ESG Manager

About Us

Ready to make waves in the fashion and textile industry? At Textile Exchange, we're on a global mission to tackle climate change head-on! We're a passionate non-profit that's connecting brands, manufacturers, and farmers to build a future of more sustainable, eco-friendly production right from the start of the supply chain.

Our bold goal? By 2030, we're aiming to slash greenhouse gas emissions in fiber and raw material production by a whopping 45%! We’re all about working together—because when we combine forces, amazing things happen. Whether it's improving water quality, boosting soil health, or preserving biodiversity, we’re committed to leaving the planet better than we found it.

We know real change takes more than just talk—it takes action. That’s why we make it simple and collaborative for everyone to play their part. Our step-by-step, approachable strategies paired with collective action are designed to transform how the industry works. We're making preferred materials and fibers the new standard, empowering leaders like you with proven solutions and the support of an awesome, driven community.

At Textile Exchange, we believe materials matter. If you’re ready to be part of the change, join us! Visit TextileExchange.org to learn more.

Work Globally, Impact Locally—From Anywhere!

At Textile Exchange, we're a remote team spread across 20+ countries, united by our shared mission to drive change in the global textile industry and beyond. Our diverse crew taps into the power of collaboration to accelerate climate action and tackle key environmental goals—all from the comfort of our home offices or wherever we happen to be.

We work side by side with farming groups, processors, brands, retailers, and environmental experts from every corner of the world. Together, we're tackling the industry's most pressing challenges and building a brighter, more sustainable future. This is your chance to join a cutting-edge global nonprofit that's making a real impact—and we want you to help take our mission to the next level!

And guess what? We take care of our team! At Textile Exchange, you'll enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes paid time off, a discretionary yearly bonus, opportunities for continuing education, and so much more.

Ready to be part of something big? Come join our dynamic, mission-driven team and make a difference on a global scale!

Like all roles at Textile Exchange, this role will be primarily home-based; Textile Exchange is a US-based but remote-working organization with a global team. Candidates must be available to work across United States and European time zones.

Job Summary

The ESG Manager at Textile Exchange will play a pivotal role in advancing our Climate and Nature Impact workstreams by ensuring alignment to key ESG frameworks and requirements, to help drive connected and collective action across the fashion, apparel and textile industry.

This position, situated within the Climate and Nature Impact department, reporting to the Impact Tools Lead, will be instrumental in shaping the ESG aligned strategies for Textile Exchange’s Impact Tools, the Materials Benchmark, Impact Data and Measurement, and Reports and Research. This role will also serve as the lead point of contact for Textile Exchange in external working/ steering groups focused on the development of ESG reporting frameworks and guidance.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Hold deep subject matter expertise on the landscape of global ESG reporting frameworks and requirements relevant to the fashion, apparel, and textile industry, and be responsible for tracking new and emerging frameworks.

• Ensure that Textile Exchange’s Impact Tools and supplementary materials are aligned to relevant ESG reporting frameworks, including conducting mapping exercises and providing recommendations, as well as working with relevant team members to execute recommendations.

• Represent Textile Exchange on external steering / working groups and feed into the development of new/emerging ESG reporting frameworks.

• Provide direction and develop guidance to support Textile Exchange members to report relevant ESG information on their tier 4 raw material supply chains.

• Support Impact Tools Lead in developing and executing strategies for Textile Exchange’s Impact Tools, ensuring alignment with the future development of external ESG frameworks wherever possible.

• Provide day-to-day support in developing and implementing changes to Textile Exchange’s Impact Tools, as well as producing methodology documentation and materials for external audiences.

• Work cross-functionally to provide key insights into all the Climate and Nature Impact workstreams, across Impact Tools, Impact Data & Measurement, Reports and Research, and Policy.

Minimum Requirements

• 3-5 years' experience in a relevant sustainability or ESG-focused role.

• Working knowledge of/ or exposure to key ESG reporting frameworks and legislation, including Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products (EUDR), Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD), Science Based Targets (SBTs), SBTs for Nature, Climate Disclosure Project (CDP), Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), and Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB), among others.

• Experience leading and/or completing ESG reporting requirements OR working on the development of ESG reporting frameworks.

• Analytical with a data-driven mindset, with strong ability to synthesize and convey the bigger picture.

• Strong written communication skills.

• Advanced competency in Excel.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in the fashion, textile and apparel industry is a plus.

• Working knowledge or exposure to sustainability / fashion or apparel industry ESG benchmarks, such as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, Sustainalytics, Fashion Revolution Transparency Index, Business of Fashion Sustainability Index, among others.

Employment Package

• Reports to: Impact Tools Lead
• Full-Time Position, 40 Hours a Week
• Location: Virtual/Remote
• Salary Range: 62,000 –94,000 USD
• To be filled as soon as possible (start date to be agreed between both parties).
• Our salary structures are location-agnostic, ensuring equal pay for the same role, irrespective of location. Final employment offers are determined based on the role, candidate experience, education, and other relevant factors, but not on location. Offers will be presented in the local currency of the candidate's permanent residence. Benefits are tailored to the region of the candidate's permanent residence and align with Textile Exchange’s regional employment packages.
• To see if we hire in your country and for more information, please visit: https://remote.com/country-explorer

How to Apply

Please apply here with your resume and a cover letter.

Application submission deadline: January 10th, 2025

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis as they are submitted. Early application submission is strongly encouraged.

Textile Exchange is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status

Keywords

ESG ManagerClimate ImpactNature ImpactESG ReportingSustainabilityFashion IndustryApparel IndustryImpact ToolsImpact DataReportsResearch