COMPANY OVERVIEW

HexArmor® is a leader in developing some of the most advanced PPE solutions for your eyes, hands, arms, and body. At HexArmor®, we believe safety is not a luxury – it’s a necessity. Since day one, we have worked hand-in-hand with our customers to design innovative, high performance PPE that helps ensure workers return home in the same condition they arrived. Our mission is to provide the protection that makes this possible, for every worker, everywhere.

JOB SUMMARY

As Sustainability Program Manager, you will partner with the VP of Manufacturing to evolve and scale HexArmor’s sustainability strategy, objectives, and projects, building on the foundation already in place and making sure they deliver measurable results across the organization.

The position will help outline, manage, and measure defined initiatives, which will allow you to work across the organization’s key functions (operations, finance, marketing, category management, and product management/development) and our key suppliers. Additionally, when needed, you will work with our sales and global account teams to help existing and prospective customers find solutions for their Sustainability needs.

LOCATION

Grand Rapids, MI Office

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The overarching position responsibility is to support the organizational development and execution of stated sustainability goals and objectives, including our compliance with regulatory requirements such as the European Union’s CSRD Directive.
Effectively maintain and continuously improve HexArmor’s Environmental Management System per ISO 14001.
Effectively manage Sustainability projects to their completion by working with HexArmor’s functional teams, including Uvex in Germany
To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of sustainability programs and, when needed, recommend changes to close strategic gaps
To actively research regulatory compliance requirements that impact company operations
Work with our Operations team to define and implement Sustainable practices that positively impact company operations, thereby reducing our waste and carbon footprint
Develop communication materials for company employees regarding a company’s sustainability goals
Working with marketing to develop marketing and communication materials for our sales teams and customers
Engage directly with our sales organization, suppliers, and customers to support customer initiatives, education, and training of HexArmor
Creating value for customers through the development of Sustainability programs, delivering solutions addressing critical pain points
Work with Product Development and Product Management to ensure Sustainability characteristics are included in future products and services
Consulting, advising, and training on green, energy-efficient products, recycling programs, and product substitutions
Implement and create a SOP that define product carbon scores using SimaPro software
Provide a monthly update tracking progress, including financial impact, financial efficiency, KPIs, sales, etc.
Organize company-wide environmental volunteer activities, impacting the local community
Help create a Sustainability-rich culture and promote Sustainable business practices through company events, communications, and education

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree: degree in Business, Science, Environmental, or Sustainability

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in project management. PM Certification preferred.
Preferred: related industry experience (working knowledge of corporate environmental, social, and governance programs), including experience with ownership of ISO management systems (ISO 14001 or similar)
Experience working with Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) Software (SimaPro)
Excellent written and oral skills
Willingness to travel up to 20% plus, including international travel
Proficient use of Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge and experience in Adobe Creative Suite are a plus
Highly motivated, self-directed, organized, and customer service oriented
Strong organization, planning, and project management skills