with government agencies, working with strategic partners on risk assessment, and coordinating RJ Schinner

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for complex issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills for data handling.

Responsibilities

• Research sustainability and compliance legislation impacting RJ Schinner and brands.
• Collaborate with government agencies on reporting and fees associated with laws.
• Coordinate with RJ Schinner partners to assess mutual risk and implement compliance.
• Coordinate internal teams to ensure law compliance across the footprint.
• Communicate law impacts to internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Business acumen

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

RJ Schinner is celebrating 75 years of business! Our journey started back in 1951. Today, we’re proud to have 20 distribution centers across the U.S. and a team of 600+ amazing people, all working together to keep distributors in 48 states stocked with the essentials – from paper goods and foodservice packaging to cleaning supplies.

Headquartered in Menomonee Falls, WI, we’re proud to be recognized as one of Deloitte’s Wisconsin 75 most successful private companies and recognized by BizTimes’ Future 50 Program as one of the fastest-growing privately-owned companies in southeastern Wisconsin.

But what really matters? The people behind it all. When you join RJ Schinner, you’re not just taking a job — you’re becoming part of a team that values hard work, celebrates success, and believes in growing together.

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday - Friday | Onsite

Sustainability & Legislative Compliance Coordinator Job Summary

This position will undertake all projects related to sustainability and compliance to legislative measures related to sustainability. This includes monitoring Federal/State/Municipality requirements concerning sustainability initiatives across the RJ Schinner footprint nationally and how they impact RJ Schinner compliance for our own exclusive brands as well as our strategic partner brands in those markets. This position will be responsible for informing both internal and external stakeholders about the impacts and timing of these laws. This position will also work with various government agencies to ensure RJ Schinner is following any reporting and/or fees that may be involved with the legislative mandates. This position will also have responsibility for managing suppliers with extensive sustainable bundles.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Research related to sustainability and compliance legislation that will impact RJ Schinner either on our own exclusive brands or the brands of our strategic partners
• Collaboration with government agencies to understand the reporting and/or fee requirements associated with the legislative measures
• Collaboration with any RJ Schinner strategic partners to ensure all mutual risk is assessed and process for compliance implemented
• Coordination of various teams within RJ Schinner to ensure compliance with the laws as necessary
• Communication of impacts of these laws to the necessary internal and external stakeholders
• Attend industry related conferences and association meetings as necessary
• Liaison with customers as requested to inform how the legislative measures will impact their business at the street level and beyond
• On-going training as needed to stay compliant with any certifications defined for this position
• Defined category management responsibilities for select suppliers with extensive sustainable bundles of products
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex problems.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present findings and recommendations to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills to handle data, detailed information, and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Strong business acumen and thorough understanding of distribution products, processes and strategies.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Job Qualifications

• Proficiency in using computer programs to research and preform data analysis using Excel, ERP, CRM, and other programs.
• Strong knowledge of distribution products, product specs, processes, and strategies
• Prior experience with government relations or compliance related to product sustainability
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• High School Diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred
• Ability to travel domestically

Location:

N89W14700 Patrita Drive | Menomonee Falls WI | 53051 | www.rjschinner.com

R.J. Schinner Co., Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, or veteran status. All terms and conditions of employment are administered on the basis of equality.