ESG; Environmental, Social, and Governance) Project Manager

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Full Time Minneapolis, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $ To $ Annually

Job Purpose

Develop and implement an industry-leading Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program that aligns with Rise Baking Company’s strategic long-term sustainability and governance objectives. Partner with Operations, HR, Quality, Legal, Procurement, Sales, Marketing, R&D, and Finance to establish and monitor ESG KPIs, strengthen governance practices, and advance our company’s sustainability commitments.

Essential Functions

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve Rise Baking Company’s ESG strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder expectations
• Track, analyze, and report on environmental metrics such as energy use, greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, waste, and packaging sustainability across manufacturing facilities
• Partner with Operations and Quality to advance responsible sourcing, food safety, and animal welfare programs in line with company commitments
• Participate as a key leader in the company’s social responsibility initiatives, including employee wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, community engagement, and labor practices
• Establish and maintain governance policies, procedures, and internal controls that support ethical business conduct, risk management, and regulatory compliance
• Coordinate the collection and validation of ESG data across departments and facilities to support accurate, timely internal and external reporting
• Prepare ESG disclosures and reports aligned with recognized frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, CDP) for customers, investors, and other stakeholders
• Monitor evolving ESG regulations, customer requirements, and industry standards, and advise leadership on emerging risks and opportunities
• Support supplier engagement on sustainability expectations, including supplier codes of conduct, certifications, and sustainability surveys
• Train and educate employees, including Sales and Product Development teams, on ESG goals, sustainable claims, and related tools and topics
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress against ESG goals, and report results to senior leadership
• Build strong working relationships with cross-functional partners, including Operations, Legal, Finance, HR, Quality, and Procurement, to advance ESG priorities
• Support food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured products [SR1]
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

• Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, business, or a related field, and/or 3 equivalent years of experience
• 3+ years of experience in ESG, sustainability, or corporate responsibility
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks and standards and applicable environmental and labor regulations
• Strong project management skills and the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives from strategy through execution
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with experience collecting, validating, and reporting sustainability data
• Passion for sustainability and a deep commitment to advancing responsible business practices
• Food manufacturing experience and familiarity with commodity-sensitive businesses preferred
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office, with advanced skills in Excel
• Ability to work cross-functionally and with external partners, convey complex issues clearly, and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to organize, manage multiple priorities, and maintain…