USD$180,000 - $220,000 +401K, Equity, Bonus

 

Acre has partnered with a rapidly growing business that has developed and commercialized a novel hydrogen production technology yielding never seen before industrial carbon emission reductions and economic advantages. This is a breakthrough invention that will change the world, and as they continue to grow and scale their commercial activities, a new role has opened.

 

The Director of Engineering will report to the Chief Operating Officer with dotted lines to the Chief Commercial Officer. The Director of Technical Proposals & Proposal Engineering will be responsible for owning the entire FEL process while serving as the techno-commercial SME supporting the Chief Commercial Officer.

 

 

Responsibilities

• Building out, expanding, and centralizing the Front End Loading (FEL) lifecycle. There are processes in place, but you are our expert responsible for perfecting them.
• Leading conceptual design efforts, overseeing FEL study execution, leading teams developing FEL deliverables, and leading negotiations and relationships with customers, vendors, and partners until signed order.
• Identify and manage risks throughout the FEL lifecycle. This is a startup where the future can't be certain, so having an understanding of when to take calculated and potentially aggressive risks is crucial.
• Mentoring colleagues and helping them improve their understanding of the FEL lifecycle
• Presenting technical proposals to customers alongside C-suite executives

 

 

What you'll bring

• An Advanced degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering with a minimum of 15 years of experience working in relevant industries (hydrocarbon processing, hydrogen production, industrial gas, biofuels, RNG, petrochemicals, etc.)
• Proven experience leading and managing the FEL process for multiple projects. First-hand conceptual design expertise is required (you can easily interpret and use process software like HYSYS, Aspen Plus, AutoCAD, etc.)
• Outstanding commercial aptitude, excellent vendor management skills, and a willingness to take on the challenge of commercializing a first of a kind (FOAK) technology
• Ideally experienced in working on one of the following technologies (not required): Steam Methane Reformers (SMR), Auto Thermal Reformers (ATR), Air Separation Units (ASU), Hydrogen systems, Syngas, gas separation, CO2 capture, ammonia, methanol, etc.

 

 

There are few positions in the sector that provide as high a level of visibility as this with such a great growth trajectory, and out of those available, an even smaller amount are with businesses developing true breakthrough technology.

 

 

If the above appeals to you and you believe your skillset aligns - apply directly to this position and/or reach out to Quentin Klein at quentin.klein@acre.com

 

Are you a strategic communicator with expertise in brand-building within highly nuanced fields? Do you have a background in corporate communications, philanthropy, or public affairs, with experience shaping narratives that advance complex global issues?

Acre is pleased to partner with Tilt Collective in seeking an exceptional Chief Communications Officer (CCO) to lead global communications efforts, shape public positioning, and elevate the organisation's influence across advocacy, philanthropy, and policy circles.

 

 

About Tilt Collective

 

Tilt Collective is a global organisation driving systemic change in the food system. Through strategic grant-making, research, and collaboration, Tilt empowers civil society, philanthropy, and both the public and private sectors to accelerate the transition towards a more equitable, sustainable, plant-rich food system.

 

By addressing the interlocking climate, health, and nature crises caused by intensive animal agriculture, Tilt works to create a world where everyone is nourished by sustainable, healthy, and affordable food. The organisation plays a crucial role in shifting global food systems by advancing plant-rich diets, influencing policy, and reducing reliance on livestock production.

 

 

 

The Role

 

As part of the executive leadership team, the CCO will develop and implement a global communications strategy that strengthens Tilt's brand and enhances its impact across a highly dispersed network of partners and grantees.

 

Reporting to the CEO, you will lead efforts to position Tilt Collective as a trusted, solutions-driven force in food system transformation. This requires expertise in crafting narratives on complex and often contentious topics, as well as a strategic, movement-generous approach to communications that advances Tilt's mission without relying on traditional corporate PR.

 

 

Your Impact

 

• Design and execute a communications strategy that positions Tilt as a leader in food system transformation while maintaining a subtle and strategic public presence.

• Lead brand-building efforts, ensuring Tilt's reputation is aligned with its evidence-based, solutions-focused approach.

