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Sustainability Lead

Castlery • Singapore • Added on Aug 27, 2026
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As the Sustainability Lead, you will take full ownership of the environmental and social agenda for a rapidly scaling global furniture brand. You will be responsible for transforming broad climate commitments into a rigorous, data-driven framework, managing everything from annual reporting and carbon accounting to supplier compliance programs. By sitting within the Global Quality team, you ensure that sustainability is not just a marketing claim but a fundamental technical standard integrated into the production and supply chain.

This role is crucial because it bridges the gap between high-level design philosophy and the complex realities of a direct-to-consumer supply chain. You will directly influence how materials like wood and textiles are sourced through FSC and BSCI certifications, while leading the charge on circularity and packaging reduction across international markets. It is an opportunity to build a defensible sustainability foundation for a brand that is redefining modern home living.

This suits someone who is a pragmatic expert in ESG reporting and supply chain transparency, comfortable navigating both technical carbon data and the fast-paced environment of a growing design-led business.

Job FAQs

What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The primary mission is to own the annual sustainability report from data collection to final narrative, ensuring it meets international standards like GRI and CDP. You will be the technical lead for carbon accounting, establishing a reliable Scope 1-3 baseline that the business can use to set and track reduction targets. Beyond reporting, you will manage the supplier audit program, focusing on certifications like FSC for timber and BSCI for social compliance. This involves working directly with manufacturers to drive corrective actions and integrating responsible sourcing standards into the core buying process alongside the Merchandising and Quality teams.

Key learning opportunities for this job

You will gain deep expertise in global supply chain transparency within the furniture sector, a category with high material complexity. Managing certifications across multiple jurisdictions like the US, UK, and APAC will sharpen your understanding of cross-border environmental regulations. Additionally, you will have the chance to apply AI tools and advanced analytics to sustainability workflows, specifically using platforms like Power BI and Claude to streamline carbon accounting and reporting governance in a high-growth tech-enabled environment.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The ideal profile features 5 to 8 years of experience in corporate sustainability, with a clear focus on retail or consumer goods supply chains. A technical background in Environmental Science or a related field is highly valued, as is a hands-on mastery of the GHG Protocol and GRI reporting. You should be an analytical problem-solver who is comfortable with Excel and carbon accounting software. Soft skills are equally important; the ability to influence stakeholders in Merchandising and Logistics without direct authority is essential for integrating sustainability into operational decision-making.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

Focus your application on concrete examples of where you have turned data into action. Instead of just listing certifications, explain how you managed a supplier non-compliance issue or how you successfully closed a data gap in a Scope 3 inventory. Demonstrating a balance between technical rigor and commercial awareness will be key. Given Castlery's design-led culture, show that you understand the intersection of product quality and sustainability. Highlighting experience with specific furniture materials or logistics challenges will make your profile stand out as someone who can hit the ground running in their specific industry context.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

The role centers heavily on responsible sourcing and supply chain ethics. Because Castlery is a furniture brand, ensuring the traceability of raw materials and the fair treatment of workers in the manufacturing process is a top priority, largely managed through FSC and BSCI frameworks. There is also a significant focus on operational decarbonization. You will be the architect of the company’s carbon footprint strategy, moving beyond high-level estimates to granular, auditable data that supports real reductions in packaging waste and logistics emissions.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

One of the primary hurdles will be data fragmentation across a global supply chain. Gathering accurate Scope 3 data from diverse suppliers and international logistics partners requires persistence and the creation of new, robust governance structures where none may currently exist. You may also face the challenge of balancing sustainability goals with rapid scaling. As the company expands into new markets, you will need to ensure that sustainability standards are not compromised by speed, requiring constant negotiation with procurement and marketing teams.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day might begin with a supplier audit review, checking compliance reports and following up on corrective actions. Mid-morning could be spent in Power BI, analyzing carbon data to prepare for the next annual report or a quarterly board update on ESG progress. Afternoons often involve cross-functional meetings with the Buying team to discuss sustainable material alternatives or with the Logistics team to quantify the impact of new packaging initiatives. You will likely end the day tracking emerging sustainability regulations in the US or UK to update the internal compliance roadmap.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

As the first or primary Lead in this space, you have the opportunity to shape the entire sustainability department. Success in this role could lead to a Head of Sustainability position as the team grows to match the company's global expansion. There is also significant potential for high-visibility leadership. By owning the sustainability agenda end-to-end, you will be positioned as a key strategic partner to the executive team, influencing the long-term direction of the brand’s global footprint and circular economy strategy.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

You will report within the Global Quality department, working closely with the Head of Quality to ensure ESG standards are met. Internal collaboration is heavy with Merchandising and Supply Chain teams to operationalize sourcing and packaging goals. Externally, you will be the primary point of contact for certification bodies and third-party auditors. You will also interact with the Legal and Marketing departments to ensure all public-facing sustainability claims are evidenced and compliant with greenwashing regulations.

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