AMR Zero Waste Program Manager, Global Energy & Sustainbility

Summary

In Places, we don’t sit back and let things happen; we make things happen, and we do this in service to all Apple employees and customers. Our team is a diverse and nimble group that manages Apple’s retail stores, workplaces, and workplace services.

We develop and manage Apple’s global real estate portfolio, lead all related capital construction projects, provide outstanding facilities and site services, develop and lead sustainability initiatives to reduce the environmental impact of all Apple facilities, including commute and renewable energy programs, and do everything we can to ensure the health and safety of all Apple personnel, facilities, and customers in our facilities around the world.

About the role

The AMR Zero Waste Corporate Lead is part of the Global Energy & Sustainability team, and plays a critical role in executing strategies to fulfill our circular materials and zero waste objectives at our corporate offices, distribution centers and data centers across the Americas (AMR).

The focus of the role is to develop and implement solutions across our real estate portfolio that contribute to Apple achieving its goals of zero waste to landfill, increased use of renewable or recycled materials, and reduced carbon emissions. As a geographic lead, the role will collaborate extensively with internal and external stakeholders in region to drive results that impact our building design, development, and operation.

Responsibilities

Waste Management and Reporting - Implement regular waste volume data capture including waste audits, stay abreast of emerging legislation and compliance requirements (state, provincial, and federal levels), and monitor progress towards environmental goals, reporting on key metrics to stakeholders.

• Program Localization - Work closely with GEST Zero Waste Program Lead to adjust program strategies for local conditions. Develop regional implementation strategies and identify opportunities to improve performance and drive innovation.
• Zero Waste Certifications - Drive and implement roadmaps for TRUE certification for major campuses and distribution centers in AMR, supporting teams through the entire process. Manage application development process and all necessary documentation.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Education: Develop effective cross-functional relationships across multiple groups including janitorial, Apple TV, Caffe Macs, EH&S, Procurement, Events, and Operations to execute on zero waste roadmap. Liaise with city, local, state/provincial authorities, consultants and vendors as necessary to manage expectations and work streams. Conduct trainings and educational events to support ongoing program performance.

Tools and Training Development - Develop and maintain tools, templates, guidelines, and training materials that support project teams in achieving, tracking and validating environmental outcomes. Design and deliver Zero Waste training to sites as appropriate, including at least on a quarterly basis for all sites going for TRUE certification. Conduct educational events to support ongoing program performance.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS degree with 5+ years of experience working in leading sustainability or zero waste programs
• Familiarity with local and state waste management regulations across municipal waste, hazardous waste, e-waste and organic waste
• Excellent data analytics, communication and presentation skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degrees in environmental management, policy or sustainability with a waste or materials focus
• Experience deploying solutions in a variety of facility types including retail and / or corporate environments
• Working experience with certification schemes including TRUE, UL, LEED, BREEAM, etc.
• Demonstrated success in managing multiple projects, priorities, and people concurrently in a fast-paced, high growth, and results driven environment