Position Summary: The Sustainability Manager, Circularity is the technical expert in the development and implementation of the Circularity Program. This role is pivotal and plays a key leadership part in developing and implementing strategies to minimize waste, maximize resource recovery, and drive a closed-loop economic system. Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to: + Develop and execute the U.S. Circularity Program, including setting goals, innovating, defining project scope, overseeing project teams, and managing timelines + Provide intelligence on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies and ensure the Circularity Program supports compliance for the company and its customers + Oversee waste audits and identify the most critical waste priorities and embed data into management systems + Design and implement efficient recycling systems to optimize resource recovery, minimize waste generation, and identify opportunities for reverse logistics + Establish robust data governance and management practices to track program progress, measure impact, and generate insightful reports + Provide insight on waste valuation to maximize waste revenues and minimize costs + Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (operations, customer service, IT, food safety quality, finance) to ensure program alignment and integration + Drive stakeholder engagement by raising awareness of the program's benefits and securing buy-in from internal and external partners + Develop training for best practices at the distribution center, restaurants and in operations to increase recycling, minimize contamination + Monitor industry trends in circularity and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and identify opportunities for continuous improvement + Ensure the operations follow all Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) and Good Warehouse Practices (GWP)/Good Drivers Practices (GDP) for transport rules and regulations + Travel requirement is up to 20% + Other projects or duties as assigned Required Skills and Experience: + Bachelor’s Degree with 5+ years of experience in sustainability, waste management, or a related field and 2+ years of management experience or High School Diploma with 8+ years of experience in sustainability, waste management, or a related field and 3+ years of management experience + Proven track record of leading and managing successful sustainability projects + In-depth understanding of waste valuation methodologies and recycling systems + Strong knowledge of data governance principles and experience with data management tools + Familiarity with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) and waste policies and regulations in the U.S + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills + Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively + Ability to identify teams to move forward work collaboratively + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills + Passion for sustainability and a strong desire to make a positive impact + This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test Preferred Skills and Experience: + Bachelor’s degree in environmental policy, sustainability, or related field Equal Opportunity Employee & Physical Demands Reyes Holdings and its businesses are equal opportunity employers. Company policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. In addition, the Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments. Background Check and Drug Screening Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Pay Transparency Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.