Sustainability Director, RPSNA

Amcor Flexibles, LLC is seeking a Sustainability Director for Rigid Packaging Solutions North America in Auburn, ME. The role involves leading sustainability strategies, aligning with corporate commitments, and fostering partnerships with customers. Responsibilities include driving decarbonization efforts, engaging with industry groups, and enhancing sustainability culture within the organization. Candidates should have extensive experience in packaging sustainability, strategic leadership skills, and a relevant degree.
life insurance, flexible benefit account, parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, flex timeUnited States, MaineMay 18, 2026Accelerate the possible by joining a winning Amcor team that's transforming the packaging industry and improving lives around the world. At Amcor, we unpack possibility through our innovative and responsible packaging to provide solutions that benefit our customers, our people and our planet. More than 10,000 consumers worldwide encounter our products every second and rely on us for safe access to food, medicine and other goods. We value their trust by making safety our guiding principle. It's our core value and integral to how we do business. Beyond this core principle, our shared values and behaviors unite us as we work together to elevate customers, shape lives and protect the future. We champion our customers and help them succeed. We play to win - adapting quickly in an ever changing world - and make smart choices to safeguard our business, our communities and the people we serve for generations to come. And we invest in our world‑class team, empowering our colleagues to unpack their potential, because we believe when our people grow, so does our business.Job Description 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 ResponsibilitiesAlign 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 ValueStrategic MindsetEngages People and TeamsSets Priorities and Drives ResultsCultivates InnovationAttracts and Develops TalentCustomer FocusDrives Vision and PurposeQualificationsB.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 StatementThe starting salary for this position is expected to be between $150,000 to $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.Our ExpectationsOur people are engaged and developing as part of a high‑performing Amcor team.Our customers grow and prosper from Amcor's quality, service, and innovation.Our investors benefit from Amcor's consistent growth and superior returns.The environment is better off because of Amcor's leadership and products.Equal…