Operations Manager - Waste Management & Mobility (Sustainable Development)

  • Permanent contract
  • Full-time
  • At least 5 years of experience (Senior level)
  • BTEC Higher National Diploma, Diploma of Higher Education
  • Sustainability Project Manager

Waste Management, Circular Economy, EPR, Eco-Mobility, End of Life management


Posted on 06/01/2026

Mission

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  1. Waste management (80%+ timeshare)

    1. Zero Waste & Recycling

  1. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Reporting & Compliance

  1. Vendor Management & Governance

  1. Product Circularity & Reuse

  1. Data, Audit & Sustainability Reporting


  1. Eco mobility (20% timeshare based on critical needs)

  1. Eco-Mobility Strategy Implementation

  2. EV charging and cycle parking Infrastructure Enhancement

  3. Stakeholder Engagement

  4. Event Organization

  5. Vendor management

Profile

Qualification:

  • 3 - 5 years of experience in Sustainability topics especially Waste management, Circular economy, EHS, Eco-mobility etc.,

  • Knowledge in sustainability & environment topics with qualification in B.E/B.Tech. or M.E/M.Tech or BSc/MSc with background in environmental studies (preferable)

  • Internal Applicants: Preferably a Store leader or (Senior) Operations Manager or ZOM (or similar roles) who have been part of Sustainability projects in the City / vertical level.

  • External applicants: Preferably someone in operations management role linked with EHS, Solid Waste management or relevant environmental stakes.

  • Strong data & analytical skills.

  • Excellent project management skills with a track record of leading cross-functional initiatives.

  • Strong communication and advocacy skills, with the ability to inspire and engage stakeholders at all levels.

  • Passion for sustainability and alignment with Decathlon’s core values: Vitality, Responsibility, Generosity, and Authenticity.

  • Passionate sport enthusiast who practices sport regularly

Skills

Project Management
Functional Management
Cost Control
Waste management
Extended Producer Responsibiliy
Leadership
Communication
Negotiation
Carbon accounting