Sustainability Manager

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As the Manager, Product Sustainability - Apparel at New Balance, you will be a key member of our Product Sustainability team, working to drive our corporate sustainability goals into our product creation methods. You will be responsible for embedding the work needed to meet New Balance's corporate sustainability goals within the apparel product creation engine and our key stakeholder teams and also manage how sustainability integrates into the marketplace. Furthermore, you'll drive the exploration of new technologies and processes to advance our sustainability goals within the apparel organization.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Seasonal Integration of our Product Sustainability Ingredients

• Manage the process that coordinates with Innovation, Concepts and Development on validation and costs of new materials with EPM credentials. Co-create seasonal introduction of new materials for apparel.

• Lead the integration of apparel sustainability initiatives and EPMs into product creation to ensure adoption and scale.

• Build repeatable seasonal approach for integrating apparel sustainability initiatives and EPMs into seasonal creation processes, supporting the integration of category dashboard at key seasonal milestones.

Build & Maintain Product Sustainability Toolboxes

• Support the creation of design toolbox related to sustainability. (For example, Less Waste guidelines, design guides, Materials Guides) and collaborate on the adoption and integration strategies/processes.

Marketplace Integration

• Work with legal and brand to create a framework by which New Balance communicates its sustainability efforts externally and manage the process to approve and edit any such communication.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor's degree related to sustainability, material science and development, or relevant field

• Experience with material science and development and sustainability concepts and principles

• Ability to navigate through ambiguity and complexity

• Ability to successfully operate in a cross-functional, collaborative, team-driven environment

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran, or any other protected status.