Do you have the agility of a cheetah and the strategic expertise to guide the future of supply chains?
As our Cheetah Supply Chain Navigator, you’ll be leading the charge to revolutionize the paper packaging and textiles supply chains. You’ll help transform how companies source materials, steering them away from Ancient and Endangered Forests and toward Next Gen alternatives like wheat straw and textile waste. The future is circular, and you’ll be at the forefront of making that happen!
Location
Remote (Individuals from time zones within North/South America, UK, and the EU are welcome to apply)
Reports to
Strategic Lead, Next Gen
Direct Reports
1–2 Corporate Campaigner(s)
Position Type
Full-time
Start Date
ASAP
Compensation
CAD 95–140K gross per annum, contingent on experience, plus benefits.
Deadline for Applications
November 22
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with MMCF (viscose) producers and major corporations to introduce Next Gen products into their supply chains, reshaping the market for sustainable alternatives.
- Develop and deliver projects that scale the production and market uptake of Next Gen materials in line with Canopy’s conservation goals.
- Engage large corporate consumers of forest products, industry bodies, and environmental organizations, turning them into champions for forest-friendly solutions.
- Guide a team of Next Gen campaigners and ensure that our conservation objectives are seamlessly integrated into corporate practices.
- Stay on top of industry trends, government policy, and the latest developments in conservation to inform your campaign strategy.
Desired Qualifications:
- 3–7 years’ direct experience in either campaigning, private sector sustainability strategy, supply chain management, or some combination of the above.
- Proven ability to develop and implement effective, impactful campaigns, strategies and/or sustainability initiatives.
- Strong project management skills.
- Strong understanding of supply chain development and management.
- Good facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Well-developed communication skills, both oral and written.
- Skilled at representing their organization at external forums.
- Good negotiation, partnership development and advocacy skills.
- Embrace a "Yes, AND... mindset'' to foster innovation and collaboration.
- A passion for the world’s forests.
How To Apply
COMPLETE THE EXERCISE
Describe a time when you led a diverse group of stakeholders — such as institutions, corporations, or other key partners — to achieve a significant breakthrough or milestone. How did you design and implement the plan? Outline the key steps you took, the challenges you navigated, and the outcome of your efforts
SEND US YOUR COVER LETTER AND CV
Send us your CV and Cover Letter detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this role, addressed to the hiring panel, along with the exercise below and email to chiefcharmer@canopyplanet.org and mark the subject line: “Cheetah Supply Chain Navigator”
There are few environmental organizations that can match Canopy in its unflinching commitment to saving the world’s forests and the many species that depend on them, while having the pragmatic acumen necessary to help companies do better by those forests.
- Margaret Atwood
Novelist, Poet, and Literary Critic
Canopy is a solutions-driven not-for-profit environmental organization dedicated to protecting forests, species, and climate. For 25 years, Canopy has been a driving force in transforming wood-based supply chains — including publishing, packaging, and textiles — to eliminate fibre coming from the world's most critical forests and ensure a livable planet for all.
Canopy embraces equity and diversity and is committed to a workplace that is enriched by the people, needs, and desires of our diverse community. We thank all applicants; however, we will only contact candidates who successfully secure an interview.
Canopy offers a competitive salary range. New Canopals can expect a salary typically within the lower half of the range, reflecting our commitment to equitable compensation practices. We believe in fostering a supportive work environment where employees can thrive. We also offer comprehensive benefits packages, professional development opportunities, and a supportive workplace culture dedicated to environmental conservation. At Canopy, we prioritize the well-being and growth of our team members, ensuring they have the resources and support needed to excel in their roles and contribute meaningfully to our mission.
