Sustainability Director, RPSNA

Amcor Flexibles, LLC is seeking a Sustainability Director for Rigid Packaging Solutions North America in Houston, TX. This role involves leading sustainability strategies for North American customers, aligning them with global priorities, and driving decarbonization efforts. The candidate should have extensive experience in packaging sustainability and strong leadership skills. The position requires travel of 25-30% and offers a competitive salary along with various benefits.
Purpose The Sustainability Director, Rigid Packaging Solutions North America is responsible for leading customer‐facing sustainability strategy and execution across the RPSNA business. This role serves as Amcor's sustainability leader for North American rigid packaging customers, enabling growth, differentiation, and long‐term partnerships through sustainable packaging and decarbonization solutions.


Primary Responsibilities
Align RPS North America sustainability priorities with Amcor's global strategy, translating corporate commitments into practical business and customer outcomes. Lead internal and customer‐facing decarbonization strategies, partnering with operations, engineering, procurement, and commercial teams to deliver measurable emissions reductions. Serve as a sustainability leader and representative for key RPSNA customers, supporting development and long‐term partnerships. Represent Amcor Rigids North America with industry groups, and external partners, reinforcing sustainability leadership. Own sustainability‐related regulatory and policy awareness for RPSNA, translating requirements into clear business and customer guidance. Enable supplier and value‐chain collaboration to support customer sustainability commitments and circular, low‐carbon packaging solutions. Embed sustainability into RPSNA culture and capabilities through leadership engagement, training, and change management. What We Value
Strategic Mindset Engages People and Teams Sets Priorities and Drives Results Cultivates Innovation Attracts and Develops Talent Customer Focus Drives Vision and Purpose Qualifications
B.S. / M.S. degree in engineering, marketing or equivalent is required. 10+ years' of relevant product experience in packaging and/or plastics sustainability. Cross‐functional leadership, business acumen and strategic thinking. Advanced knowledge of packaging materials, technologies and processes. Deep understanding of the sustainability landscape, globally and regionally. Understanding of circular economy concepts and their implementation for packaging. Ability to coach, train and influence others. Executive‐level oral, written and presentation skills. Ability to travel at least 25‐30%. Salaried Statement The starting salary for this position is expected to be between $150,000 and $180,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on job‐related knowledge, skills, and experience. Position may also be eligible for Amcor's Management Incentive Plan / Sales Incentive Plan, which is an annual bonus program based on business and individual performance, as well as medical coverage and other health and welfare benefits.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision plans Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full‐time salaried employees Company‐paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account Life insurance, AD&D, short‐term & long‐term disability, and voluntary benefits Paid Parental Leave Retirement Savings Plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval) Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)Equal Opportunity Employer
Amcor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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