Sustainability Lead| Hanes Australasia | Kew | Australia-VIC-Kew

Job Description

We are looking for a Sustainability Lead to join our team on a permanent basis, reporting into our General Manager of Sustainability.

Our global sustainability goals are organised around the pillars of People, Planet and Product: we are dedicated to leaving a positive impression on the people who work for us, shop with us and who are part of the broader community, while reducing our environmental footprint.

Our sustainability program covers a broad range of topics, from reducing our climate impact; producing more sustainable and circular product and packaging; sourcing our products ethically; and contributing positively to our communities.

 What will I be doing ?

The primary purpose of the Sustainability Lead role is to support the Sustainability function to implement HAA's sustainability strategy across the business with particular focus on product and packaging sustainability, circularity and compliance.

• Supporting development and execution of the company's sustainability strategy, including goals and targets
• Working with stakeholders across the business to identify, define and monitor implementation of strategic sustainability and/or business initiatives
• Overseeing and ensuring compliance and effective risk mitigation against key sustainability requirements related to product and packaging (e.g. packaging/circularity etc.)
• Leading internal and external reporting related to product and packaging sustainability initiatives (e.g. APCO, Better Cotton, Seamless, Textile Exchange)
• Partnering with Hanesbrands and Hanes Australasia (HAA) Sustainability team members on reporting for product and packaging, including climate-related reporting
• Executing product certification audits, and guiding team members to ensure compliance to certification requirements
• Helping to drive and embed a culture of sustainability throughout HAA, providing the opportunity to make a difference.
• Supporting communication of sustainability achievements / initiatives internally

 What experience do I have?       

• 5+ years' experience working in the Apparel industry – either directly or indirectly in a professional services firm
• Experience in Sustainability, product, design or sourcing
• Experience in sustainability reporting and compliance, including product, packaging, GHG and other sustainability related metrics
• Knowledge of product or packaging Sustainability Criteria, certification and legislation.
• Experience in data analysis, including ability to interpret, visualise and summarise key insights and recommendations
• Ability to understand broader HAA strategy to inform and align on progress towards sustainability strategy and goals
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, including Excel and Power BI
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (written and oral)
• Strong problem solving mindset

What's in it for me?

• Amazing working culture, structured training & development programs, genuine internal career pathways … love coming to work!
• Huge staff discounts! Enjoy up to 70% across all brands in the Hanes portfolio … we're talking about huge savings on Bonds, Champion, Sheridan, Bras N Things, Berlei, Jockey – and more!
• Sample sales and extended family and friends' discounts
• Wellness Programs – regular free skin checks, flu shots, EAP
• Access to awesome perks, including access to Parental Leave Program
• Monthly business updates from our CEO and Senior Leadership Team, with regular presentations from our community partners
• “Summer Fun” – take advantage of a days leave every fortnight, in addition to your leave allowance, during the summer months and make the most of the sun!
• Company-wide “Golden Yarn” Reward & Recognition Program
• Established and committed LEAN organization offering on-going training to all employees
• Genuine commitment to global sustainability - https://hbisustains.com/

Who are we?

Hanes Brands Australasia is home to some of Australia's most iconic brands, We have 18 brands in our HBA portfolio, including Bonds, Berlei, Jockey, Sheridan and Bras N Things, and a few offices across Australia and New Zealand. Our Head Office is in Kew, Melbourne; we have multiple sites in Sydney, offices in Auckland and factories in China. We're a household name delivering beautiful comfy products that Aussies just love. And with six hugely successful e-commerce sites, an extensive and rapidly growing store network, amazing and well-established wholesale partnerships and a growing international presence, the future is looking bright!

Cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace …

At Hanes Australasia we value an inclusive and diverse environment in line with our purpose of creating the fabric of a better life for our People and Planet. Our recruitment decisions are based on the key essential needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique experience, strengths, and characteristics.  We encourage you to talk to us about how we can accommodate and provide support for employees with disability, illness, or injury, including: flexible working hours, allocating minor duties to another person, assistive technologies and additional training and support. For more information, please email us at  accessibility@hanes.com. For any non-related accessibility enquiries please direct these to careers@hanes.com