Sustainability Coordinator - Sustainable Products & Materials Job Introduction
Selfridges has always been more than just a shop. We're a social space where everyone feels welcome and a creative playground where culture and commerce collide. We are also an experimental hub for innovative and sustainable ideas in retail. Our goal is to make the world brighter, and you can be an important part of this mission.
About the Role
The Sustainability Coordinator for Sustainable Products & Materials will support the materials agenda by collaborating with stakeholders across brands and internal buying teams to promote sustainable products and materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage data and verification processes for 'more sustainable' materials.
- Ensure products meet sustainability criteria and comply with legislation.
- Support the expansion of the 'more sustainable' product definitions and identification of sustainable brands.
- Provide expertise on green claims to internal communication teams.
- Build relationships with brands to ensure alignment with sustainability standards.
- Serve as a point of contact for queries related to sustainable products and materials.
- Create guidance materials and liaise with institutions to support sustainability initiatives.
Systems and Processes Support
- Improve systems supporting sustainability initiatives.
- Assist with data tracking, reporting, and vendor communication.
- Support development of learning modules and manage administrative tasks.
- Research sustainability topics to aid project delivery.
Candidate Profile Preferred Qualifications
- Degree in Sustainability, Fashion, Supply Chain, Environmental Science, or related fields.
- Experience in sustainability and material sourcing, preferably in fashion or luxury retail.
- Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
- Experience in reporting, project management, and product development.
- Knowledge of sustainability standards and legislation related to textiles.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about apparel and textiles sustainability.
- Analytical, detail-oriented, and collaborative.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Curious about industry developments and best practices.
- Organized with good administrative skills.