Sustainability managers are responsible for ensuring the sustainability of business processes. They provide assistance in the design and implementation of plans and measures to ensure that the manufacturing processes and products comply with given environmental regulations and social responsibility standards and they monitor and report on the implementation of sustainability strategies within the company supply chain and business process. They analyse issues linked to manufacturing processes, use of materials, waste reduction, energy efficiency and products traceability to improve environmental and social impacts and integrate sustainability aspects into the company culture.

Tasks

Tasks include –
(a) Developing, implementing and monitoring strategic plans, programmes, policies, processes, systems and procedures to achieve goals, objectives and work standards;
(b) Developing, directing, administering and participating in policy research and analysis;
(c) Coordinating the implementation of policies and practices;
(d) Establishing activity measures and measurements of accountability;
(e) Planning and directing daily operations;
(f) Leading and managing the activities of policy development and strategic planning staff;
(g) Overseeing the selection, training and performance of staff;
(h) Consulting with senior management and with managers of other departments;
(i) Representing the enterprise or organization in negotiations, and at conventions, seminars, public hearings and forums.