Manager, Sustainability and Climate

Manager, Sustainability and Climate

Job Number:

2401532United States-Georgia-AtlantaLocation Type - Hybrid

Newell Brands is a leading $8.5B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 28,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

The Manager, Sustainability and Climate will support Newell Brands operational sustainability and climate strategies for the Newell Enterprise.The position will report directly to the Sr. Director of Sustainability and Climate, reporting in and executing initiatives across all business units and regions.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Lead collection of assurance-quality qualitative and quantitative data to support mandatory disclosure of non-financial ESG data across all material topics and requirements in accordance with, but not limited to, CSRD, California, and SEC climate regulations, exclusive of scope 1 and 2 data.
• Oversee software platform for data aggregation, risk management and controls implementation.
• Supervise data collection and support internal audit activities to complete annual Corporate Citizenship Report (CCR), exclusive of scope 1 and 2 data.
• Manage development of Newell’s scope 3 footprint.
• Collaboratively work with internal and external teams to develop and implement resource optimization projects that support portfolio-wide energy, water, and waste standards.
• Serve as the organizations operational and reporting sustainability subject matter expert providing guidance and prioritization of programs that align with Newell’s sustainability targets and Carbon Neutral future.
• Provide leadership support on Newell Corporate Citizenship Council.
• Gather and report on sustainability industry initiatives, trends, and regulations.
• Research best practices and sharing of regulatory updates that impact sustainability and environmental performance.
• Conduct assessments to benchmark Newell’s sustainability programs against industry standards..

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience in operational sustainability or similar role in the consumer hard goods industry or consulting firm with extensive experience in operational sustainability projects across complex supply chains in both internal manufacturing and external facilities.
• Bachelor degree in engineering, environmental sciences, sustainability or related subject area is preferred.
• Passion, energy, and commitment to ESG, sustainability, and EHS.
• Thrives in a highly collaborative environment working with diverse culture, influencing internal and external partners.
• Demonstrated knowledge of GRI, SASB, CDP, TCFD reporting frameworks and emerging global sustainability regulations including California SB253/SB261, EU CSRD and SEC Climate rule.
• Experience preparing Sustainability reports including use of Workiva or equivalent a plus.
• Experience with evaluation and execution of on-site energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste diversion and water conservation projects both in the US and internationally.
• Excellent grasp of sustainability concepts as well as emerging trends with ability to apply this knowledge to support sustainability projects.
• Familiarity with academic, government and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) active in the sustainability arena.
• Proven ability to independently manage complex projects and brief senior leadership.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrates expertise in Microsoft Office suite applications.
• In-depth knowledge and experience using key performance indicator tracking tools for resource usage.
• Motivated, team player who is a true multi-tasker.
• Position will require up to 20% primarily domestic US travel with occasional international (Asia, LATAM, UK, and EU) travel.