Senior Manager, Sustainability

Strategy & GovernanceDevelop and lead the implementation of a group-wide sustainability strategy aligned with corporate priorities and long-term value creation.Define and operationalize a robust sustainability roadmap, including science-based targets, decarbonization strategies, and circular economy initiatives.Establish and enforce internal ESG policies and social responsibility guidelines across subsidiaries.Track and communicate progress through KPIs, dashboards, and executive-level reporting.2. Internal Program ManagementCo-lead the Global EUDR Task Force and ensure full traceability and compliance of raw materials across all subsidiaries.Plan and execute annual social responsibility and ESG compliance audits at operational sites (plantations and processing units).Integrate sustainability requirements into natural rubber supply chain workflows.Ensure alignment of internal policies with key frameworks: UNSDGs, SASB, TCFD, ISO 26000, and SGX Sustainability Reporting.3. External Engagement & Stakeholder RelationsServe as the primary liaison to NGOs, regulators, industry bodies, and sustainability-focused partners.Lead engagement with key customers on ESG requirements and support subsidiaries in implementation and audit readiness.Represent the company in global industry platforms (e.g.

GPSNR) and sustainability forums.Guide upstream supplier engagement programs focusing on traceability, deforestation-free sourcing, and human rights due diligence. ESG Reporting & RatingsLead the development and publication of the Group’s annual Sustainability Report in line with SGX guidelines and GRI standards.Manage ESG ratings and disclosure platforms including Ecovadis, Sustainalytics, SPOTT, and others—driving continual improvement.Develop internal sustainability tools, including responsible procurement guidelines, GHG calculators, and supplier risk assessments.Coordinate data collection across business units and ensure audit-ready documentation for both voluntary and regulatory disclosure.Qualifications and RequirementsEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.Minimum 7 years of experience in a senior sustainability or ESG role, preferably within agribusiness, commodities, or supply chain-intensive industries.Demonstrated success in implementing corporate sustainability strategies and achieving measurable impact.Technical CompetenciesStrong knowledge of ESG regulatory frameworks and voluntary standards (e.g. EUDR, TCFD, CDP, RSPO, ISO 26000).Familiarity with sustainability challenges specific to the natural rubber supply chain, including land use, deforestation risk, smallholder engagement, labour rights, and GHG emissions.Proficiency in sustainability data management platforms and lifecycle tools (e.g.

LCA, Scope 1–3 calculators, traceability technologies).Solid understanding of ESG-linked financing instruments, sustainability-linked KPIs, and green certifications.Leadership & CommunicationProven team leadership experience with the ability to build, coach, and retain high-performing teams.Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills; able to interface with senior leadership, regulators, and external stakeholders.Excellent written communication and public speaking ability; capable of authoring reports and delivering high-impact presentations.Other RequirementsWillingness to travel internationally, including to remote plantation or processing sites.Multilingual ability (English required; Bahasa Indonesia, French, or Chinese is a plus).Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining high standards of execution. Capable of working under tight timelines and performing effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.