Jonathan Sierra
Dalton,GA
Summary
Strategic and dynamic director of sustainability leading the organization in building and leading successful teams.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Sustainability
Marketing Alliance Group
Dalton, GA
11.2025 - Current
- Spearhead comprehensive environmental, social, and governance initiatives.
- Lead EcoVadis and Carbon Disclosure Project assessments.
- Manage greenhouse gas inventories for scopes 1, 2, and 3, and developing mitigation strategies.
- Engineer carbon accounting system SOP for customer-facing projects.
- Integrate end-of-life recycling principles into finished goods, significantly minimizing landfill waste.
- Research and evaluate new technologies and methods for advancing organization's sustainability objectives.
R&D Technical Manager
Shaw Floors
Dalton, GA
11.2016 - 09.2025
- Developed innovative products for new business opportunities in Shaw's non-woven sector.
- Collaborated with manufacturing and sourcing leadership to enhance product offerings through R&D initiatives.
- Led cross-functional teams to optimize product development.
- Managed laboratory personnel to enhance their skill sets and drive project success.
- Provided technical support for manufacturing equipment, maintaining operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.
R&D / Technical Marketing Representative
INVISTA
Dalton, GA
11.2014 - 11.2016
- Managed technical lead for INVISTA branded carpet padding projects.
- Developed marketing strategies that effectively promoted new products.
- Established tests and conducted analyses to validate marketing claims.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align marketing efforts with business objectives.
- Directed prototype development of new hard surface concepts for consumer insight testing.
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs, preferences, and trends in the industry.
MANAGER of Research and Environmental Affairs
J+J Flooring Group
Dalton, GA
05.2007 - 09.2014
- Managed start-up of non-PVC modular carpet tile production line, facilitating sustainable production practices.
- Directed pilot evaluations for dyehouse wastewater recycling, resulting in Aquafinity recycling of over 13 million gallons annually.
- Led research and development for innovative Kinetex flooring.
- Developed and implemented new test for dimensional stability of modular flooring, ensuring product quality and performance standards.
- Assessed and tested environmentally preferred chemistry for sustainable practices.
- Supported manufacturing with innovative technology solutions.
Process & Product Improvement Engineer
Milliken & Co.
LaGrange, Georgia
01.1998 - 04.2007
- Streamlined manufacturing processes and improved products.
- Implemented projects to reduce consumption of natural gas, electricity, water, and raw materials.
- Investigated root causes of defects, resolved customer complaints, and implemented corrective actions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product development efficiency.
- Delivered projects according to timeline and budget.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA08-2001
Skills
- Leadership in sustainability
- Product innovation
- Project oversight
- Research and development management
- Process and product improvement
- Strategic development
- Analytical skills
- Excellent communication
- Bilingual/Fluent in Spanish
Affiliations
- Organizer, Dalton Grand Prix (2018-Present)
- Board Member, United Way (2023-Present)
- Volunteer Center Cabinet Member, United Way (2019-Present)
- Young Leaders Society, United Way (2007-2019)
Timeline
Director of Sustainability
Marketing Alliance Group
11.2025 - Current
R&D Technical Manager
Shaw Floors
11.2016 - 09.2025
R&D / Technical Marketing Representative
INVISTA
11.2014 - 11.2016
MANAGER of Research and Environmental Affairs
J+J Flooring Group
05.2007 - 09.2014
Process & Product Improvement Engineer
Milliken & Co.
01.1998 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Georgia Institute of Technology