Director Of Sustainability- Packaging

At Orora, we believe our packaging touches lives and together, we, together as a team, deliver on the promise of what’s inside. From custom packaging design and packaging materials, to prototype development and manufacturing, packaging automation and equipment, kitting and fulfillment, global sourcing, and full service warehousing and logistics, our packaging consultants develop cutting-edge, innovative solutions that take a product from concept to consumer.

It is with this passion and commitment to innovation, we believe in hiring and developing the very best talent by living our core values of Teamwork, Passion, Respect, and Integrity every day. These core values define who we are and how we operate. They shape the way we work with each other, with our customers, and with our communities. Every day, we deliver packaging solutions that exceed our customers' expectations while solving complex problems as a team. We believe that all team members (irrespective of their role or level), should aspire to distinctive leadership behavior, as we continue to deliver on the promise for our customers, shareholders and each other. Leadership is not tied to a job title, i.e. you don't need to be accountable for a team to be considered a leader.

Director of Sustainability, Orora Packaging Solutions

Reports to: Vice President, Marketing & Design

Location: Buena Park, CA. (Hybrid- MUST reside in California)

Position Summary

This coworker works closely with the Chief Marketing, Design & Sustainability Officer to develop, plan, and implement internal and external sustainability strategies and marketing programs. You will be responsible for training, recruiting and process leadership for the function as well as ESG reporting and scorecards for corporate sustainability performance. You will have both an internal focus (50%) and an external focus (50%.). For the external focus, you will help us access the market for sustainable packaging and qualify/select best in class sustainable packaging solutions that meet the needs of the customer. This is a customer facing role.

What You'll be Responsible For

• Works closely with the CMDSO to develop & implement sustainability strategies and scorecards for OPS businesses. Sustainability strategy development includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Lead the development and use of LCA tools at OPS

• Plan and develop a compelling sustainable packaging customer conferences

• Plan and implement company zero waste goals & other ESG targets including measures to improve Ecovadis and CDP scores/

• Assesses and analyzes company policies and processes to identify areas in and processes to which improvements can be made in accordance with the organizations commitment to sustainability.

• Brainstorms and identifies creative ways in which the company can balance business obligations with the goal of respecting, supporting, and improving the local and global environments.

• Proposes and implements strategies to address various environmental concerns including energy use, conservation, reduction of pollution, recycling, building and facility design, and general education on sustainability.

• Drafts and implements sustainable organizational policies that address environmental concerns.

• Evaluates efficacy of sustainability programs; recommends and implements improvements as necessary.

• Conducts research to identify environmental and sustainability concerns, interests, and issues.

• Assess sustainable packaging solutions in the market and qualify a best in breed stable of sustainable packaging solutions

• Create compelling marketing content for sustainable packaging offerings

• Train the salesforce on sustainable packaging formats and methods

• Develop sustainability marketing content for internal and external use.

• Identify team needs with regards to process, tools, documentation, asset management, etc

• Develop sustainability training programs where necessary to ensure OPS co-workers have the proper training to deliver world class design services

• Provides recommendations to strategically enhance performance and business opportunities using sustainable design.

• Maintains and protects organizational culture, values and reputation in the market and with all co-workers, customers, suppliers, and partners.

• Performs other duties and/ or responsibilities as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's (4-year) degree required; Masters preferred

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive sustainability experience

• LCA expertise a must have!

• Experience with ESG reporting including CDP & Ecovadis

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Dynamic Public Speaking capability

• Superlative and creative problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Thorough and current knowledge of sustainability practices, and applicable laws and regulations.

• Ability to analyze and understand research and to identify relevant and valuable information.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• * This position requires the ability to demonstrate the following competencies:

• Sustainable Packaging Expertise

• Lifecycle Analysis (LCA)

• People Development

• Change Management

• Intellectual flexibility & technical acumen

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Please refer to the Orora Packaging Solutions Job Analysis Report

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you are interested in applying for employment with Orora and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, or if you believe you do not meet any of the required qualifications of a posted position due to a protected disability and would like to explore the possibility of an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at: [email protected] for additional support and guidance

What We Offer

Our rich benefits packages are designed to support the health and well-being of both our eligible co-workers and their families. Here's a sample of the benefits we offer:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Generous PTO

• 401(k) with a Company Match

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Employee Assistance

• Group Life and AD&D

• Voluntary Life and AD&D

• Group Short-Term Disability

• Group Long-Term Disability

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a culturally diverse organization. We strive for inclusiveness and a workplace where mutual respect is paramount. We encourage applications from a diverse pool of candidates, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or veteran status. We will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, as need, to assist them in performing essential job functions.

Recruitment Agencies

Orora does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Orora is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Solicitation of Payments

Orora does not solicit payment from our applicants and candidates for consideration or placement.