Sustainability Program Manager

Kautex Textron; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company seeks a proactive Sustainability Program Manager to drive sustainability initiatives. This role includes strategy development, stakeholder engagement, and reporting on sustainability performance. The ideal candidate will have a background in Environmental Science, strong communication skills, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Join us in creating a sustainable future while enjoying generous employee benefits.

Benefits

9/80 work schedule

On-site fitness center

Competitive total rewards package

Generous 401k matching

Tuition reimbursement programs

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in sustainability or related field.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sustainability strategies aligning with corporate objectives.
• Monitor and report on environmental metrics.
• Engage with business units on sustainability commitments.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Data analytics

Knowledge of reporting protocols

Knowledge of ESG regulations

Lean and Kaizen methodologies

Experience with renewable energy

Understanding of energy efficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science

Master’s Degree in related field

Job description

Textron is a renowned global multi-industry company with a diverse portfolio spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care, and fuel systems. Our brand lineup includes leading names like Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO, Arctic Cat, and many others. With a strong worldwide presence and a workforce of 35,000 individuals across 25 countries, we prioritize attracting top talent.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to lead our company's sustainability initiatives. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to drive activities that support our sustainability goals and objectives. The Sustainability Program Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the sustainability program, including the collection and reporting of sustainability performance measures. Additionally, this role will engage with our business units to facilitate actions that ensure the company meets its sustainability commitments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement comprehensive sustainability strategies that align with the company's corporate objectives.
• Lead engagement actions to ensure progress on the companies sustainability goals, including working with our business units to support completion of sustainability projects
• Develop strategies and processes to comply with existing and emerging relevant environmental disclosure regulations (i.e., CSRD, CSDDD).
• Monitor, analyze and ensure accurate and timely reporting of environmental metrics.
• Support external stakeholder sustainability information requests and complete annual sustainability data submittals (i.e., CDP, ISS, Sustainalytics etc.).
• Support annual Corporate Responsibility Report development.
• Develop sustainability communications and training which foster a culture of sustainability among employees and partners.
• Facilitate on-site sustainability engagement events such as energy and waste kaizens.
• Represent the company in relevant industry-wide sustainability associations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Science or a related field, with a Master’s degree being preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in sustainability or a related field.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate complex sustainability concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong data analytics skills.
• Knowledge of reporting protocols and international ESG frameworks.
• Knowledge of relevant greenhouse gas and related ESG reporting regulations.
• Experience with Lean, Kaizen and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience evaluating and implementing renewable energy opportunities.
• Understanding of energy efficiency opportunities in the manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.

Why Textron?

At Textron, we highly value work-life balance. Our 9/80 schedule allows you to have every other Friday off, giving you more time to recharge. We also have an on-site fitness center where you can enjoy personal training sessions, take classes, or work out with colleagues. Our generous time-off package and engaging culture encourage you to get involved in Employee Resource Groups and workplace activities, making work more meaningful and fun!

Our team is committed to supporting new members, with a diverse mix of experience levels that fosters knowledge sharing and mentorship. We offer a competitive total rewards package, including generous 401k matching, tuition reimbursement programs, and comprehensive health and dental benefits.

Join Textron today and be part of a dynamic team that drives innovation, creativity, and collaboration!