About Intertape Polymer Group

Intertape Polymer Group Inc. is a recognized leader in the development, manufacture and sale of a variety of paper and film based pressure-sensitive and water-activated tapes, polyethylene and specialized polyolefin films, protective packaging, engineered coated products and complementary packaging systems for industrial and retail use.

About the Position

The Vice-President, Sustainability will lead the development and execution of a broad-based, company-wide strategic sustainability initiative, integrating sustainability throughout the company. This important role will ensure that the company’s sustainability effort enhances business performance and supports the long-term interests of the company. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

Sustainability Leadership

• Lead the effort to create a sustainability vision for the company encompassing people, profit and planet. Develop the business case to address sustainability issues.
• Secure and leverage senior level commitment and support for integrating sustainable development into core processes and decision-making.
• Lead the formulation of the company’s long-term sustainability vision, mission and operating principles, and lead the development of a high-level strategy to support them.
• Collaborate with the company’s internal groups (for example plant management, engineering, R&D, EHS, marketing) to develop a coordinated sustainability plan. Build sustainability principles into short and long-range business planning, capital planning and operations planning
• Serve as the internal leader and “go to” expert for sustainability, monitoring emerging trends, legislation, programs and issues, and communicating and educating others on sustainability topics
• Offer expertise and provide leadership-level support for initiatives to reduce company-wide resource consumption and waste generation.

External Engagement

• Serve as the central point of contact for any and all interfaces with customers on the subject of Sustainability. This includes being the lead interface with customers relative to their inquiries, their requests for information on company efforts in support of Sustainability, and any and all written and verbal communications to customers on the subject of Sustainability. As necessary, collaborate with internal subject matter experts to ensure appropriate responses and communications.
• Lead the interface with any and all government agencies and departments, domestic and international, relating to the company’s responses to questions or statements of position on Sustainability related matters. This includes subjects relating to the broader topic of Sustainability, such as USA Cap and Trade legislation etc. Collaborate closely with internal subject matter experts to ensure appropriate responses and communications.
• Build effective partnerships with external organizations to support sustainability efforts.

Communications and Metrics

• Foster a culture of sustainability through ongoing organizational communications and education.
• Facilitate internal and external communications and visibility as the company spokesperson on sustainability issues. In collaboration with the marketing function, create and implement communication strategies to publicize the company’s sustainability effort and promote broad awareness of sustainability initiatives, both internally and externally.
• Lead the process of generating the annual sustainability report
• Assess the organization’s current sustainability performance and identify and prioritize the organization’s key sustainability issues.
• Ensure appropriate internal controls and measurement systems are in place to support sustainability efforts.

Requirements

Education – Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field required; Master’s Degree preferred

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in leading a sustainability team
• Ability to understand complex technical issues in the production and use of materials used to create IPG product lines (eg, resins, adhesives, etc)
• Proven success in managing a sustainability program using sound business practices
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal and presentation skills
• Strong problem solving and analysis skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Strong influencing abilities across functions
• Solid experience in a manufacturing company
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with customers
• Exhibits sound judgment and professionalism in all aspects of the position
• Ability to differentiate between conflicting priorities and issues to identify underlying causes
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and assess priorities effectively

To Apply

Please submit resume and cover letter on or before January 10, 2020 to the search firm, Weinreb Group, via the following: https://weinrebgroup.com/jobs/vice-president-sustainability/. The cover letter should include why you are qualified for this role and information on possible start date. All submissions will be held in the strictest confidence.