Sustainability Specialist

Job-ID: 14513; Location(s): Broomfield, CO

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Sustainability Specialist will be responsible for coordinating with internal colleagues to implement and manage packaging, transportation, and procurement sustainability initiatives. These include progress toward our long-term greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goals; the implementation of additional sustainable practices throughout the Company; reporting on progress annually engaging colleagues through national and international initiatives; and continuing to mature our program through the development of KPIs and documentation of processes.

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

• Build packaging sustainability strategy and approach in collaboration with our national and international colleagues.
• Assist with scope 3 GHG calculations and reduction processes, including supplier relationship development and auditing of supplier sustainability performance.
• Participate in the design and updating of standard operating procedures and tools for ongoing monitoring of KPIs and to support program advancement.
• Assist with developing and implementing colleague engagement efforts, including but not limited to educational trainings and supporting efforts from leading players in the sustainability program development space.
• Support new strategies and initiatives that advance sustainable procurement, operational efficiencies, and promote the Company’s carbon neutrality goals.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations and other materials to advance key sustainability projects.
• Research and analyze sustainability and ESG trends among peers, clients, and other stakeholders; share creative ideas of how to integrate/improve program.
• Evaluation of sustainable packaging materials, sourcing of materials, and correlating economical, market, technical, operational, and other impacts
• With general direction, conducts environmental studies and prepares associated sustainability documentation (, feasibility studies, value engineering) of basic to high complexity.
• participates in the development of sustainability and mitigation plans.
• Meet with cross functional teams to discuss recommendations and implement plans, as appropriate.

Other

• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

Special Job Dimensions

• Will be required to travel up to 10% of the time.
• Remote flexibility

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Managing and/or contributing to carbon neutrality programs, calculations, and reporting
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks, advising on best practices and potential tools.
• Participating in grassroots or employee-led sustainability efforts
• High ethical standards and ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and maturity.
• Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities
• Ability to effectively project manage initiatives with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Highly organized with strong project management skills; ability to manage complex processes.
• Strong execution skills, with ability to work independently while pursuing organizational and team goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and presentation development skills
• Knowledge of life cycle assessment processes and an understanding of how to evaluate a product’s environmental footprint.

Education, Certification/License & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred) or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2-3 years of experience as a sustainability/ESG professional, or equivalent

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Are you ready to be part of Viega’s adventure?

Total Rewards Package:

Compensation:

• Base: $71,000 - $93,000 annually (CO), based on specific compensable factors including, but not limited to education, work experience, and geographic market.
• Bonus: This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution
• Voluntary Benefits (Life, AD&D, Disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company contribution
• Time Off Programs - 22 days Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 Company Holidays, 2 Volunteer Days

Application Window:

• Posting Date: 06/04/24
• The application deadline for this job is: 06/30/24