Senior Manager, Product Sustainability & Circularity — VF International (The North Face, Timberland)
- Location
- EMEA · CHE · Stabio · VF Campus VF1
- Contract
- part-time
- Posted
- 89 days ago
Role overview
VF Corporation is looking for a Senior Manager, Product Sustainability & Circularity to join our Global Sustainability team based in Stabio, Switzerland.
Let’s talk about the role!
As a Senior Manager, Product Sustainability & Circularity , you’ll be at the forefront of working across VF and its portfolio of brands to drive transformative change in alignment with our Global Sustainability strategy, current and emerging regulatory requirements, with a particular emphasis on circularity and product sustainability.
- VF Corporation is looking for a Senior Manager, Product Sustainability & Circularity to join our Global Sustainability team based in Stabio, Switzerland.
- Let’s talk about the role!
- We are a small team with big responsibilities.
- We innovate, design and implement sustainability initiatives across VF and its Brands through the lens of our Global Sustainability strategy and emerging regulatory requirements.
- The role requires adept relationship building skills across both internal and external stakeholders. Fluent in English (written and verbal);
- other languages are a plus.
Main responsibilities
- We are a small team with big responsibilities.
- We innovate, design and implement sustainability initiatives across VF and its Brands through the lens of our Global Sustainability strategy and emerging regulatory requirements.
- The Senior Manager leads internal and external engagements and manages a team to collectively meet the future demands and needs of the region in alignment with global VF’s Global Sustainability programs. How You Will Make a Difference
- As Senior Manager, Product Sustainability & Circularity , you will be responsible for the following key activities and programs: Product Sustainability & Circularity
- Leading a team focused on measuring, reducing, and reporting the impact of VF’s materials and products for Europe based brands or to report for EU specific regulations.
- Building capabilities & processes that improve data quality and analysis for upcoming product impact reporting and disclosures, by building expertise in AI data solutions for analysis and reporting
- Guide brand teams through EU regulation requirements & implement improvements for their product impact data.
- Support global brands with circular product design and innovation, including identification and vetting of circular materials and technologies, including textile to textile recycling, chemical recycling, and closed loop systems for both apparel and footwear materials
- Define and guide VF’s Circular Product Design strategy, aligned with emerging regulatory requirements, brand priorities, and the Global Sustainability Strategy.
- Collaborate with factory engagement teams to assess waste re-integration opportunities for our post-industrial scrap.
Key requirements
- The role requires adept relationship building skills across both internal and external stakeholders. Fluent in English (written and verbal);
- other languages are a plus.
Company and context
- Be part of an iconic lifestyle brand in a multi brand, multi countries organization
- On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
- Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
- As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity.
- We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
- If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you! R-20260420-0002
Additional details
- The Senior Manager leads internal and external engagements and manages a team to collectively meet the future demands and needs of the region in alignment with global VF’s Global Sustainability programs. How You Will Make a Difference
- As Senior Manager, Product Sustainability & Circularity , you will be responsible for the following key activities and programs: Product Sustainability & Circularity
- Represent the Global Sustainability team internally and externally, including key industry association meetings, circularity and sustainability conferences, VF Town Halls, and other events. Environmental Regulatory Preparedness
- Lead business process implementation to align with, and maximize opportunities from, upcoming product-related regulatory requirements in the EU. Retailer Engagement
- Engage with key retailers in EMEA to ensure VF brands are strategically positioned from a sustainability perspective (e.g. Critical work relationships:
- Work closely with Government Affairs and Legal Counsel to continuously integrate regulatory developments into the VF operational process. Skills for Success
- Strong communicator and enjoys working with people. What’s in it For You
- On site gym offering health and well-being initiatives A discount card with 50% on all VF brands
- Break out areas offering complimentary hot drinks Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity
- If you like what you have read and want to join our team then we would like to hear from you!
Notes and original content
- The Senior Manager leads internal and external engagements and manages a team to collectively meet the future demands and needs of the region in alignment with global VF’s Global Sustainability programs.
- How You Will Make a Difference
- As Senior Manager, Product Sustainability & Circularity , you will be responsible for the following key activities and programs:
- Product Sustainability & Circularity
- Represent the Global Sustainability team internally and externally, including key industry association meetings, circularity and sustainability conferences, VF Town Halls, and other events.
- Environmental Regulatory Preparedness
- Lead business process implementation to align with, and maximize opportunities from, upcoming product-related regulatory requirements in the EU.
- Retailer Engagement
- Engage with key retailers in EMEA to ensure VF brands are strategically positioned from a sustainability perspective (e.g.
- Critical work relationships:
Questions about this listing
What salary does VF International (The North Face, Timberland) offer for this role?
VF International (The North Face, Timberland) lists CHF 142'000 - 249'500 gross per year for this position in EMEA · CHE · Stabio · VF Campus VF1. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does VF International (The North Face, Timberland) offer?
This listing is a part-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with VF International (The North Face, Timberland) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need the G permit to apply for this role in Ticino as an Italian cross-border worker?
Yes, if you are resident in Italy within the 20 km border zone. The Swiss employer files the G-permit application at the Ticino cantonal migration office after the contract is signed — first issuance takes 2-6 weeks, then automatic yearly renewal for as long as the employment continues. Weekly return to your Italian home is required to keep the status.
How do I apply for this position at VF International (The North Face, Timberland)?
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