• Oversee external and internal communications, ensuring alignment across research, advocacy, and funding initiatives.

• Build and manage strategic relationships with philanthropic partners, policymakers, and private sector stakeholders to influence global food policy and investment.

• Support fundraising and donor engagement, ensuring that communications efforts contribute to Tilt's growth and long-term impact.

• Develop and lead crisis communications strategies, proactively mitigating reputational risks.

• Manage and develop a high-performing communications team, embedding best practices in a matrixed, global structure that aligns with all programme areas.

 

 

What You Will Bring

 

• Extensive experience in strategic communications, with a track record of advancing a brand in a subtle, movement-generous way.

• A background in corporate communications, philanthropy, or public affairs-ideally in food systems, social impact, or sustainability.

• Proven success in brand-building and messaging around contentious topics, with the ability to influence narratives in a way that drives systemic change.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with experience working across senior executives, policymakers, funders, and advocacy groups.

• Experience leading communications within a matrixed, global organisation, ensuring consistency across dispersed teams and networks.

• Entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to be adaptive to a fast changing, scaling start uporganisation.

• Executive leadership experience, with a strong background in team-building and cross-functional collaboration.

 

 

This is a unique opportunity to shape the global conversation on food system transformation, positioning Tilt Collective as a catalyst for change while advancing a more sustainable, plant-rich future.

 

 

If you are ready to lead powerful, high-stakes communications in a complex and evolving landscape, apply below to register your interest, or reach out to Camilla Lang at camilla.lang@acre.com

Acre is proud to partner with TMS in the search for a Packaging Advocacy Senior Manager. This role will sit within TMS Global Sustainability team.

 

 

The Sustainability team supports the delivery of client Sustainability strategic objectives, focused on product and supply chain, through operations, reporting and legislation tracking. To do so, the team collaborates with key stakeholders across various internal and client cross-functional teams, Suppliers, Consultants and external organizations. The Global Sustainability team sits across 3 geographic regions, supporting global, regional and market activities.

 

 

The Canadian market is seeking advocacy support to interpret a complex legislative landscape, and transition from a reactive model to one that sets out proactive sustainability strategies aligned with local business needs. As well as following an advocacy-based approach, the market is seeking direct support to manage an external engagement program.

 

 

The key purpose of this role will be advising on the development of forward-looking plans, programs, and partnerships to ensure seamless compliance across the entire value chain. By sustaining high-level relationships with trade associations, suppliers, environmental NGOs, and other key stakeholders this role would drive success in navigating complex regulatory environments.

 

 

The following sets out the primary activities to be fulfilled by an Advocacy Lead, managed by TMS. It will guide the development of market-specific positions and advocacy strategies that support the local business needs and context, as well as support alignment with Global strategic direction.

 

 

Role Responsibilities

Network development

 

• Support managing external engagement with key stakeholder groups (academic thought leaders, trade associations, environmental NGOs, etc.), attending key events and representing the client's interests.

• Support supplier council advocacy committee group as needed. Participation in, and formation of, coalitions to influence policy decisions and shape the regulatory landscape.

• Forging of strong relationships with external partners to build support for key compliance and policy initiatives.

• Ongoing communication and transparency with internal/external strategic partners, providing clear visibility into regulatory compliance timelines and initiatives.

 

 

 

Regulatory insights and impact analysis

 

• Maintaining regulatory subject matter expertise relevant to the Canadian market.

• Communication and direction of legislation landscape1, its relevance and commercial impact to internal partner groups. Preparation and presentation of policy briefs to the client.

• Monitoring, analysis and tracking of emerging policy developments, assessing impact on the client's market level business strategy and operations and preparing information to support advocacy narratives.

 

 

Policy position development

 

• Development and recommendation of strategic policy positions that align client objectives with evolving regulations and ensuring buy-in from McDonald's internal partners (Impact and Policy teams) and key external partner groups.

• Participation in strategic trade associations, shaping policy consensus and guiding favorable regulatory outcomes.

• Support/lead (where appropriate) consultation submissions on matters related to packaging e.g. Health Canada's Food Packaging Program Review.

 

 

 

Advisory activity

 

• Fostering and sharing a rounded understanding of government operations and how this can be leveraged to support policy positions.

• Support advising partners on complex regulatory matters across the value chain, ensuring proactive compliance strategies in partnership with McDonald's counsel.

• Collaboration with subject matter experts to support design of impactful communication strategies and advocacy campaigns that amplify policy positions among thought leadership circles and consumers.

 

 

Qualifications

 

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

• 7 to 10 years of work experience in an advocacy or public affairs capacity or related field, with a profound understanding of relevant public policy objectives, regulation and political/regulatory decision-making process.

• Knowledge of industry issues related to environment and sustainability. Experience within the packaging sector in a sustainability capacity would be a distinct advantage.

• Knowledge of a wide range of packaging policies, including extended producer responsibility (EPR), post-consumer recycled (PCR) content mandates, labeling, and compostable packaging.

• Extensive knowledge of legislative and regulatory processes and political dynamics

• Strong research, analytical, and critical thinking capabilities.

• Excellent planning, execution, and time management abilities.

• High standard of verbal and written communication skills (English).

• Ability to engage with a broad range of industry and third-party partners to generate consensus, influence outcomes, and build relationships.

• Experience in collaborating with organizations to develop effective regulatory compliance programs.

• Ability to work in and adapt to a fast-paced environment with quickly changing priorities and tight deadlines.

• Proven ability to build relationships and foster collaboration across functional areas, as well as cultivating and maintaining key partnerships.

• Passion and keen interest in sustainability, and associated developments relevant to the Canadian market.

• French would be considered a significant asset.

 

 

About TMS

 

TMS unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world's leading brands. With 1,200+ employees across 26 countries, TMS offers an impressive range of solutions - from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.

 

Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, a sourcing business, and a technology provider, TMS engages with over 110 million customers every single day for clients, including McDonald's, T-Mobile, O2, Starbucks, and adidas.

 

Most importantly, tms is a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.

 

 

TMS Diversity Statement

 

Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. TMS foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving.

 

TMS is a place where brilliant people are better together. If you want your ideas to be heard and to contribute to a culture of inclusion and authenticity, bring them your voice!

 

 

 

Apply directly and reach out to Shannon Lewis at shannon.lewis@acre.com for more information

Acre is proud to partner with TMS in the search for a US Circularity Reporting Manager.

 

The sustainability team at TMS supports the delivery of client Sustainability strategic objectives, focused on product and supply chain, through operations, reporting and legislation tracking. To do so, the team collaborates with key partners across various internal and client cross-functional teams, Suppliers, Consultants and external organizations. The global Sustainability team sits across 3 geographic regions, supporting global, regional and market activities.

 

This role will lead the development of new reporting capabilities to support a multi-national client comply with newly emerging legal mandates in the US, TMS' largest market of operations. You will be given a high amount of autonomy and responsibility to collaboratively design, implement, maintain, and continually improve this process.

 

 

About TMS

TMS unites technology, marketing, and sourcing to drive transformational change for the world's leading brands. With 1,200+ employees across 26 countries, TMS offers an impressive range of solutions - from inspiration and innovation to category management and delivery.

 

Operating as a creative agency, a strategic consultancy, a sourcing business, and a technology provider, TMS engages with over 110 million customers every single day for our clients, including McDonald's, T-Mobile, O2, Starbucks, and Adidas.

 

Most importantly, TMS is a place where you can achieve great things, and be recognized as the best.

 

 

What you will bring

This individual will be committed to building new capabilities that support client compliance. You are comfortable across multiple areas, including navigating product databases, analyzing regulatory text and engaging clients. You enjoy problem-solving, collaborating, and strategic planning; you will always strive to help clients comply with laws and regulations.

 

For this reason, a high level of experience and detail orientation is needed to be effective in this role. The candidate will be a strategic thinker, effective project planner, and communicator who has demonstrated trust in meeting compliance timelines with quality results.

 

 

 

Primary objectives

• Serve as Lead for Circularity Compliance Reporting and Document Management to enable client compliance with product and packaging obligations.

• Manage the alignment of Global strategy and US market requirements for compliance reporting, to meet client needs.

• Lead key partner collaboration, including internal, client, Suppliers to achieve objectives.

• Collaboratively develop technical and governance processes to enable compliance with reporting and document management requirements for packaging and products.

• Monitor and compile the reporting and documentation compliance obligations (including, e.g., data, methodologies and definitions) impacting client packaging and products in the US.

• Assess business impact and communicate the product packaging compliance regulations/requirements (upcoming or changing) based on jurisdiction and packaging/product material in scope.

• Identify and recommend options to achieve compliance and mitigate identified risks as they relate to regulatory compliance.

• Implement, coordinate and maintain businesses processes to comply with regulatory reporting and document management requirements, including report set ups, data analytics and data management.

• Create and maintain standard operating procedures for the timely audit of compliance and reporting of required information and documentation.

• Regularly report to management on efforts to maintain reporting and document management compliance for packaging and products.

• Drive continuous improvement of reporting and document compliance business practices to deliver results effectively and efficiently, including product packaging standards, guidance, and database.

• Define and develop a strategic compliance plan related to emerging packaging and product regulations impacting reporting and document management.

• Develop and implement training/awareness plan related to reporting and document management compliance and business impacts for different internal partners.

• Manage external consultants on reporting and document management regulatory compliance.

• Advise on topics pertaining to regulatory compliance requirements e.g., software subscription designed to comply with regulatory reporting and document management.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current and future reporting and document management regulatory compliance, through trade associations, external committees, regular review of relevant publications and subscription services, and interactions with external experts and advisors.

• Work on ad-hoc projects and duties as required by management.

 

 

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in environmental policy, economics, sustainability management or a related field

• 8+ years of relevant professional experience preferred in regulatory affairs, and compliance.

• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and operationalize product and chemical sustainability regulations.

• Knowledge and experience managing compliance with product regulatory and/or emerging corporate sustainability regulations, through reporting, document and database management, audit management, and other relevant aspects

• Knowledge and experience managing processes and disclosures related to product sustainability attributes and impacts, such as Life-cycle Assessments (LCAs), Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs),

• Proficiency in coordinating Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements and sustainability reporting

• Evidence of strategy development for company product compliance.

• Experience managing cross-functional teams, including consultants, to achieve objectives

• Client management expertise with a high level of articulation around relevant topics (regulatory compliance).

 

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of Extended Producer Responsibility regulations, andenvironmental packaging policies.

• Strong project management skills; capable of planning, organizing details

• Self-motivated, able to work independently as well as on teams.

• Demonstrated ability to navigate and influence within a multi-matrix organizational structure, effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and partners to drive initiatives forward.

• Proactive approach to decision-making and problem-solving, coupled with a hands-on mentality

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and effectively manage multi-faceted work using a risk-based approach.

• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication skills; clear, succinct, and tailored to audience.

• Experience with packaging businesses and processes is preferable.

• Commercial astuteness with the proven ability to appreciate the business and technical requirements for success.

 

 

TMS Diversity Statement

Breakthrough, business-driving ideas come from extraordinary people with the freedom to be their most authentic selves at work. Authenticity and diversity are critical elements of our business. They can only be realized when we create access and equity for all. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging and aspire to be ever-evolving. TMS is a place where brilliant people are better together.

 

 

Apply directly and reach out to Shannon Lewis at shannon.lewis@acre.com for more information.

Are you passionate about improving supply chain sustainability and helping an organisation build out their ESG programs?

