Senior Sustainability Specialist (Retail, Remote)

Job summary

An experienced Sustainability professional is sought to lead climate accounting and decarbonisation initiatives within a growing retail organization. The role focuses on developing sustainability strategies and implementing reduction initiatives across various locations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with GHG protocol, Climate Accounting, and Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi).
• Hands-on experience with scope 1+2 data and analysis.
• Strong project and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee climate accounting for scope 1+2 and engage with stakeholders across countries.
• Manage selected decarbonisation initiatives and contribute to the transition plan to meet SBTi targets.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert on climate accounting and lead the energy work group.
• Ensure accurate sustainability reporting and develop environmental topics based on materiality assessments.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills with a focus on sustainability metrics.
• Ability to drive initiatives and manage timelines effectively.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across diverse teams.

Education

• Relevant degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or related field preferred.

Tools

• Familiarity with sustainability reporting tools and climate accounting software.