Sustainability Manager - Materials Expert

Overview

Are you ready to join a team of passionate, energised and supportive individuals dedicated to advancing the transition to a sustainable and circular bioeconomy?

RSB - Roundtable on Sustainable Biomaterials Association seeks a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join the team as our Sustainability Manager – Materials Expert , an ideal position for someone interested in furthering an international career in an organisation focused on sustainability and industry transformation.

Your Role

Contribute to RSB’s Advisory Services Projects assigned to you, including operational, administrative, engagement and content development activities.

Support the implementation of project work packages and tasks in topics such as sustainability of alternative feedstocks and sustainable processing of alternative materials.

Conduct literature reviews and benchmarks about existing sustainability standards, policies and guidance, focused on defining the sustainability of alternative materials, with a focus on alternative plastics.

Research about feedstock selection and responsible sourcing of alternative materials.

Material design and tradeoffs with other environmental and social impacts.

Consider local context across different countries, detect best practices for stakeholder and community engagement, and consider circularity and fit with existing local waste management.

Identify relevant stakeholders and keep stakeholder engagement records up to date.

Conduct interviews with experts to validate assumptions.

Use RSB’s tools to assess environmental and social risks.

Develop practical guides with the findings of the research.

Organise online project meetings, workshops and other related events with relevant stakeholders to connect with expertise and facilitate knowledge sharing.

Write project reports and slide decks to be presented at workshops and events.

Develop training and e-learning content for diverse audiences.

Knowledge gap analysis.

Support analysis of policy and regulatory drivers that influence the uptake of alternative materials and sustainable packaging.

Contribute to ongoing and future advisory services projects related to biomaterials, which could include but are not limited to : Feedstock Sustainability Assessments; Techno-economic Assessments; GHG calculations and implementation of LCA analyses; Standards development; Benchmarks and gap analyses, including alignment with policy and regulatory instruments; Training activities; and other activities as deemed relevant to Advisory Services purposes, and support to other RSB areas as required.

Organise and contribute to training activities and knowledge-sharing in line with project needs.

RSB seeks an individual based in Spain, Germany, or the UK, equipped with relevant experience and a strong commitment to sustainability.

Qualifications and experience

Between 4 – 6 years of professional experience in sustainability roles, related to chemistry, materials, plastics, and / or bioplastics sectors.

Experience in related industries (e.g., packaging, food and beverage, textile, etc.) and / or consultancy.

Experience with sustainability certification, environmental and social assessments is a plus.

Experience in the circular economy field and conducting environmental assessments (LCA / GHG) is a plus.

Strong experience writing research papers and reports.

Experience in data analysis.

Proven project management skills.

Excellent spoken and written English.

Degree in a relevant field, e.g., chemical engineering, materials engineering, sustainability, environmental management, etc.

Confidence and ability to communicate effectively with companies, governmental institutions, non-profit agencies, academia, and other experts on a global scale.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office software.

Valid work permit for the applicable countries (Spain / Germany / UK).

Personal attributes

Works effectively in a team environment, is cooperative, empathetic and supportive with team members.

Resilient, adaptable and flexible.

Proactive and autonomous.

Ability to work with a multicultural and virtual team.

Strong motivation and drive for sustainability.

Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Willing to travel as required by the job.

Competitive salary; excellent holiday provision with 30 days of annual paid leave; annual salary adjustments for cost-of-living increases; flexible working hours; remote working in a home office with periodic in-person team meetings; professional development opportunities.

Important Information

Location : Home office-based, for candidates currently located in Spain / Germany / UK, and in possession of a valid work permit (no Visa sponsorship).

Travel : Required for meetings several times per year.

Position type : Full-time.

Duration : Indefinite, with a 6-month trial period.

Preferred Start Date : Immediate.

Application Deadline : 15 October 2025.

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