Global Sustainability Leader

Job summary

The Global Sustainability Leader is tasked with advancing the sustainability strategy to drive business growth, innovation, and customer value. This role collaborates with various teams to integrate sustainability into market strategies, product development, and operations while leading sustainability programs and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in sustainability consulting, environmental management, or a related role.
• Proven success in integrating sustainability initiatives into commercial strategies and operational decision-making.
• Strong knowledge of sustainability frameworks and reporting standards such as GRI, EcoVadis, GHG Protocol, and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global sustainability strategy aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives.
• Oversee environmental improvement plans and sustainability targets across global regions.
• Monitor sustainability regulations and industry trends to support compliance and strategic planning.
• Lead sustainability reporting initiatives and ensure adherence to international reporting standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage sustainability data for operational improvements.
• Promote a culture of sustainability through employee engagement and training programs.
• Represent the organization in industry forums and public speaking engagements.
• Identify opportunities for sustainability-driven market growth and product innovation.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills for interpreting qualitative and quantitative data.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Proven project management skills and ability to work collaboratively in teams.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s degree preferred.

Tools

• Familiarity with sustainability reporting tools and methodologies.