Job Description Summary

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

4R Circularity Framework Implementation & Execution:

Rethink:

- Drive eco-design initiatives and integrate sustainable materials into product development (NPI NTI and related checklists)

- Harmonize Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) programs across ESY for priority products

- Develop and execute the 2030 sustainable materials long-term strategy with clear milestones and deliverables

- Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees on circular economy principles and practices

Reduce:

- Develop and implement circular manufacturing strategies with measurable waste reduction targets

- Execute projects that optimize material usage and manufacturing efficiency

Reuse:

- Consolidate and harmonize life extension and optimization services across product lines

- Establish reuse protocols for components and materials within the product lifecycle

- Create value propositions for customers through extended product life services

Recycle:

- Design and implement end-of-life (EoL) solutions and services that maximize product recyclability

- Enable strategic partnerships with suppliers and recycling partners to enhance capabilities

- Establish closed-loop systems where technically and economically feasible

Product Stewardship & Compliance Leadership:

- Own the Product Stewardship and Circularity program ensuring regulatory compliance (particularly EU regulations) and achievement of circularity goals

- Implement and maintain GEV Enterprise Standards for sustainable materials and circularity practices

- Establish robust monitoring systems and report progress using GEV metrics aligned with the sustainability digital technology roadmap

- Manage pollutant tracking and mitigation programs

- Lead the circularity governance

Qualifications:

Education:

- Bachelors degree in Environmental Science Engineering Business Administration or a related field.

- Masters degree preferred.

Experience:

- Minimum of 7 years in circular economy or product lifecycle management.

- Experience in the energy or manufacturing sector is highly desirable.

Skills:

- Strong understanding of circular economy principles the GEV 4R framework and leading circularity regulations (i.e.: EU).

- Proficiency in LCAs and EPDs.

- Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills.

- Strong execution & influencing capabilities

- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.

Characteristics:

Innovation:

- Exhibits a creative and forward-thinking mindset. Continuously explores new ideas technologies and methodologies to enhance circular economy practices and drive sustainable innovation.

Customer-Centric Approach:

- Places the needs and expectations of customers & regulators at the forefront of circularity initiatives. Ensures that sustainable practices enhance stakeholders value and satisfaction and deliver on GEV goals.

Lean Mindset:

- Applies lean principles to eliminate waste optimize processes and improve efficiency in circular economy practices.

- Focuses on continuous improvement and value creation through benchmarking and intelligence.

One Team:

- Fosters a unified and collaborative team environment. Works effectively with cross-functional teams external partners and stakeholders to achieve common sustainability goals.

Accountability:

- Operates with a strong sense of responsibility and ownership. Holds oneself and others accountable for delivering on sustainability commitments and circularity objectives.

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