Sustainability Manager

Company Description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and vehicle industries toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 33,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.2 billion in 2023.

Job Description

We’re looking for a Sustainability Manager – UK to join our Innovation & Quality team

Hybrid (based in either the Leeds, Preston or Welwyn Garden City Office)

The Sustainability Manager – UK position will be within the Innovation & Quality team. The Innovation & Quality team support all the business units across the UK in providing better solutions for customers.

Purpose of the Role

The Sustainability Manager – UK will be responsible for the interpretation and implementation of the corporate strategy at a UK level. Part of this implementation includes championing sustainability across the business, driving innovation and encouraging continuous improvements. A key part of this role is providing stakeholders across the UK business with clarity on what sustainability looks like for their area and what they can do to align with the non-financial strategy.

What’s In it for You?

The Opportunity:

As Sustainability Manager – UK, you will be a key contributor to Sika by:

• Interpretation and implementation of corporate strategy and a UK level.
• Ensuring all key stakeholders understand their contribution to the sustainability strategy.
• Engaging different business areas to positively affect the sustainability impact across Sika UK.

The Rewards:

You will be rewarded with a competitive salary, and a sweep of great benefits. We pride ourselves on our total reward package:

• EV/PHEV Company Car Fleet or Car Cash Allowance
• Holiday 25 days rising to 28 days with service, plus bank holidays
• Hybrid Working
• Core Hours Working
• A company pension contribution of up to 10%
• Private healthcare for you, with option to add family
• Group life cover at 6x your annual salary
• Global Income Protection (PHI)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Staff discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme
• Dedicated Service Awards for reaching key milestones
• Selected discounted Sika products

The Support:

You will be joining a group of proactive and supportive individuals across the UK Innovation & Quality team. We have an open and friendly dialogue, and the team prides itself on a strong basis of openness and support where successes and mistakes are freely exchanged.

The Skills:

We seek a candidate that is comfortable working cross-functionally and can engage different areas of the business. We especially want to hear from those who have a positive and enthusiastic approach and have an eye for detail who can drive change.

A significant commitment to professional and personal development from day one, including a comprehensive local, product knowledge and leadership development initiatives complimented by a global Sika Business School offering.

The Future: 

Potential Career Routes: Head of Sustainability.

The opportunity to progress within a global company across a variety of business areas.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate a passion for sustainability.
• A relevant technical or business degree.
• Enthusiasm to work with every area of the business towards sustainability.
• Previous involvement in calculating and tracking scope 3 emissions.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Additional Information

Apply Today and Shape the Future with Sika!
Join us in driving innovation and success in the concrete and waterproofing industry. Be part of a company where your contributions are valued, and your career can thrive.