Sports such as padel, yoga, running, swimming
Travelling, discovering new cultures, food and people
Cooking, reading and music
Fabeel Butt
Amsterdam,NH
Summary
Passionate Sustainability Manager with 14 years of experience driving positive impact. Expertise in developing sustainable product strategies, embedding human rights through supply chain transparency, climate project management including reduction targets and implementing circular economy principles for product and packaging.
Proven track record in collaborating with stakeholders to create sustainable solutions that align with E.U. and local legislation, corporate ambition and customer needs. Committed to advancing environmental, climate, social, and governance objectives to contribute to a more sustainable future.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Sabbatical
South East Asia
01.2025 - 02.2026
Sustainability Manager
Action
the Netherlands
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Established and led a team of six full-time employees to advance strategic sustainable product initiatives.
- Human Rights: Spearheaded initiatives to achieve 100% tier 1 supply chain transparency and enforce social compliance across all private label factories.
- Climate: Project managed our company wide scope 3 baseline assessment for GHG emissions, facilitating strategic insights across various business units and setting reduction goals in accordance with GHG Protocol.
- Circularity: Implemented circularity KPIs to enhance sustainability and efficiency of core products.
- Materials: Formulated comprehensive raw material policies for key resources, including cotton, timber, and plastics.
- Packaging: Designed and implemented sustainable packaging protocols aimed at minimizing waste and maximizing recyclability throughout the company.
Sustainability and Innovation Manager
HEMA
Amsterdam
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Implemented strategies to enhance supply chain transparency, ensuring adherence to human rights practices within factories and supplier networks.
- Assisted teams in applying circular economy principles during product development. Supported initiatives to minimize plastic usage. Aided in establishing recycling infrastructure.
- Cultivated stakeholder engagement to synchronize sustainability initiatives with corporate objectives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and corporate startup incubator to innovate and launch sustainable baby box subscription service.
- Executed soft launch of baby box initiative targeting HEMA customers in the Netherlands.
Sustainability Advisor
HEMA
Amsterdam
11.2016 - 03.2019
- Conducted comprehensive analysis to develop policies and set targets for sustainable procurement of raw materials, specifically cotton, timber, palm oil, and plastics.
- Engaged with buyers and category managers to promote understanding and execution of corporate sustainability goals.
- Designed comprehensive food waste management plan, integrating innovative solutions to minimize waste across takeaway services.
- Facilitated the preparation of sustainability annual reports, ensuring adherence to GRI standards for transparency and accountability.
- Designed climate mitigation strategies for holiday packages, aiming to reduce environmental impact and promote eco-friendly travel options.
CSR Specialist
Lidl
Huizen, Netherlands
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Executed implementation of Lidl's global CSR strategy at the country level for the Netherlands.
- Cultivated relationships with buyers and suppliers to enhance understanding and alignment with sustainability objectives.
- Contributed sustainability expertise to support effective communication and marketing initiatives.
- Planned and facilitated sustainability events to educate consumers on environmental issues.
- Sourced and organized relevant information for annual sustainability report, ensuring comprehensive coverage of sustainability initiatives.
Business Development Manager Brands
Fairtrade Netherlands
Utrecht
06.2012 - 02.2016
- Developed strategic partnerships with Fairtrade brands to foster collaboration and mutual growth.
- Engaged and persuaded new brands to adopt fairtrade raw materials for sustainable sourcing.
- Collaborated with licensees to highlight and promote positive social impact stories from origin, featuring brands such as Tony's Chocolonely and Ben & Jerry's.
Business Development Manager Retail
Fairtrade Netherlands
Utrecht
04.2010 - 05.2012
- Cultivated partnerships with private label manufacturers to enhance sourcing of Fairtrade ingredients for retailers.
- Assisted in sourcing raw materials for product development projects for Dutch retailers. Supported new product initiatives for Albert Heijn and Plus.
- Guided Dutch retailers in developing sustainability strategies for private label product categories.
Recruitment Marketing Intern
Accenture Netherlands
Amsterdam
02.2008 - 06.2008
- Assisted marketing team in crafting and promoting internal branding materials to strengthen company culture and identity.
- Developed and implemented CRM strategy to facilitate global referral campaign expansion to Accenture offices worldwide.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Saxion University of Applied Science
Enschede01.2009
Minor - Social and Political Science
Yonsei University
Seoul, South Korea12.2008
Skills
- Excel proficiency
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Flexible problem-solving
- Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Skilled in Mac OS usage
- Skilled in Microsoft Office tools
- Proficient in Google Analytics
Interests
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Sabbatical
South East Asia
01.2025 - 02.2026
Sustainability Manager
Action
01.2021 - 12.2024
Sustainability and Innovation Manager
HEMA
04.2019 - 12.2020
Sustainability Advisor
HEMA
11.2016 - 03.2019
CSR Specialist
Lidl
03.2016 - 10.2016
Business Development Manager Brands
Fairtrade Netherlands
06.2012 - 02.2016
Business Development Manager Retail
Fairtrade Netherlands
04.2010 - 05.2012
Recruitment Marketing Intern
Accenture Netherlands
02.2008 - 06.2008
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Saxion University of Applied Science
Minor - Social and Political Science
Yonsei University