Sustainability Lead

Job Summary:

The Sustainability Leader will be responsible for performing comprehensive life cycle assessments to evaluate environmental impacts and identify opportunities to reduce Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. This role will involve collaboration with cross-functional teams to align sustainability initiatives with business objectives, working closely with suppliers, plants and managing data-driven strategies to meet our sustainability goals.

Key Responsibilities:

1. LCA and Environmental Impact Assessment:

• Lead the execution of Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) for products, materials, and processes to assess environmental impacts and inform decision-making.
• Develop methodologies and models for LCA calculations, ensuring alignment with best practices and international standards (e.g., ISO 14040/14044).
• Interpret LCA results to identify hotspots and prioritize areas for Scope 3 emissions reductions.

2. Scope 3 Emissions Reduction Strategy:

• Create and implement strategies to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions across the supply chain, Engineering and plant by focusing on high-impact areas.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather relevant data for Scope 3 calculations, ensuring data quality and transparency.
• Work closely with suppliers to promote sustainability practices and reduce upstream and downstream emissions.

3. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with product design, procurement, logistics, and other relevant teams to integrate sustainability considerations into business processes and decision-making.
• Facilitate training sessions and workshops to educate employees and suppliers on LCA and Scope 3 reduction opportunities.
• Monitor and report on sustainability KPIs, including progress toward Scope 3 emissions targets.

4. Regulatory Compliance and Reporting:

• Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations, industry trends, and sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol, CDP, SBTi).
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for environmental reporting.
• Prepare sustainability reports and presentations for senior leadership, investors, and stakeholders.

5. Innovation and Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and advocate for new technologies, materials, or processes that can enhance environmental performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by actively seeking opportunities to advance the company's sustainability agenda.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field. A masters degree or relevant certification (e.g., LCA Practitioner, LEED, etc.) is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sustainability, with a focus on LCA calculations and Scope 3 emissions.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in LCA software tools and data analysis.
• Knowledge of GHG Protocol standards and experience with Scope 3 emissions reporting.
• Excellent project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams.