The opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to build global experience with an international company that has been globally recognized for ESG being integrated into the company's business strategy. Reporting to the Corporate Sustainability Department under the Director, Global Sustainability, the Analyst, Sustainability will support ESG disclosures, assist in ensuring data is accurate for external reports and third-party ESG surveys and questionnaires. The successful incumbent will support the department's work and will engage with a range of international stakeholders, including NGOs, ratings agencies, and internally with employees across the organization.
The role
- Support the Corporate Sustainability Department under the Director, Global Sustainability to collect and analyze ESG data for external reporting.
- Compile content to support Gildan's annual ESG reporting, ESG ratings and ranking, and/or surveys (e.g., GRI, SASB, UNGCP, ISSB, CDP, MSCI, Sustainalytics, ISS, DJSI, etc.).
- Research and analyze emerging trends, sustainability initiatives, conduct external benchmarking, monitor regulatory developments, and propose recommendations for consideration.
- Strengthen and simplify existing processes, with a focus on efficiency and bringing order to complex processes.
- Support the development and translation of data analytics and measurement tools to advance ESG implementation and progress on targets/initiatives.
- Coordinate and compile sustainability data from different business divisions and manufacturing hubs located globally. Support internal research and/or benchmarking on sustainability topics, regulations, trends, etc., and assist the team in preparing any company presentations related to ESG.
The requirement
- Undergraduate degree in sustainability, climate policy, public policy, or a related environmental, social, or engineering discipline with 2-5 years of relevant experience.
- Strong understanding of ESG topics and ESG-related standards and frameworks including GRI, SASB, and ISSB.
- Familiarity with sustainability frameworks like ISSB, SASB, GRI, and/or various environmental, social, and governance rating agencies (e.g., WBA, MSCI, Sustainalytics, ISS, CDP).
- Strong data analytics and visualization skills, comfortable working with large datasets, both in Excel, with Tableau and/or Power BI a bonus, and can present complex data sets using tools like PowerPoint.
- Energetic, continuous learner with superior analytical/strategic thinking skills and time management skills.
- Highly organized and results-oriented with an ability to show initiative.
- Strong communicator with the ability to foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- This position requires proficiency in a language other than French to support customers, employees, or markets located outside the province of Quebec or requiring services in a language other than French - mainly English.
What's in it for you?
- Join a publicly traded company dual-listed on NYSE and TSX with great potential.
- Be part of a workplace where meaningful connections and teamwork are celebrated.
- From local to international, be ready to work alongside a diverse group of colleagues.
- Benefit from mentorship and continuous development opportunities.
- Take advantage of our attractive benefits packages.
We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferable skills and unique experience in your application to help us learn more about you.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Come as you are:
We recognize the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a meaningful, collaborative work environment. As an inclusive employer, we value and embrace all the traits that make you uniquely you and seek to provide everyone with an equal chance to succeed. Because equity and inclusion matter at Gildan.
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