Sustainability & Product Stewardship Manager

We are seeking a Sustainability and Product Stewardship Manager in Greensboro, NC. 

How will you play an integral role?

The Sustainability and Product Stewardship Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing Unifi’s sustainability and ESG mission. This position leads the development, execution, and continuous improvement of Unifi’s corporate sustainability strategies and global initiatives, ensuring alignment with the company’s long-term environmental and social goals.

What is essential for success? 

• Strategic Thinker – Demonstrates the ability to leverage systems, analytical tools, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance sustainability processes and outcomes


• Analytical Mindset – Applies life cycle analysis and data-driven insights to solve complex environmental and product stewardship challenges


• Effective Communicator – Builds strong relationships across departments, fostering collaboration and driving engagement in sustainability initiatives


• Public Presence – Confidently represents Unifi at conferences, trade shows, and media events, articulating the company’s sustainability vision and achievements


• Adaptable – Thrives in a dynamic environment, independently developing and executing initiatives that align with evolving business and regulatory landscapes

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and analyze company policies and processes to identify areas and processes to which improvements can be made in accordance with the organization’s commitment to environmental sustainability


• Work collaboratively and interdepartmentally to develop and implement a sustainability strategy for Unifi's global operations


• Manage and execute annual sustainability report


• Manage and execute global, comprehensive life cycle inventory/analysis studies and updates


• Maintain and improve supplier code of conduct for social and environmental best practices documentation with Supply Chain, Internal Auditing, and Legal teams - as well as global leaders


• Manage incoming and outgoing communications on product stewardship requests. Collaborate internally for information fulfillment on these requests


• Monitor emergent environmental and regulatory opportunities and challenges for our company and our industry


• Support Commercial, Legal, and Investor Relations teams regarding assessment criteria in the area of sustainability


• Collaborate with local, industry, private, investor, and governmental organizations to identify key opportunities as related to areas of sustainability


• Identify necessary new certifications and associated programs at customer request and at Unifi initiative to support the value proposition of REPREVE

Are you qualified for the position? 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree required


• Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Sustainability, or related field a plus

Experience 

• 1-3 years of experience in corporate setting


• Experience in environmental practices, regulatory management and/or sustainable practices a plus

Have we mentioned our impressive benefits?

• Competitive compensation


• Generous vacation & paid holidays


• Flexible work options


• Comprehensive medical & health benefits


• Life Insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• & more!

About Us

Become part of the UNIFI® team and help change the world. UNIFI is at the forefront of textile manufacturing innovation and fiber science. We are the people behind REPREVE®, the world’s leading brand of recycled fiber. We help major fashion, sports, homeware, and automotive brands make cutting-edge sustainable products. Learn more about what makes Unifi special and how you can start making a difference today.

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. No immigration sponsorship is available for this role. 

Unifi Manufacturing, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to a criminal background check, work history review, and drug screening.