Sustainability Lead

Job Overview

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.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:
1.    LCA and Environmental Impact Assessment:
o    Lead the execution of Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) for products, materials, and processes to assess environmental impacts and inform decision-making.
o    Develop methodologies and models for LCA calculations, ensuring alignment with best practices and international standards (e.g., ISO 14040/14044).
o    Interpret LCA results to identify hotspots and prioritize areas for Scope 3 emissions reductions.
2.    Scope 3 Emissions Reduction Strategy:
o    Create and implement strategies to reduce Scope 3 GHG emissions across the supply chain, Engineering and plant by  focusing on high-impact areas.
o    Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to gather relevant data for Scope 3 calculations, ensuring data quality and transparency.
o    Work closely with suppliers to promote sustainability practices and reduce upstream and downstream emissions.
3.    Cross-Functional Collaboration:
o    Partner with product design, procurement, logistics, and other relevant teams to integrate sustainability considerations into business processes and decision-making.
o    Facilitate training sessions and workshops to educate employees and suppliers on LCA and Scope 3 reduction opportunities.
o    Monitor and report on sustainability KPIs, including progress toward Scope 3 emissions targets.
4.    Regulatory Compliance and Reporting:
o    Stay up-to-date with relevant regulations, industry trends, and sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol, CDP, SBTi).
o    Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for environmental reporting.
o    Prepare sustainability reports and presentations for senior leadership, investors, and stakeholders.
5.    Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
o    Identify and advocate for new technologies, materials, or processes that can enhance environmental performance.
o    Foster a culture of continuous improvement by actively seeking opportunities to advance the company's sustainability agenda.

Required Skills

•    Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field. A master’s 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.

Competencies