Senior Manager Materials and Circularity (m/f/d)

THE FUTURE LOOKS LIKE YOU

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 27,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop, offering high-quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for all. We are building on 184 years of experience in the fashion industry to continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

This role will focus on supporting the delivery of the 2028 sustainability strategy for sustainable materials, animal welfare and circular products. The main objective is to drive the delivery of C&A’s sustainable materials and circularity roadmap, aligning company-wide goals and annual KPIs, with a focus on implementing initiatives that support sustainable materials and circular economy objectives, while assisting sourcing and buying teams in developing more sustainable products. In partnership with merchandising and sourcing, you will oversee the adoption of sustainable raw materials, including recycled and organic fibres, supporting efforts for traceability within the supply chain.

At C&A we are driven by our values. We are united by our passion for fashion and consumers. We believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet. We see ourselves as an always-on learning community, always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. Only when we work together as a team we can face challenges and find innovative solutions. This is your chance to join the C&A team as Senior Manager Materials and Circularity (m/f/d)!

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the integration of circular economy principles into product design, focusing on recyclability, reuse, and lifecycle optimisation
• Train and guide buying, sourcing, and product teams to adopt sustainable practices, ensuring these principles are part of daily decision-making
• Act as a key resource for internal teams, providing expertise on material sustainability, circularity, and best practices
• Collaborate with design, sourcing, and product development teams to develop products with Cradle-to-Cradle certifications and other selected sustainability standards
• Drive alignment across departments to meet sustainability KPIs, ensuring goals are understood and prioritised
• Facilitate support for the implementation of European regulations such as the Digital Product Passport (DPP), Eco-Design for Sustainable Products Regulation, among other, in partnership with internal stakeholders
• Collaborate with product and supply chain teams to incorporate regulatory requirements into material choices, product design, labelling, and lifecycle management
• Monitor and report progress on material sustainability, using lifecycle assessment tools and data to inform decisions, while contributing to external reporting, audits, and certifications
• Ensure the accuracy and legitimacy of product-related sustainability claims in consumer-facing communications by working closely with legal, marketing and corporate communication teams
• Continuously monitor emerging trends, technologies, and market opportunities to bring cutting-edge solutions to C&A
• Lead pilot projects for innovative materials and circular product systems, scaling successful initiatives company-wide

WHAT YOU BRING

• 7+ years of experience in sustainability roles, with expertise in sustainable materials, circular product development, and supply chain management
• Excellent understanding of the apparel supply chain
• Strong understanding of recyclable materials, traceability systems, and certifications such as Cradle to Cradle and Textile Exchange standards
• Proven ability to facilitate cross-functional teams and deliver measurable, data-driven sustainability outcomes
• Skilled in analysing data and translating insights into actionable strategies to achieve KPIs
• Excellent project management, with experience engaging stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to influence and motivate people to change practices through strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Deep personal interest in, and passion for, sustainability

WHAT WE OFFER

• Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
• Access to Partner Discount Scheme
• An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
• 30 days' vacation plus additional 3 days off
• Corporate pension scheme
• An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
• A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture