Strategic Sustainability Manager - Sustainable Natural Rubber

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Singapore, SGP
Hybrid
Mid level
Automotive • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead global sustainable natural rubber (SNR) governance, policy, assurance, supplier engagement, and reporting. Represent Continental in GPSNR and industry bodies, design risk/mitigation strategies, run supplier capacity building and Rubberway onboarding, manage SNR KPIs and reporting (SPOTT, GPSNR, ESRS, CDP), and support carbon/Scope 3 emissions data collection across the NR value chain.
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Company Description

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2022, Continental generated sales of €39.4 billion and currently employs around 200,000 people in 57 countries and markets.

With its premium portfolio in the car, truck, bus, two-wheel and specialty tire segment, the Tires group sector stands for innovative solutions in tire technology. Intelligent products and services related to tires and the promotion of sustainability complete the product portfolio. For specialist dealers and fleet management, Tires offers digital tire monitoring and tire management systems, in addition to other services, with the aim of keeping fleets mobile and increasing their efficiency. With its tires, Continental makes a significant contribution to safe, efficient and environmentally friendly mobility.

Job Description

Major activities:

Global SNR Governance & Policy Leadership
• Develop and maintain SNR governance frameworks and policies.
• Align internal stakeholders to ensure coherent implementation across functions.
• Translate global sustainability expectations into actionable internal guidelines.
• Manage the development of frameworks for internal and external workstreams / projects related to Continental's natural rubber value chain

Industry Representation & Standard Setting
• Represent Continental in Global Platform for Sustainable Natural Rubber (GPSNR) working groups and industry coalitions and ensure Continental’s interest are considered in the development of the international GPSNR framework.
• Shape sector-wide standards, assurance models, and reporting frameworks.
• Build partnerships with NGOs, customers, and regulators to influence global NR sustainability direction.

Assurance, Risk & Mitigation Strategy
• Lead the design and execution of SNR assurance processes.
• Develop risk assessment methods for NR supply chain vulnerabilities.
• Establish mitigation plans and oversee follow-up with suppliers.

Supplier Engagement and Capacity Building
▪ Identify and analyse material sustainability risks
▪ Assess and evaluate the likelihood of sustainability risks and the impact
▪ Collate and interpret data to support assessment of sustainability risks
• Define long-term supplier improvement roadmaps.
• Lead capability-building programs with strategic suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive continuous improvement.
▪ Prioritize and facilitate projects that are aligned with sustainability strategy 
▪ (co-) Manage current and future projects and initiatives (e.g.GIZ, GPSNR capacity building)

Data, Reporting & Transparency Leadership 
▪ Oversee NR sustainability KPI governance and reporting.
▪ Lead annual SPOTT, GPSNR, ESRS and customer reporting cycles.
• Improve data systems, tools, and methodologies for transparency.
▪ Create and maintain a dynamic dashboard for monitoring and reporting of datasets and metrics
▪ Support any other Natural Rubber reporting requests, eg CDP questionnaire, customer requests
▪ Ensure yearly submission of GPSNR Reporting Requirements to GPSNR and customers as well as the achievement of minimum standard expected 

Carbon Neutrality Pathway for Natural Rubber
Implement carbon guidelines for Purchased Goods in Natural Rubber:
▪ Engage with industry partners (eg. GPSNR) to look at natural rubber value chain with focus on GHG (Greenhouse gases) inventory management
▪ Scope 3 catgeory 1 emissions reporting: support and faciliate HQ reporting via data collection along the natural rubber value chain

Sustainable Natural Rubber Sourcing Implementation
Manage the development of frameworks, strategies and policies for Continental natural rubber, via following focus areas:
▪ Maintain SNR policy (signed off by Suppliers)
▪ Survey and supervise implementation of SNR policy by suppliers
▪ Audits and exception handling
▪ Identify implications of SNR on supplier portfolio management and purchasing strategy
▪ Support and guide buyers in sustainable procurement
▪ Deploy SNR strategy in close collaboration with NR Lead buyers and monitor supplier portfolio conformance
• Ensure conformity of SNR standard and sourcing with GPSNR Assurance model. Lead the yearly assurance process.

Rubberway
▪ Lead the Rubberway program by developing and deploying a supplier onboarding concept, ensuring proper data risk assessment and planning and conducting appropriate risk mitigation measures
▪ Conceptualize methodological improvements for relevant processes and tools (e.g. Rubberway methodology, orrective Action Plan trackers and follow-up) and actively engage with relevant stakeholders to implement changes

Qualifications

Education/Certification 
Degree in Business Administration, Engineering , Sustainability Management, Environmental Sciences, Supply Chain Management, International Relations, or a related field.

Additional skills and experience
3+ years of experience in sustainability, responsible sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in the natural rubber or automotive industry.
Experience representing organizations in international sustainability platforms or working groups (e.g., GPSNR, ).
Technical Skills:
 - Strong understanding of sustainability standards, assurance models, and risk assessment methodologies (e.g., Ecovadis, Rubberway, ZSL SPOTT).
 - Proficiency in sustainability reporting frameworks and tools (e.g., GRI, CDP, GPSNR reporting).
 - Data analysis and audit preparation skills to ensure high-quality, verifiable reporting.
Stakeholder Engagement:
 - Demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Legal, R&D, Marketing) and external stakeholders (e.g., NGOs, suppliers, customers).
 - Skilled in negotiation and advocacy to represent corporate interests in multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Advanced Interpersonal Skills:
- Negotiation 
- Intercultural Communication

Additional Information

Continental Tires Holding Singapore Pte Ltd is a subsidiary of Continental. Our major tasks is to ensure the supply of natural rubber to Continental's tire and technical rubber plants on time, in the right quantity and quality, at competitive prices and responsibly sourced. Like everywhere else in Continental, we believe in great people culture and foster team spirit. We offer a friendly working atmosphere, flexibility and fairness.

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Skills Required

  • Degree in Business, Engineering, Sustainability Management, Environmental Sciences, Supply Chain, International Relations, or related field
  • 3+ years' experience in sustainability, responsible sourcing, or supply chain management
  • Experience representing organizations in international sustainability platforms or working groups (e.g., GPSNR)
  • Strong understanding of sustainability standards, assurance models, and risk assessment methodologies (e.g., Ecovadis, Rubberway, ZSL SPOTT)
  • Proficiency in sustainability reporting frameworks and tools (e.g., GRI, CDP, GPSNR reporting)
  • Data analysis and audit preparation skills to ensure verifiable reporting
  • Demonstrated stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and advocacy skills with NGOs, suppliers, customers, and internal teams
  • Experience in natural rubber or automotive industry

Continental Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Continental and has not been reviewed or approved by Continental.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health plans are often described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, vision, and related programs (such as HSA/FSA) highlighted as strong components. Feedback suggests the quality of healthcare coverage is a meaningful part of overall compensation satisfaction.
  • Retirement Support — Retirement offerings, including 401(k) plans with company contributions, are viewed favorably and frequently mentioned alongside competitive base pay. These plans are seen as a reliable pillar of the total rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays, vacation/PTO, and other leave programs are presented as part of a broad benefits suite. The scope of time-off options contributes positively to perceived overall value.

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The Company
HQ: Hannover
66,749 Employees
Year Founded: 1871

What We Do

Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic and transportation. In 2020, Continental generated sales of €37.7 billion and currently employs around 235,000 people in 58 countries and markets. In 2021, the company celebrates its 150th anniversary.

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