Sustainability Manager

Roles and Responsibilities

• Progress towards NetZero targets (e.g., percentage reduction in carbon emissions year-over-year).
• Milestones achieved in the NetZero roadmap.
• Number and impact of strategic initiatives implemented.

Engage with Principals on future sustainability pathways and joint opportunities.

• Number of successful engagements and collaborations.
• Quantifiable outcomes from joint sustainability initiatives (e.g., projects launched, emissions reductions).
• Feedback from Principals on collaboration effectiveness.

Identify and pursue green business development and financing opportunities.

• Number of green business opportunities identified and pursued.
• Value and impact of green financing secured.
• ROI from green business initiatives.

Conduct due diligence for new business ventures and mergers/acquisitions to assess sustainability compliance and risk.

• Number of due diligence assessments completed.
• Percentage of identified risks mitigated or addressed.
• Compliance level of new ventures with sustainability criteria.

Required Skills to be Successful:

• Master’s degree (preferably in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field).
• At least 5 years of experience in sustainability, specifically within a matrix organization.
• Experience in automotive (dealers, OEMs) or consulting sectors.

About the Team:
You will be reporting to GM Strategy & Transformation.

What Equips You for the Role:

• Master’s degree (postgraduate education preferred).
• At least 5 years of experience in the sustainability area in OEM, dealers, or consultancy.
• Experience in a matrix organization.
• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• Proven track record in developing and presenting business cases to senior stakeholders.
• Previous experience in the automotive business.
• Capable of working autonomously and independently in organizing tasks.

Desired Candidate Profile

• 1. Sustainability Expertise

• Environmental Science Knowledge: Deep understanding of environmental issues such as climate change, resource depletion, pollution, biodiversity, and ecological systems.
• Sustainability Standards & Certifications: Familiarity with global sustainability frameworks (e.g., the UN SDGs, Paris Agreement), industry standards (e.g., ISO 14001, LEED, B Corp certification), and reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB, CDP).
• Sustainable Supply Chain Management: Understanding of sustainable sourcing, green procurement practices, and managing suppliers to meet sustainability goals.

• 2. Strategic Leadership

• Visionary Thinking: Ability to develop long-term sustainability strategies that align with company goals and societal needs.
• Change Management: Leading and managing cultural shifts within the organization to foster sustainability practices across departments.
• Risk Management: Identifying environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks and formulating strategies to mitigate them.
• Policy Development: Creating internal policies that align with both regulatory standards and best sustainability practices.

• 3. Data Analysis & Reporting

• ESG Reporting & Metrics: Proficiency in tracking and reporting on sustainability performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and sustainability reporting tools.
• Carbon Footprint Analysis: Experience in calculating, reducing, and offsetting carbon footprints.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Use of data analytics to measure sustainability impact and inform strategy decisions.

• 4. Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Internal & External Communication: Strong communication skills to engage both internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., customers, investors, regulators) on sustainability issues.
• Public Relations & Advocacy: Ability to advocate for sustainability within the company and to the public, managing corporate reputation and positioning the company as a sustainability leader.
• Investor Relations: Communicating sustainability efforts to shareholders and investors, particularly in terms of financial returns on sustainable investments and ESG performance.