Sustainability Competencies Manager

Tetra Pak; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global packaging solutions company is seeking a Sustainability Competencies Manager in Johannesburg. The successful candidate will define and prioritize sustainability competencies, develop training assets, and manage tools to support customer-facing teams. Ideal applicants will have a solid understanding of ESG principles, excellent communication skills, and more than 7 years of relevant experience. This role offers market competitive compensation and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Opportunities for development

Diversity and inclusion

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.
• Solid understanding of ESG and climate risk regulations.
• Familiarity with sustainability principles and Tetra Pak's offerings.

Responsibilities

• Define and prioritize sustainability competencies.
• Develop training and learning assets.
• Manage sustainability data library and resources.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical capabilities

Business acumen

Project management

Communication skills

Agile collaboration

Job description

What you will do

As our new Sustainability Competencies Manager, you will have the following responsibilities :

1. Sustainability Competency Development

• Define and prioritize critical competencies aligned with Tetra Pak’s sustainability strategy.
• Identify knowledge and skill gaps; develop targeted training and learning assets.
• Design and deliver learning campaigns to embed sustainability across organizational tracks.
• Build and manage a comprehensive training plan using existing materials and new platforms.
• Benchmark internal and external solutions to enhance capabilities that support business growth.
• Establish and nurture a network of internal partners to drive skill development globally.

2. Tools & Asset Management

• Develop and continuously improve tools (e.g., AI chatbot) to support customer-facing teams with relevant sustainability content.
• Collaborate with SMEs to manage a centralized sustainability data library.
• Ensure all assets are current, strategically aligned, and easily accessible to Market Operations and Sustainability teams.
• Regularly update content based on regulatory, strategic, and product developments.
• Communicate updates to ensure visibility and usability.

We believe you have

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of Tetra Pak’s strategy and operations.
• Experience working across geographies and cross-functional teams.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
• High analytical and synthesis capabilities—able to translate complex sustainability topics into clear, actionable content.
• Solid understanding of ESG, circularity principles, and climate risk regulatory frameworks.
• Familiarity with Tetra Pak’s sustainable portfolio (Processing, Services, Packaging).
• Project and program management experience.
• Agile, collaborative style with the ability to adapt and foster teamwork.
• Ability to build credibility with decision-makers and influencers, especially within Market Operations

We Offer You

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements