NGE Sports
Standards Engagement, Materials Matter Specialist
NGE Sports, Boulder, Colorado, United States, 80301
Overview
Standards Engagement, Materials Matter Specialist Reports to: Senior Manager, Standards Engagement Remote USA/EU About Textile Exchange: Textile Exchange is a global non-profit driving beneficial impact on climate change across the fashion and textile industry. It guides brands, manufacturers, and farmers toward more purposeful production from the start of the supply chain. By 2030, the goal is to guide the industry in achieving a 45% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions within fiber and raw material production. Its focus is holistic, accelerating the adoption of practices that improve water, soil health, and biodiversity. Textile Exchange believes that approachable, step-by-step instruction paired with collective action can change the system to make preferred materials and fibers an accessible default, mobilizing leaders through attainable strategies and solutions. For more information, visit . Position Summary
The Standards Engagement, Materials Matter Specialist will provide technical content support and stakeholder engagement capacity as part of the transition toward the Materials Matter System (MMS). This role focuses on enabling engagement with fiber and material stakeholders (Tier 4) by supporting the materials leads with system and standards knowledge, coordinating consultations, and structured feedback collection. The Specialist will serve as a bridge between the Standards and Assurance Department, Materials Leads, and Tier 4 stakeholders to ensure accurate, accessible communication of policies, system expectations, and opportunities for continuous improvement. This role helps translate evolving system content into clear engagement strategies and supports inclusive, actionable stakeholder participation. Responsibilities
Content Expertise & Policy Awareness Serve as the engagement content expert for the Materials Matter Standard criteria and related policies that impact Tier 4 stakeholders. Monitor updates to the standard, policies, and calibrations that affect Tier 4 stakeholders, and ensure changes are communicated clearly in collaboration with the Standards & Assurance team and Materials Engagement Team. Translate technical updates into clear, stakeholder-friendly content and tools to support understanding and adoption by Tier 4 audiences.
Stakeholder Feedback & System Improvement
Lead the identification, design, and delivery of consultations related to Materials Matter topics that impact Tier 4 stakeholders, working in close collaboration with Materials Engagement Team. Gather and document feedback, challenges, and insights from Tier 4 stakeholders to inform continuous improvement of the Materials Matter Standard and system elements. Track and synthesize stakeholder trends, surfacing recurring themes to relevant internal teams to guide system development and policy updates.
Awareness Raising
Act as a liaison between the Standards & Assurance department and the Materials Engagement Team, ensuring technical content is translated into accessible and actionable information for T4 audiences. Support engagement opportunities, such as webinars, workshops, and Round Table sessions, to help Tier 4 stakeholders understand the Materials Matter system. Create tailored, accessible educational materials that clearly explain system changes and policy expectations to various T4 audiences.
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Support the Materials Engagement Team in managing relationships with raw material stakeholders by offering standards content knowledge and helping address questions related to system changes and MMS policy. Respond to complex stakeholder inquiries related to Materials Matter system and policy topics. Track and maintain records of stakeholder engagement, feedback, and follow-up through Textile Exchanges case management system.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in sustainability, stakeholder engagement, or related fields. 3+ years of experience in a stakeholder-facing role with a focus on raw materials, standards and certification, and/or producer-focused supply chains management. Demonstrated ability to represent an organization publicly and effectively build and maintain stakeholder relationships. Strong organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly. Ability to work in a flexible, fast-paced remote environment, able to meet deadlines and share progress regularly. Comfort with ambiguity, pivoting, and working toward a big-picture mindset. Strong work ethic and self-motivation with ability to work remotely effectively. Dedicated team player. Occasional travel, if needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work in European or North American time zone. Experience working in standards, certification, or sustainability frameworks. Familiarity with tools such as Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, and Zoom. Strong project management experience, including delivering high-profile stakeholder initiatives. Knowledge of Textile Exchanges standards, vision, and mission. Ability to work remotely and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Employment Package
Schedule: 40 hours per week Required Travel: 10% Salary Range: $65,000 to $80,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr
