Ingredion Inc, Westchester , IL 60154
Posted 7 days ago
Background:
In 2019 Ingredion launched our 2030 All Life sustainability plan, which sets out to drive meaningful change on social and environmental issues, through the adoption of low-carbon, socially-inclusive business practices. The company's All Life plan lines out clear goals and milestone through 2030 that support a vision for delivering sustainable growth within a purpose-led organizational framework.
The Sustainability Manager, US/Canada is responsible for regional execution of our All Life sustainability strategy, as well as developing strategic approaches to stakeholder engagement, collaborations, and events leading to successful outcomes for sustainability.
Core Responsibilities:
Overall regional leadership for the All Life plan, to develop, implement, maintain and advance programs, policies, and initiatives
Supports the US/Canada Go To Market (GTM) organization through the development of material for use with customers, as well sustainability training for GTM personnel
Acts as the intermediary between the Corporate Sustainability team and regional management to define and manage sustainability goals, milestones, metrics, budget for the US/Canada region
Represents Ingredion at regional trade associations like the Corn Refiners Association (CRA) Sustainability Commmittee
Creates infectious excitement across the US/Canada organization in support of our sustainability and Impact Council efforts; coordinate regional engagement and philanthropy through YourCause online portal
Facilitates embedding sustainable innovation into all aspects of our business
Represent Ingredion in external organizations and help promote the company as a thought leader in sustainability
Works with Corporate and Regional Communications to identify opportunities to communicate All Life milestones, achievements and leadership moments to key stakeholders, customers and for the US/Canada leadership townhalls and other internal events
Along with Corporate Sustainability team, serve as a resource for customer communication and engagement on sustainability
Regularly scans external environment for technological advances in field, ensuring Ingredion maintains competitive edge
Qualified Candidates will Have:
A passion for sustainability and inclusion with a personal purpose to utilize role to make life better
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or similar. Master's Degree preferred
Strong experience leading, designing, managing and implementing strategies in sustainability or related programs
Ability to develop effective networks, leading through influence, building consensus, and moving key initiatives forward
Growth mindset, shaping the future, taking risks, failing, learning and recovering quickly to make bold changes
Outstanding communicator with excellent oral and writing skills
Exceptional project management skills to structure and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while delivering timely results
Takes ownership and accountability for results
Team oriented, collaborative, diplomatic and agile
Flexibility to travel across all US and Canada
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, handicap or disability-mental or physical-marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability resulting from military service, or any other classification protected by law ("protected classifications"). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
Relocation Available:
Yes, Within Country
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