Director of Sustainability

Act as the Sustainability lead at alice + olivia, to accelerate the sustainability transformation journeys across key functions: product make, indirect procurement, supply chain and logistics, circular retail models, infrastructure, and human impact. Scale best practices and lessons learned. Own and manage a 3-year sustainability roadmap for sustainability initiatives and internal change management.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy (25%)

• Shape and maintain a 3-year sustainability roadmap and financial business case across all functional teams: product make, indirect procurement, supply chain and logistics, circular retail models, infrastructure, and human impact
• Act as the liaison for sustainability partner organizations including onboarding partner, use of tools and resources, attending collective action workshop
• Provide a quarterly update on sustainability headlines and innovations to brand’s leadership team(s)

Cross-Functional Coordination and Implementation (50%)

• Develop a Vendor Code of Conduct reflecting the appropriate sustainability practices and traceability requirements
• Provide cross-functional program management support to ensure sustainability targets are met on time and on budget
• Create and implement standard operating procedures based on proposed process, organization, and tool changes
• Implement a continuous improvement plan to drive mass adoption of sustainability practices, influencing decisions within existing roles and functions
• Own the execution of any sustainability audit requirements

Communication and Reporting (25%)

• Develop and execute communications with our factories as we implement sustainable practices and our code of conduct
• Scale best practices and lessons learned across the company.
• Shape internal communications around progress and targets, presenting monthly.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of current sustainability challenges in the retail/consumer goods industry, sustainability certifications and industry groups
• Ongoing awareness of industry trends, governmental regulations, and sustainability best practices
• 5-10 years product sourcing experience in the apparel industry
• Must be organized and able to collaborate across the company
• Must have effective communication and presentation skills
• Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Sustainability or similar field preferred

Salary and Benefits:

• $120,000-$150,000

• Generous employee Discount

• 401(k) with an employer match

• Medical, dental, and vision