Manager Sustainability

Richemont, one of the world leaders in the luxury sector, has various Houses specializing in jewelry, watches and high-end accessories. Each Maison proudly embodies a tradition of style, quality and craftsmanship and Richemont strives to preserve the heritage and identity specific to each of them. At the same time, we are committed to innovating and designing new products in line with the values ​​of our Houses, through a process of permanent creativity.

At Richemont Americas, we aspire to reflect the ever-changing world around us. We are proud to employ talent from many different backgrounds, experiences, and identities to build a continually evolving, inclusive community where the diversity of our colleagues and clients is rich and celebrated. We believe when inclusion is fully embraced and empowered, creativity and knowledge emerge to deliver excellence, advancing the community that is uniquely Richemont Americas.

Sustainability Manager

Sustainability | New York, NY

Reports to: Head of Sustainability – Americas

Role Overview

Richemont has a long-standing commitment to doing business responsibly. Our approach to sustainability is rooted in our values and purpose: ‘We Craft the Future’.  Building upon Richemont’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) achievements, the Group has developed a risk-based approach to manage its business responsibly and has continued to embed its Sustainability Management System within the business. The Sustainability Manager will support the regional Sustainability team with the execution of the strategy through actionable solutions at Regional level (Maisons and Functions), while ensuring compliance, and employee knowledge sharing & outreach.  The role will report to the Head of Sustainability in the Americas Region covering U.S., Canada, Brazil, and Mexico, to enhance the organization’s resilience, reputation and long-term value creation.

Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Management of End-of-Life (EOL)/Circularity Solutions

• Manages the development, implementation, and oversight of end-of-life management across Richemont's Maisons in the region.
• Lead cross-functional projects to identify and implement circular waste solutions to identify areas for improvement, resource efficiency, and implementation.
• Develop internal stakeholder engagement and external vendor training materials in line with Group standards and Non-Financial Reporting principles.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to circularity and EOL management in alignment with Group framework and regional management.

Strategy Development & ESG Reporting

• Develop and execute ESG data response plan ecosystem from various internal departments (e.g., Operations, HR, Supply Chain, Finance) and external sources for all regional markets (US, Canada, Mexico, and Brazil).
• Prepare and contribute to regional market sustainability reports, ensuring alignment with recognized standards and frameworks such as GRI, SASB, IFRS, TCFD, sustainability taxonomy regulation, and others.
• Assist with the implementation of strategies and programs in all markets, working collaboratively with key internal stakeholders (Maisons and Functions) to facilitate appropriate impact risk assessments (ESG, product, materiality), gap analysis, audit response plans, supply-chain mapping, and to ensure implementation requirements are executed according to expectations.
• Partner with Maisons and key stakeholders to adhere to certification system audits (e.g., SMETA, Responsible Jewelry Council).

Awareness, Outreach & Sustainability Intelligence Creation

• Ensure consistent ESG learning practices by developing training curricula with central Sustainability team for diverse audiences (novice to experts) and support Maisons in team development on sustainability.
• Monitor emerging regional reporting trends and standards and communicate and educate others on relevant topics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, ideally with a focus on environment/sustainability/business strategy and operations.
• Significant 5+ years’ experience in corporate ESG/Sustainability strategy, standards and regulations, non-financial reporting, with a strong focus on circular economy principles.
• Experience working in a matrix organization.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects and driving cross-functional collaboration.
• Understanding of product lifecycle assessment (LCA) and EOL processes.
• Comprehensive and current knowledge of sustainability practices, trends, and applicable laws and regulations; with ability to influence and engage with key stakeholders are all levels of the organization.
• Comprehension of Environmental, Social and Governance regulations, investor and legal obligations, key corporate sustainability practices and programs, including: Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Science Based Targets (SBTi), and other emerging trends and concepts.
• Project management skills to drive operational performance and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills, and ability to build relationships.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with sustainability reporting and disclosure requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to engage with a variety of senior stakeholders.
• Exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail.
• Understanding of SAP solutions and sustainability reporting platforms. 

Richemont offers a generous compensation and benefits package for eligible employees. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We Offer – United States

Employee wellbeing is a top priority at Richemont. We offer a comprehensive benefits program to support employees and their loved ones. Our core benefits include medical, dental, and vision programs. Health savings and flexible spending accounts are also available. The company offers income protection solutions including life insurance, disability benefits, and 401(k) with employer match. Understanding the importance of work-life balance, our total rewards include paid time off, a wellness reimbursement benefit, and access to the employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to make a difference in their local communities with volunteer days off, supporting initiatives that drive change.

Expected Salary Range: $110,000-130,000

Salary will be determined based on relevant skills and experience.

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