Director, Sustainability Engagement (Remote-based role)

Summary

The Director Sustainability Engagement leads the strategy and execution of stakeholder engagement initiatives that advance Tarketts sustainability strategy and market leadership. This role serves as a central leader in sustainability advancement driving collaborative development and delivery of engagement plans across customers industry partners sales teams and the broader enterprise.

In addition this role manages a portfolio of sustainability partnerships and projects both internal and external designed to accelerate progress against Tarketts sustainability priorities and create measurable business and market impact. The Director plays a critical role in building sustainability capability within the frontline sales organization translating sustainability strategy into practical tools narratives and competencies that enable customer engagement and drive preference.

Leveraging deep sustainability expertise customer and market insight creativity and strong communication skills this role provides thought leadership strategic messaging and clear articulation of Tarketts sustainability platform progress and aspirations. Reporting to the Senior Director / Head of Sustainability and Innovation the Director acts as a key strategic partner in shaping Tarketts overall sustainability strategy serving as a leader in annual and long-term business planning and a key driver for translating strategy into actionable roadmaps that support sustainable innovation and growth.

This is a remote-based role.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with key stakeholders to craft Tarketts overall sustainability strategy and serve as key driver in annual and long-term strategic planning.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive stakeholder engagement strategy that identifies priority audiences and the most effective engagement approach for each.
• Direct the development of clear compelling sustainability messaging that communicates Tarketts platform accomplishments and future direction.
• Develop targeted tools narratives and education to prioritize the development of Tarketts frontline sales force.
• Lead the planning and execution of stakeholder engagement activities including industry and customer events summits training sessions and presentations.
• Collaborate closely with segment leaders brand marketing product management and sales to institutionalize sustainability and ensure alignment with enterprise priorities.
• Manage a portfolio of partnerships and projects focused on driving progress toward Tarketts sustainability priorities.
• Serve as the primary reviewer and steward of sustainability-related collateral media and public-facing content.
• Monitor stakeholder feedback market trends and public perception to inform decisions and strengthen engagement effectiveness; partner with Market Research as needed.
• Own and deliver customer-facing sustainability presentations representing Tarketts sustainability capabilities across all audiences and settings.
• Stay current on emerging sustainability trends standards and best practices translating insights into actionable strategies and activities.
• Provide perspective on company and industry positions related to sustainability investments certifications and programs.
• Facilitate ongoing collaboration with stakeholders to gather and share insights feedback and market intelligence.
• Partner with sustainability managers to develop accurate compelling responses for RFPs business reviews and customer engagements.
• Manage or contribute to key external relationships including trade associations stakeholder groups service providers and certification bodies.
• Develop and deliver continuing education units (CEUs).

Requirements

• Bachelors degree required; technical field preferred. Masters degree preferred.
• Demonstrated mastery of sustainability topics including certifications carbon accounting life cycle assessment EPDs healthy materials ESG circular economy frameworks and science-based targets.
• Ability to travel domestically at times frequently.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear accessible messages.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of enterprise-level challenges.
• Proven ability to lead influence and collaborate across functions and senior stakeholders.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to large and diverse audiences.

What We Offer

• A commitment that Safety is #1

• Competitive benefits pay and retirement plan options!

• Career growth stability and flexible work arrangements.

Responsible Manufacturing Protecting Our Planet for the Future

• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.

• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.

• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

Who we are:

With a history of 140 years Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative flooring and sport surface solutions with 12000 employees and 34 industrial sites. Offering a wide range of products including vinyl linoleum rubber carpet wood laminate artificial turf and athletic tracks. The Group serves customers in more than 100 countries across the globe.

Committed to change the game with circular economy and to reducing its carbon footprint the Group has implemented an eco-innovation strategy based on Cradle to Cradle principles fully aligned with its Tarkett Human-Conscious Design approach.

Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.