Senior Product Sustainability Expert

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Minnesota.

📋 Description

• Serve as a recognized and trusted subject matter expert both internally and externally.

• Stay informed about regulatory, sustainability, and industry-led advancements, identifying trends through continuous monitoring and research of global standards and regulations.

• Shape the regulatory and sustainability landscape and Assent’s prospects by actively engaging with trade associations.

• Collaborate with the Product Management team to pinpoint opportunities for Assent to create impactful new products and software solutions.

• Be a prominent voice in the ongoing development of Assent’s solutions, leading the establishment of market best practices and advocating for their adoption.

• Offer continuous expertise and guidance to both internal and external stakeholders.

• Exhibit thought leadership and enhance Assent’s brand reputation as a trusted advisor by partnering with marketing teams to create external-facing materials.

• Assist in training programs and educational initiatives focused on product sustainability.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 12 years of hands-on experience in product sustainability, design for sustainability, life cycle assessment, circular economy, product stewardship, or ecodesign.

• A relevant post-secondary degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, Environmental Law, Design for Environment, or a similar field.

• Familiarity with manufacturing practices and experience in product design, certification and compliance, procurement, sustainability, or other roles in product or supply chain management is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of LCA software solutions (e.g., Sphera, One Click LCA, openLCA, SimaPro, etc.) is advantageous.

• Proficiency in PCF/LCA Standards and industry-specific requirements, including PCRs.

• Experience in managing strategic product sustainability programs within a multinational organization that produces durable professional goods.

• Excellent research, critical thinking, and analytical capabilities; adept at processing and interpreting large volumes of complex information, including legal texts, identifying relevant business impacts, and summarizing key information for non-compliance stakeholders.

• Strong public speaking and presentation skills, with an ability to create content and tailor messaging for diverse audiences, supporting Sales, Marketing, and Product initiatives.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English are essential.

• Strategic and business-oriented mindset - strong business acumen and understanding of Assent’s objectives and value proposition, with the ability to align efforts and priorities with broader team and organizational goals.

• Excellent collaboration and influencing abilities - capable of fostering strong cross-functional relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external, building trust and promoting alignment.

• Highly motivated self-starter with a demonstrated ability to manage projects, meet deadlines, and achieve results.

🏝️ Benefits

• Vacation time that increases with tenure.

• Comprehensive benefits packages (details may vary by country).

• Life leave days.

• Flexible work options.

• Volunteer days.

• Opportunities to participate in corporate giving initiatives.

• Professional development days available from the start.