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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior sustainability manager in the United States is $80,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,500.00 and $103,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Senior Sustainability Manager, you need expertise in environmental science, sustainability strategy, and regulatory compliance, often supported by a relevant degree and experience in sustainability roles. Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks (such as GRI or CDP), project management tools, and certifications like LEED or ISO 14001 is typically required. Strong leadership, stakeholder engagement, and communication skills help drive organizational change and influence diverse teams. These skills are crucial for developing effective sustainability initiatives and ensuring an organization meets its environmental and social responsibility goals.

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CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees in environmental science, sustainability, or related fields, along with extensive experienceOften requires a bachelor's degree in environmental studies, sustainability, or related areas, with less experience needed
Work EnvironmentLeads strategic initiatives, manages teams, and collaborates with senior leadershipSupports sustainability projects, assists with data collection, and implements programs under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly found in large corporations, consulting firms, and organizations with dedicated sustainability departmentsTypically employed in organizations aiming to develop or support sustainability efforts, often in entry to mid-level roles

The main difference between a Senior Sustainability Manager and a Sustainability Coordinator lies in their level of responsibility, experience, and scope of work. The Senior Sustainability Manager oversees strategic planning and leadership, while the Sustainability Coordinator focuses on supporting and implementing sustainability initiatives. Both roles are essential in advancing organizational sustainability goals, but they differ significantly in seniority and complexity.

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A Senior Sustainability Manager leads the development and implementation of strategies to improve an organization's environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. They oversee sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, improving resource efficiency, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. These managers often collaborate with various departments, engage stakeholders, and report on progress to executives and the public. Their goal is to integrate sustainable practices into business operations to create long-term value for both the company and society.

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A Senior Sustainability Manager frequently works cross-functionally, partnering with departments such as operations, procurement, marketing, and compliance to integrate sustainability goals into broader business strategies. This often involves leading committees, facilitating sustainability training, and aligning departmental objectives with environmental and social responsibility targets. Effective communication and stakeholder engagement are essential, as the role requires balancing diverse priorities and securing buy-in from both leadership and frontline teams. Collaboration is key to successfully implementing sustainability initiatives that have measurable impact across the organization.
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Corporate Environmental Sustainability Manager

Hexcel Corporation

Amesbury, MA • On-site

$123K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

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Job description

Can you lead sustainability across borders?

At Hexcel, sustainability isn’t just a goal—it’s a guiding principle. As a global leader in advanced composite materials, we are committed to reducing our environmental footprint while enabling the future of aerospace, defense, and industrial innovation. With a strong investment in R&D and a culture of continuous improvement, we are shaping a more sustainable world—one breakthrough at a time

We are seeking a Corporate Environmental Sustainability Manager to lead and support global environmental sustainability initiatives across our operations. This is a high visible/impact role reporting to the Corporate Director of Environmental Affairs and Sustainability, where you’ll collaborate with senior leadership across the organization, drive data-driven strategies, and champion our global sustainability vision. This role can sit in our Salt Lake City, UT, Decatur, AL, or Amesbury, MA location.

What You’ll Do:

  • Collaborate with site teams to estimate GHG emissions, waste, water, and other sustainability metrics. Manage sustainability data collection and reporting for GHG Scopes 1, 2, 3, waste, and water.
  • Develop technical content and best practice tools for sustainability data collection and communicate with senior leadership.
  • Drive a world-class sustainability culture by working with various departments and functions to improve reporting, risk mitigation, and communication.
  • Monitor and communicate evolving sustainability regulations and their impact on operations.
  • Lead or support sustainability initiatives and disclosures to third parties like CDP, EcoVadis, and TCFD.
  • Support operational compliance and continuous improvement projects to reduce energy, GHG emissions, water use, and waste. Support ISO14001 and 50001 certifications 
  • Lead Scope 3 roadmap and life cycle analysis (LCA) projects and to help establish systems and processes for Scope 3 and LCA.
  • Oversee strategic SBTi process and 3rd party validation of data, and develop new sustainability targets, including net zero ambitions.
  • Prepare and deliver data summaries and presentations on sustainability performance and compliance to stakeholders.
  • Participate in trade associations and mentor site EHS staff to foster a strong global sustainability culture.

Driving Innovation. Empowering Progress. Sustaining Tomorrow.

Your boarding pass (qualifications):

  • Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, civil or chemical or environmental engineering or science, environmental studies, or equivalent technical degree.
  • 7+ years of experience leading and/or supporting corporate sustainability programs (e.g., carbon accounting, Scope 1, 2, 3 reporting/validation, waste reduction and water stewardship) and environmental sustainability compliance.
  • Demonstrated experience in compiling, reviewing, analyzing, and managing environmental sustainability data (e.g., Scopes 1, 2, 3 emissions, waste, water consumption, product carbon footprint).
  • Ability to lead and manage multiple technical projects/tasks.
  • At least three years of experience in voluntary disclosures, including but not limited to CDP, EcoVadis, TCFD, etc.
  • The ability to travel up to 25%, including global travel, with no travel limitations throughout Hexcel’s operating footprint.
  • Experience or knowledge in operational EHS is preferred.

With our strong investment in research and development and our culture of continuous improvement, Hexcel is the industry leader in the manufacturing of advance composite materials, including carbon fiber, woven reinforcements, resins, prepregs, honeycombs and additive manufactured parts. We invite you to join the Hexcel team at various manufacturing sites, sales offices and R&T centers around the globe. Become a part of the “strength within.”

This position is restricted to U.S. citizens due to U.S. government contract regulations that require the employment of only persons who are U.S. citizens. Hexcel (NYSE: HXL) is a global leader in advanced composites technology, a leading producer of carbon fiber, and the world leader in honeycomb manufacturing for the commercial aerospace industry.

Hexcel is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected class.

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