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Senior level chief sustainability officer jobs place experienced leaders in charge of enterprise sustainability strategy, stakeholder accountability, and the cross-functional teams that drive measurable outcomes. Roles cover 40% remote and hybrid settings across Retail, Education, and Manufacturing, with employers like Amazon, Werfen, and Stok hiring at this level now.
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Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.
The Product Sustainability engineer will support the transfusion portfolio business entities with implementation of product sustainability principles and strategies that drive compliance to regulatory compliance to the circular economy. The incumbent will support initiatives supporting sustainability principles supporting teams involved in product design, product lifecycle management and process development.
The key deliverables to be achieved by the post holder and the ongoing responsibilities of the role include:
- Lead and manage a multi-year global program to embed sustainability across the product lifecycle—from design to end-of-life.
- Collaborate closely with the Global Sustainability Team and Corporate Sustainability to align strategy, resources, and execution plans.
- Partner with subject matter experts within the transfusion technology center to drive implementation and execution of sustainability initiatives.
- Engage and coordinate with stakeholders across R&D, QARA Operations, Supply Chain, marketing and IT to ensure integration of sustainability into product development and lifecycle management.
- Initiate and maintain relationships with external consultants as required for the project/program objectives.
- Integration corporate definitions and program governance expectations into the transfusion business operating system by defining workstreams, KPIs, and detailed roadmaps aligned with business priorities.
- Stay on top of product compliance and sustainability regulations (e.g., RoHS, REACH, SCIP, POPs, EU Green Deal PPWR, ESPR, BAT, etc.) and translate into actionable and measurable tasks across the program.
- Manage material master data elements supporting chemical and material compliance, and guiding design teams toward sustainable, non-toxic material substitutions.
- Develop and deliver periodic program reports and dashboards to track progress, risks, and milestones.
- Prepare and present regular updates to leadership and executive sponsors.
- Support the deployment of digital tools and data systems to support sustainability tracking and regulatory reporting.
- Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies throughout all phases of the program.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional collaboration across global sites.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Werfen Corporate and Technology Center Management.
- Transfusion Technology Center cross-functional team members (QA, RA, R&D, OPS, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Commercial Sales).
- All Werfen Technology Centers product and packaging sustainability team members.
- Corporate logistics product and packaging sustainability team members.
- Werfen Affiliate QARA and Commercial Sales.
- Legal/Compliance.
Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business or related field involved with Biotechnology, Material Science and /or In-vitro Diagnostics. Masters preferred.
Experience: Minimum 10 years in a program/project management role or 7 years with advanced degree. Preferably, in a regulated industry such as medical technology or pharmaceuticals product development or manufacturing.
- Proven ability to manage complex, global programs with multiple workstreams.
- Working knowledge of product sustainability (EU Green deal: PPWR, ESPR, BAT etc.) and environmental compliance regulations (RoHS, REACH, POPs, PFAS, etc.).
- Experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-functional coordination.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in program management tools (e.g., MS Project, -, or similar).
- Professional certification in sustainability, environmental management, or MBA.
- Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2, or similar certification.
- Experience with digital product compliance, digital product passports and sustainability tools.
- Familiarity with product-related ESG reporting and frameworks (e.g., GRI, TCFD, CSRD).
- Problem solving, conflict management, listening, managing and measuring work.
Domestic and international travel required - <20% of time
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
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Senior Level Chief Sustainability Officer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level chief sustainability officer job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have owned enterprise-wide sustainability programs, not just contributed to them. A strong portfolio demonstrates measurable outcomes, such as emissions reductions, ESG reporting improvements, or successful stakeholder initiatives. Experience leading cross-functional teams, presenting to boards or executive leadership, and translating sustainability frameworks into business strategy gives candidates the strongest edge.
Which companies hire senior level chief sustainability officers?
Companies hiring senior level chief sustainability officers right now include Amazon, Werfen, and Stok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from large enterprises and publicly traded companies with formal ESG commitments, as well as consulting firms and organizations under significant regulatory or investor pressure to report sustainability performance.
Are there remote senior level chief sustainability officer jobs?
Yes, though hybrid arrangements are more common than fully remote at this seniority level. About 40% of senior level chief sustainability officer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the cross-functional, stakeholder-facing nature of these roles. Many employers expect some on-site presence for executive alignment, board engagement, and team leadership responsibilities.
What makes a chief sustainability officer role senior level?
Senior level chief sustainability officer roles are defined by enterprise-wide ownership rather than program execution. Responsibilities typically include setting sustainability strategy, managing ESG reporting frameworks, influencing C-suite and board decisions, and leading teams of sustainability professionals. Candidates are expected to mentor junior staff, manage external partnerships, and connect sustainability goals directly to business performance and risk management.
Which industries hire the most senior level chief sustainability officers?
Senior Level chief sustainability officer roles concentrate in Retail, Education, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because of intensifying investor scrutiny, mandatory ESG disclosure requirements, and the scale of operations that justifies a dedicated senior leader to own sustainability strategy and reporting.