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Product Sustainability Specialist
full-timeLyndhurst$75k - $90k

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Location

Lyndhurst

Salary

$75k - $90k

Type

full-time

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Company Description

With more than 100 years of experience, Sika is a worldwide innovation and sustainability leader in the development and production of systems and products for commercial and residential construction, as well as the transportation, marine, automotive, and renewable energy manufacturing industries.

Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

 

Job Description

Broad Function and Purpose of Position:

The Product Sustainability Specialist will be responsible for organizing and advancing the sustainability attributes of Sika’s products and solutions within North America. The individual will provide technical expertise on key issues related to green building programs, net zero, scope 3 emissions, and circular economy and will supervise all non-operations’ sustainability initiatives, taking into consideration regulatory and market trends. The individual will work in alignment with the Corporate Product Sustainability team and other regions to ensure strategic consistency and the sharing of best practices.

 Sika offers a flexible work schedule.

Base salary of $75,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience and educational background.

Specific Responsibilities:

 

  • Adapt and implement the corporate sustainability strategy throughout North America, specifically relating to the following strategic targets: Sustainable Solutions, Climate Performance, and Community Engagement
  • Organize, prioritize, and execute projects related to product sustainability across North American target markets and business units including LCA, recycled content, scope 3 emissions, low-emitting materials, and embodied carbon.
  • Act as North American specialist in relevant green building programs, regulation, and market trends, coordinating as needed across departments, within businesses, and alongside corporate sustainability.
  • Create and supervise sustainability roadmaps from North American departments, excluding operations.
  • Communicate regularly with corporate product sustainability team and other regions to ensure strategic alignment and ongoing sharing of best practices.
  • Coordinate and ensure consistent sustainability communication and marketing across North American target markets and business units through platforms including Sika’s website, social media, campaigns, presentations, etc.
  • Coordinate and ensure ongoing training of North American sales and technical teams on Sika’s sustainability targets, strategy, and solutions.
  • Support the development and execution of Region America’s comprehensive sustainability strategy and remain closely aligned with corporate sustainability and ESG initiatives.

Qualifications

Qualifications/Experience/Education:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree and above, with professional qualifications in sustainability, ESG, or related focus.
  • Experience in energy efficiency and carbon footprint reduction within operations is mandatory.
  • Scope 3 emissions experience and a technical/engineering background is a plus.
  • Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite (advanced Excel skills preferred).  
  • Excellent project management, leadership, and communication skills.

 

Additional Information

Perks & Benefits

  • 401k with Generous Company Match 
  • Bonuses
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Paid time off, Paid holidays
  • Floating holidays + Paid Volunteer Time
  • Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
  • Education Assistance
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program & More!

Sika fosters a culture of entrepreneurship, empowering each individual to make decisions, learn from experiences, and shape their own career path. The safety and well-being of employees are top priorities at Sika, with a strong commitment to open communication and maintaining a safe workplace. In addition, Sika actively contributes to the community and promotes sustainability by giving back, minimizing environmental impact, and embracing social responsibility.

 

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

  • Global Contract type: Permanent
  • Region: Americas
  • Area: USA
  • Global Department: R&D
  • Compensation: USD75000 - USD90000 - yearly
  • Other facts

    Tech stack
    Sustainability,ESG,Energy Efficiency,Carbon Footprint Reduction,Project Management,Leadership,Communication,Green Building Programs,Scope 3 Emissions,Circular Economy,Technical Expertise,Regulatory Trends,Market Trends,Sustainability Strategy,Microsoft Office,Advanced Excel Skills

    About Sika AG

    Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.

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    Team size: 10,001+ employees
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    Industry: Chemical Manufacturing

    What you'll do

    • The Product Sustainability Specialist will organize and advance the sustainability attributes of Sika’s products in North America, providing technical expertise on green building programs and sustainability initiatives. They will also supervise sustainability roadmaps and ensure strategic alignment with corporate sustainability efforts.

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    As a Product Sustainability Specialist at Sika AG, you will: the Product Sustainability Specialist will organize and advance the sustainability attributes of Sika’s products in North America, providing technical expertise on green building programs and sustainability initiatives. They will also supervise sustainability roadmaps and ensure strategic alignment with corporate sustainability efforts..

    Why join Sika AG as a Product Sustainability Specialist?

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