Ferguson
Sustainability Manager - Extended Producer Responsibility
Ferguson, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Sustainability Manager - Extended Producer Responsibility
Ferguson is committed to driving sustainability and environmental stewardship across all aspects of our operations. We’re seeking a Sustainability Manager – Extended Producer Responsibility to lead our sustainable packaging, waste and recycling initiatives, support broader environmental performance goals, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Position Summary As the Sustainability Manager, you will serve as program coordinator for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Your focus will be to reduce packaging and waste‑related costs, improve recycling rates, and coordinate cross‑functional partners to ensure timely reporting and compliance. You will work closely with Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, Own Brand, and external stakeholders such as the Producer Responsibility Organization to develop and execute an enterprise‑wide EPR readiness roadmap.
Location This role is remote with an ideal location in the Mid‑Atlantic for corporate office visits in Newport News, VA, or hybrid in Newport News, according to company policy. Some travel to Ferguson locations across the U.S. is required.
Responsibilities
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Program Development and Management
Lead development of the enterprise roadmap for EPR readiness, including data capture, analysis, and reporting.
Establish procedures and documentation for reporting methodologies for all reporting companies.
Serve as the enterprise EPR project manager and coordinate internal and external partners to ensure timely reporting and compliance.
Internal partners include Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, and Own Brand.
External partners include the Producer Responsibility Organization and branded vendors collaborating on sustainable packaging.
Align with Finance Business Partners to forecast the financial impact of EPR fees.
Sustainable Packaging Strategy, Circular Economy, and Waste Management
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Own Brand teams on strategy development for packaging to promote sustainability and fee reduction.
Engage suppliers on circular economy partnership opportunities.
Ensure compliance with state and local waste handling and recycling requirements.
Lead initiatives to reduce waste and improve recycling across Ferguson’s operations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Supply Chain, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in sustainability, compliance, or packaging strategy.
Familiarity with Extended Producer Responsibility and other federal, state, and local waste regulations.
Experience implementing circular economy principles such as sustainability of materials, packaging reduction, and utilization of post‑consumer recycled material.
Strong analytical skills and experience working with packaging data.
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or other data visualization tools.
Ability to travel as required.
Benefits and Compensation Pay Range: $7,949.70 – $13,016.30 (Monthly salary for salaried roles, hourly for other roles). This position is eligible for bonuses or incentive plans.
Selected benefits include health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, mental health coverage, family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor. Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. We also meet the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑741.5(A), prohibiting discrimination against qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity equal‑employment‑employment employer.
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Position Summary As the Sustainability Manager, you will serve as program coordinator for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). Your focus will be to reduce packaging and waste‑related costs, improve recycling rates, and coordinate cross‑functional partners to ensure timely reporting and compliance. You will work closely with Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, Own Brand, and external stakeholders such as the Producer Responsibility Organization to develop and execute an enterprise‑wide EPR readiness roadmap.
Location This role is remote with an ideal location in the Mid‑Atlantic for corporate office visits in Newport News, VA, or hybrid in Newport News, according to company policy. Some travel to Ferguson locations across the U.S. is required.
Responsibilities
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Program Development and Management
Lead development of the enterprise roadmap for EPR readiness, including data capture, analysis, and reporting.
Establish procedures and documentation for reporting methodologies for all reporting companies.
Serve as the enterprise EPR project manager and coordinate internal and external partners to ensure timely reporting and compliance.
Internal partners include Legal, Finance, Supply Chain, and Own Brand.
External partners include the Producer Responsibility Organization and branded vendors collaborating on sustainable packaging.
Align with Finance Business Partners to forecast the financial impact of EPR fees.
Sustainable Packaging Strategy, Circular Economy, and Waste Management
Collaborate with Supply Chain and Own Brand teams on strategy development for packaging to promote sustainability and fee reduction.
Engage suppliers on circular economy partnership opportunities.
Ensure compliance with state and local waste handling and recycling requirements.
Lead initiatives to reduce waste and improve recycling across Ferguson’s operations.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Supply Chain, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in sustainability, compliance, or packaging strategy.
Familiarity with Extended Producer Responsibility and other federal, state, and local waste regulations.
Experience implementing circular economy principles such as sustainability of materials, packaging reduction, and utilization of post‑consumer recycled material.
Strong analytical skills and experience working with packaging data.
Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or other data visualization tools.
Ability to travel as required.
Benefits and Compensation Pay Range: $7,949.70 – $13,016.30 (Monthly salary for salaried roles, hourly for other roles). This position is eligible for bonuses or incentive plans.
Selected benefits include health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, a 401(k) with company match, mental health coverage, family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and more.
Equal Employment Opportunity The Company is an equal opportunity employer and a government contractor. Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. We also meet the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑741.5(A), prohibiting discrimination against qualified veterans and individuals with disabilities. Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity equal‑employment‑employment employer.
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