Standards Engagement, Materials Matter Specialist Reports to: Senior Manager, Standards Engagement Remote USA/EU About Textile Exchange: Textile Exchange is a global non-profit driving beneficial impact on climate change across the fashion and textile industry. It guides brands, manufacturers, and farmers toward more purposeful production from the start of the supply chain. By 2030, the goal is to guide the industry in achieving a 45% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions within fiber and raw material production. Its focus is holistic, accelerating the adoption of practices that improve water, soil health, and biodiversity. Textile Exchange believes that approachable, step-by-step instruction paired with collective action can change the system to make preferred materials and fibers an accessible default, mobilizing leaders through attainable strategies and solutions. For more information, visit . Position Summary
The Standards Engagement, Materials Matter Specialist will provide technical content support and stakeholder engagement capacity as part of the transition toward the Materials Matter System (MMS). This role focuses on enabling engagement with fiber and material stakeholders (Tier 4) by supporting the materials leads with system and standards knowledge, coordinating consultations, and structured feedback collection. The Specialist will serve as a bridge between the Standards and Assurance Department, Materials Leads, and Tier 4 stakeholders to ensure accurate, accessible communication of policies, system expectations, and opportunities for continuous improvement. This role helps translate evolving system content into clear engagement strategies and supports inclusive, actionable stakeholder participation. Responsibilities
Content Expertise & Policy Awareness Serve as the engagement content expert for the Materials Matter Standard criteria and related policies that impact Tier 4 stakeholders. Monitor updates to the standard, policies, and calibrations that affect Tier 4 stakeholders, and ensure changes are communicated clearly in collaboration with the Standards & Assurance team and Materials Engagement Team. Translate technical updates into clear, stakeholder-friendly content and tools to support understanding and adoption by Tier 4 audiences.
Stakeholder Feedback & System Improvement
Lead the identification, design, and delivery of consultations related to Materials Matter topics that impact Tier 4 stakeholders, working in close collaboration with Materials Engagement Team. Gather and document feedback, challenges, and insights from Tier 4 stakeholders to inform continuous improvement of the Materials Matter Standard and system elements. Track and synthesize stakeholder trends, surfacing recurring themes to relevant internal teams to guide system development and policy updates.
Awareness Raising
Act as a liaison between the Standards & Assurance department and the Materials Engagement Team, ensuring technical content is translated into accessible and actionable information for T4 audiences. Support engagement opportunities, such as webinars, workshops, and Round Table sessions, to help Tier 4 stakeholders understand the Materials Matter system. Create tailored, accessible educational materials that clearly explain system changes and policy expectations to various T4 audiences.
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Support the Materials Engagement Team in managing relationships with raw material stakeholders by offering standards content knowledge and helping address questions related to system changes and MMS policy. Respond to complex stakeholder inquiries related to Materials Matter system and policy topics. Track and maintain records of stakeholder engagement, feedback, and follow-up through Textile Exchanges case management system.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in sustainability, stakeholder engagement, or related fields. 3+ years of experience in a stakeholder-facing role with a focus on raw materials, standards and certification, and/or producer-focused supply chains management. Demonstrated ability to represent an organization publicly and effectively build and maintain stakeholder relationships. Strong organizational, leadership, and decision-making skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information clearly. Ability to work in a flexible, fast-paced remote environment, able to meet deadlines and share progress regularly. Comfort with ambiguity, pivoting, and working toward a big-picture mindset. Strong work ethic and self-motivation with ability to work remotely effectively. Dedicated team player. Occasional travel, if needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work in European or North American time zone. Experience working in standards, certification, or sustainability frameworks. Familiarity with tools such as Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, and Zoom. Strong project management experience, including delivering high-profile stakeholder initiatives. Knowledge of Textile Exchanges standards, vision, and mission. Ability to work remotely and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Employment Package
Schedule: 40 hours per week Required Travel: 10% Salary Range: $65,000 to $80,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr