Job description:

We are looking for a Sustainability Manager, who will be responsible for the post-consumer recycling growth strategy in the Market for Chile and Uruguay.

In this role, you will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing initiatives for the recycling and collection of used beverage cartoons.
You will be based in Santiago de Chile, Chile at our Tetra Pak Office.
This position requires 20% of travel.
Tetra Pak is not sponsoring work visas or relocation for this position.

 

What you will do

 

As Sustainability Manager, you will:

 

• Drive sustainability programs to implement the Tetra Pak Group strategy in the assigned Market. The major focus is on developing collection and recycling programs for post-consumer packages - either independently or in collaboration with other third parties.
• Secure sustainability in our portfolio is recognized in the Market by supporting the Marketing and front-office teams.
• Helps the Sustainability Transformation Directors with the deployment of any toolkits and training, also providing feedback on customer needs and insights from engagements with customers in the Market.
• Manage local investment projects in recycling and/or collection.
• Prepare business cases.
• Monitor project development, installation, commissioning and performance.
• Secure compliance with local collection/recycling regulations/targets as applicable.
• Secure reliable accounting and reporting of collection/recycling rates.
• Control and manage the budget for activities related to the programs.
• Understand and maintain close collaboration with PRO's (Producer Responsibility Organizations) from EPR (Extender Producer Responsibility Law) system.

Profile description:

• Bachelor's degree
• Minimum 5 years experience in managing programs related to sustainability, environment, waste management and post-consumer recycling.
• Deep Knowledge with EPR regulations in Chile (Ley REP).
• English language Fluent (written and spoken) is required
• Proven experience in project management
• Good public presentations skills
• Advanced knowledge of Excel and Power BI
• Solid knowledge of social media
• Good communication and stakeholders management
• Food industry experience is a plus
• Strategical thinking, we expect initiative and implementation of strategies

We offer:

 

• A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our industry experts drive visible results
• An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements

 

Apply Now

 

If you are inspired to be part of our promise to protect what’s good; for food, people, and the planet, apply through our careers page at https://jobs.tetrapak.com/. 
This job posting expires on August 18th, 2025.

 

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is an everyday part of how we work. We give people a place to belong and support to thrive, an environment where everyone can be comfortable being themselves and has equal opportunities to grow and succeed. We embrace difference, celebrate people for who they are, and for the diversity they bring that helps us better understand and connect with our customers and communities worldwide.

Karen Lima