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Sustainability Programs Manager

@ Roseburg Forest Products
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Springfield, Oregon, United States
RemoteFull Time
Responsibilities:Developing strategy, Managing data, Ensuring compliance
Requirements Summary:Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in sustainability; strong advisory, communications, and project management skills.
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Description

Purpose

The Sustainability Programs Manager will lead the development and execution of Roseburg’s sustainability programs by overseeing ESG data management, regulatory compliance, and product environmental declarations. This role will partner closely with other teams to advance environmental performance, transparency, and compliance, while serving as a trusted advisor on sustainability issues, represent the company in associations and committees, and drive meaningful improvements across operations, product declarations, and reporting.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Sustainability Strategy & Governance
    • Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive sustainability strategy aligned with business goals.
    • Collaborate across functions (Commercial, Operations, Marketing, Compliance) to ensure alignment and execution of sustainability initiatives.
    • Communicate policy updates, implications, and strategic direction to key personnel internally.
  • Data Management, ESG Reporting & Product Declarations
    • Oversee ESG data collection, validation, and reporting; prepare materials to meet customer and board requirements.
    • Maintain the corporate carbon database (Scopes 1, 2, and 3) and track progress against targets.
    • Lead the creation and maintenance of product environmental information, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of reporting - Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), Health Product Declarations (HPD), Product Transparency Documents (PTDs), and Carbon Assessments.
    • Produce the annual Corporate Sustainability Report for the Board of Directors.
  • Compliance, Certifications & Due Diligence
    • Manage FSC/SFI/PEFC certification activities; serve as the central contact for 3rd party certifiers and programs.
    • Develop Sustainable Biofuels Program (SBP) to support sales of biofuel to Japan from the Coos Bay Shipping Terminal.
    • Develop and deliver training for FSC Site Coordinators and other sustainability-related training for internal and external audiences.
    • Maintain LEED and other green building program compliance materials to meet customer requirements.
  • Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
    • Identify, quantify, and drive opportunities for energy efficiency and emissions reductions across facilities and processes.
    • Work with Commercial and Operations teams to revise and maintain product declarations and sustainability communications.
    • Develop a centralized documentation repository for all sustainability-related records and certifications.
  • Communications, Training & Public Engagement
    • Represent and advocate for Roseburg with external stakeholders as needed.
    • Communicate sustainability updates and strategies to internal stakeholders; represent the company in external forums as appropriate.
    • Provide training and educational sessions to employees, customers, specifiers, and partners.
    • Uphold Roseburg’s positive public image and core values; demonstrate the highest ethical standards.
  • Perform additional duties assigned to support the company’s sustainability objectives.
  • Model company core values 

 

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of related experience in natural resource sustainability or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
  • Passion for elevating and communicating the positive role of sustainable wood products in global markets.
  • Expert and trusted advisor on sustainability issues with the ability to influence across levels (up, down, peers; internal and external).
  • Strong strategic analysis and complex problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent listening, writing, and verbal communications skills; advanced presentation and public speaking abilities.
  • Self-directed, capable of meeting deadlines, and able to work independently; maintains composure in high-pressure situations.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage a wide variety of audiences (public officials, scientists, operations managers, technical staff, industry leadership, and the general public).
  • High attention to detail, accuracy, and outstanding organizational skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload; thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
  • Travel as necessary to company locations, association/policy venues, and events (~30%).

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Auditing experience preferred.
  • Experience in wood products/an understanding of the natural resources business
  • Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and compliance programs.
  • Experience with FSC®, SFI®, or PEFC® Certification.
  • LEED® AP or LEED® GA credentialed.
  • Experience in developing EPDs/LCAs, HPDs, and carbon accounting (Scopes 1–3).
  • Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, TCFD) and regulatory affairs.
  • Experience in marketing alignment and sustainability communications

Summary

About Roseburg Forest Products

Founded in 1936, Roseburg Forest Products is a privately held company based in Springfield, Oregon. With a legacy in sustainable forestry and innovative wood products manufacturing, we are a leading North American producer of engineered wood, exterior trim, plywood, lumber, and medium density fiberboard (MDF). Our products shape and support homes, workplaces, and industries, while our timberlands protect forest health for future generations and provide high-quality wood fiber for our integrated operations.

At Roseburg, we believe in making lives better from the ground up through the products we create, the relationships we build, and the communities we support. Our team of passionate professionals value safety, integrity, and excellence in all we do. From the mill to the forest to the office, you’ll find opportunities to grow and contribute to a company that cares for people, communities, and the environment.

Learn more about who we are and what we do at www.roseburg.com.

 

Benefits at Roseburg

Roseburg offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our team members and their families. Key benefits include:

  • Bonus opportunities based on company and individual performance
  • 401(k) with up to 4% company match and 3% automatic company contribution
  • Vacation starting at 3 weeks and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance options
  • Mental health benefits for the entire family, including 8 free annual sessions per person
  • Wellness programs and incentives, including biometric screenings & wellness challenges
  • Paid time away from work for illness or injury, as well as paid parental bonding time
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
  • Company match for charitable contributions
  • Education assistance and professional development support
  • Financial and retirement counseling
  • Additional voluntary benefits including pet insurance, student loan refinancing, and exclusive scholarships for child dependents, and more!

 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY AND VETERANS