Sustainability & Product Responsibility Lead (6 Month Temporary Assignment)

Sustainability & Product Responsibility Lead (6 Month Temporary Assignment)We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented professional to support the execution of key Sustainability and Product Responsibility initiatives aligned with a long-term industry strategy. This role is structured around a focused project with defined goals and milestones, with the opportunity for continued engagement as the work evolves.This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment, enjoys connecting people with the right solutions, and takes pride in turning complex regulatory or sustainability information into clear, practical guidance.The right person will be a self-starter with strong attention to detail, a “can-do” mindset, and the ability to manage multiple priorities with urgency and independence. You will serve as a go-to resource for members and stakeholders while helping build tools, resources, and processes that support the broader industry.What You’ll DoLead Regulatory Monitoring & EPR Guidance (25–30%)Monitor evolving regulatory developments related to packaging and textile Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and broader product compliance requirementsTranslate complex regulatory changes into clear, practical guidance for membersMaintain and update EPR-related white papers, briefs, and compliance resourcesServe as a liaison with external experts (e.g., CAA) to ensure guidance remains accurate and actionable Develop Educational Content & Practical Guidance (20–25%)Draft first versions of policies, case studies, webinars, workshops, and guidance materials aligned with strategic prioritiesCreate best-practice resources that help members operationalize sustainability and compliance in real-world settingsSupport development of educational programming and materials that strengthen member readiness and confidenceIdentify recurring industry challenges and translate them into clear, scalable resources Build Member-Facing Tools & Compliance Infrastructure (20–25%)Supporting development of compliance and risk prioritization tools in collaboration with industry expertsUpdate and improve the Product Tracking Labels resource Enhance usability, navigation, and accessibility of compliance and sustainability content across the organization’s websiteContributes to building systems that enable members to more easily navigate and apply complex requirements Structure Member Resources & Onboarding Pathways (10–15%)Convert existing sustainability and product responsibility materials into structured, role-based onboarding pathways and playbooksOrganize resources into clear “start here / next steps” journeys for members at different stages of maturityIdentify gaps in current resources and help prioritize development of new materialsSupport Member & Internal Compliance Inquiries (5–10%)Serve as a central point of coordination for sustainability, product responsibility, and compliance-related questionsEnsure timely, consistent, and well-documented responses for members and internal teamsTrack inquiry trends to inform future resource development and identify emerging needsSupport Carbon Data & Internal Tracking (5–10%)Gather, organize, and maintain activity data required for carbon footprint measurement and reporting readinessSupport development of internal tracking processes and data organization systemsWhat We’re Looking ForExperience (5–10 years preferred) in one or more of the following:Product compliance or regulatory affairsSustainability in consumer goods or supply chainsIndustry association programs focused on responsibility or policyCore capabilitiesAbility to interpret regulations and translate them into practical guidanceStrong structured writing skills (white papers, policy documents, educational resources)Comfortably operating independently with minimal oversightStrong soft skills and a collaborative, member-focused approachAbility to manage multiple projects simultaneously with urgency and precisionHigh attention to detail and strong follow-throughHelpful but not requiredExperience in promotional products, apparel, or consumer goodsExposure to EPR, product safety, or carbon accountingExperience working within an association or member-driven organization