Sustainability Manager
16 days ago
Southend-on-Sea
Group Product Sustainability LeadHertfordshire / EssexOwn the roadmap. Build the function. Keep an international business ahead of change.Sustainability is no longer simply an ambitionit is a commercial and regulatory priority.Batra Group, a leading supplier of branded sports and fashion products across the UK and Europe, is looking for an experienced Group Product Sustainability Lead to establish and lead this critical function.This is not a role where you inherit a finished framework. It is an opportunity to create one.Working across product, sourcing, operations, finance and external partners, you will take ownership of the Groups product, packaging and sustainability compliance programmeturning complex legislation into clear, commercially practical action.Your impactYou will:Lead UK and European compliance registrations and reportingDevelop the Groups product compliance and sustainability roadmapEstablish robust data collection, governance and reporting processesDrive readiness for EPR, PPWR, Digital Product Passports and emerging product legislationManage packaging, sustainability reporting and end-of-life obligationsCreate clear accountability across multiple business functionsBuild a scalable compliance framework to support continued European growthMonitor regulatory change and ensure the business stays ahead of itWhat were looking forYou will be a knowledgeable, commercially minded sustainability or product compliance professional who can move confidently between strategy and hands-on delivery.Youll bring:Strong knowledge of UK and EU product and packaging regulationExperience across EPR, PPWR, DPP or related sustainability legislationThe confidence to establish and lead a function from the ground upExcellent organisation, accuracy and attention to detailA pragmatic approach to solving complex compliance challengesThe ability to influence stakeholders and drive action across a businessA proactive, resilient and genuinely curious mindsetThis role will suit a self-starter who wants real ownership, visibility and the opportunity to make a lasting impact within a growing international group.Ready to turn regulation into action and build something that matters? Wed love to hear from you.#SustainabilityJobs #ProductCompliance #ESGJobs #EPR #PPWR #DigitalProductPassport #FashionJobs #SportsIndustry #SustainabilityLeadershipTPBN1_UKTJ