 

 

Broman Group Oy is a dynamic and expanding Finnish family-owned company specialising in hardline products - automotive and motorcycle spare parts, accessories, tools and other household and leisure products. Established in 1965, the company has grown to become a market leader in its field across Northern Europe, with successful expansions into Estonia and Sweden. With their purchasing office in Hong Kong, they are looking for an ambitious individual to strengthen their sustainability offering across the group. This person will lead on engagement with suppliers and program management of ethical and sustainable supply chain programs.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and manage sustainability and ethical programs and initiatives

• Conduct research and analysis of ESG trends, regulations and standards, and make recommendations to senior management

• Monitor and report on key sustainability performance indicators

• Liaise with suppliers and head office in Finland to ensure the successful execution of sustainability programs

• Plan and manage ESG projects in collaboration with the Sourcing Director (HK) and the Head Office (Finland)

• Visit suppliers in the region to monitor and evaluate ESG status and progress

• Supporting teams in selecting new potential suppliers and the onboarding processes

• Lead on the code of conduct development and refinement as well as BSCI compliance

 

 

This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with suppliers, structure code of conduct and ethical supply chain projects and advance the company's sustainability performance. Joining at the early phases of a sustainability journey means you can be in charge of driving the change and impact company and industrywide.

 

 

Key Requirements

• Fluency in Mandarin and English

• Minimum of 5 years' relevant experience within sustainability

• Proven track record of working with multiple suppliers on sustainable and ethical supply chain programs

• Experience working with Amfori BSCI and knowledge about EU product directives such as CBAM, EUDR, CSRD, CSDDD, etc.

• Strong analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent planning skills, with ability to prioritise and achieve deadlines

 

 

If this opportunity speaks to you, please apply directly or reach out to Aysen Naylor at aysen.naylor@acre.com for more information.

Are you looking for a new challenge utilising your role as ESG director to drive both sustainability and commercial impact?

 

 

Acre is working with a leading organisation in the industrial solutions sector, seeking a Director of ESG to drive their sustainability vision and establish new industry benchmarks.

 

 

ESG is an important priority for the organisation, as such the ESG director role reports directly to the CEO. We're looking for someone who brings solid knowledge of building and executing ESG strategies - both from a technical point of view, and from a business and commercial viewpoint.

 

The ESG Director will play a critical role in shaping and executing a comprehensive ESG strategy across all aspects of the organisation. Driving a culture of sustainability excellence, the Director will elevate the company's ESG performance and position it as a responsible industry leader. This role will influence internal governance, external stakeholder relationships, and industry-wide sustainability advocacy.

 

 

You will be responsible for:

 

• Developing and Implementing ESG Strategy: Design and execute a forward-looking ESG strategy that aligns with the company's mission, ensuring integration across all business operations.
• Driving the company's position as an ESG leader in their industry: Work closely with the business unit management and commercial teams to help position the organisation towards its clients as an ESG leader; take part in critical client meetings where necessary.
• Compliance and Reporting: Oversee ESG compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations such as CSRD and CBAM. Manage ESG data collection and reporting processes, enabling accurate disclosures and transparent sustainability communication.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Advocacy: Act as the company's ESG expert, fostering internal sustainability awareness and engaging with customers, investors, industry associations, and regulatory bodies to enhance ESG credibility.
• Risk and Opportunity Management: Identify ESG risks and opportunities, ensuring a proactive approach to environmental impact, ethical sourcing, and corporate governance best practices.

 

 

This role presents an exciting opportunity to drive meaningful transformation within a global organisation. As ESG Director, you will shape the company's sustainability legacy, strengthen governance, and elevate its industry standing through effective ESG leadership.

 

 

For the ideal candidate:

 

• 6-10 years of ESG experience in an international environment, ideally within industrial or manufacturing sectors.
• Strong business acumen in sustainability, governance, and stakeholder engagement, coupled with excellent communication skills and a pragmatic, solution-oriented mindset.
• Proven expertise in ESG regulations such as CSRD and other evolving disclosure frameworks, with a track record of successful ESG reporting and compliance.
• Leadership experience in a matrix organisation, with the ability to influence diverse stakeholders, lead cross-functional teams, and drive ESG initiatives across global locations.

 

Interested?

 

Please apply through our online application system - please note that we typically receive a high volume of applications, and it may take us a few weeks to get back to you.

 

 

If you have any questions about the role, please reach out directly to Shaqeeb Hussain at shaqeeb.hussain@acre.com