Sr Manager, Sustainability Roadmap & Sponsorships

Airbus•Herndon Area, VA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Sustainability Roadmap & Sponsorships is responsible for defining, as well as coordinating and providing technical/project management support, to implement Airbus’ environmental roadmaps at sites across the US. In addition, they are responsible for leading the day-to-day management of the sponsorships and donations process across Airbus’ sites and functions in the US.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in science, sustainability management, marketing, business, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
10+ years of experience in project management within a complex industrial organisation, with prior experience working on sustainability topics.
10% - 20% Domestic and International Travel Required.
Authorized to work in US.
Strong project management skills: ability to manage a wide range of projects and processes linked to Airbus’ environmental roadmap and sponsorships and donations process; track-record of end-to-end project execution.
Stakeholder management: ability to prepare for and execute regular and structured engagement with a wide range of stakeholders, including site leaders and members of senior management of Airbus Americas.
Sustainability knowledge and interest: knowledge of Sustainability roadmaps and decarbonization strategies, proven track record in developing and implementing sustainability strategies and initiatives.
Reporting skills: ability to synthesize complex processes and multiple timelines into clear, actionable reporting.
Analytical skills and financial acumen: ability to understand and review financial documentation in support of the environmental roadmap and as part of the review of sponsorship requests.
Communication skills: strong verbal and written communication ability.
Fluent written and spoken English.
Written, presentation and oral communication, interpersonal and consultative skills, as well as effective result-oriented problem solving skills.
Proficient in utilizing office productivity software.
Daily use of personal computer, telephone, copier, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors.
Daily able to carry documents, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Daily able to lift documents, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Daily able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on the production floor.
Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
Required PPE includes, but is not limited to, Safety Shoes, Safety Glasses, Hearing Protection, Respirators/Masks, and/or Protective Gloves as required by site and/or customer site.
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in science, sustainability management, marketing, business, or a related field.
French, German or Spanish.
Workday Google Workspace.
Knowledge of the MyIntegrity Airbus SDM tool.
Occasionally able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
Occasionally able to travel independently and at short notice.

Responsibilities

Defining, coordinating, and providing technical/project management support to implement Airbus’ environmental roadmaps at sites across the US.
Supporting global High5+ forecasts and reporting requirements, and ensuring progress updates are provided to site and regional leaders.
Providing support to central sustainability on key climate adaptation projects, ensuring priorities are covered and working with sites to share best practices.
Leading the day-to-day management of the regional Sponsorships, Donations and Membership (SDM) process.
Managing approvals in the Airbus MyIntegrity tool and providing timely feedback to requestors.
Collecting data on process implementation and project approvals.
Preparing and providing regular reporting to the management team on regional SDM spend/activity.
Coordinating regional projects aligned with the Airbus Foundation.
Maintaining a network of Sustainability Ambassadors in Airbus Americas to support in driving sustainability awareness and engagement.
Managing the Airbus Hub Sustainability page.
Managing internal engagement one-off initiatives and events relating to sustainability.
Other duties as assigned.