Climate Change Manager (Scope 3)

Lidl; London; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 66,000

Job description

Summary

£49,500* - £66,000* per annum | 35 days' holiday | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're passionate, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.

At Lidl, we are working hard to deliver our ambitious sustainability strategy, 'making Good Food Accessible to Everyone'. This means producing and selling food that is Good for producers, Good for people and Good for our planet. Climate change is the greatest environmental threat our planet faces today and as a food retailer we are committed to decarbonising our business with our operations and across our supply chains.

We are now looking for a Climate Change Manager (Scope 3), with a real passion for sustainability and a 'can do' attitude to help us achieve our commitment to Net Zero by 2050. Within our Commercial Sustainability team, you will be responsible for delivering the department's Scope 3 climate KPIs, working with various stakeholders to influence and drive the climate agenda forward.

This exciting role presents a great opportunity to help shape and drive the sustainability agenda at a leading retailer and within a growing team.

At Lidl, we offer a hybrid working model to give you the best of both worlds. Spend three days or more in our state-of-the-art office, where you can enjoy an on-site gym, restaurant, and more of the perks you deserve. And with up to two days at home, you'll find the work/life balance you need to thrive.

Please note, as per the Lidl internal structure the job title for this role is Consultant.

What you'll do

1. Lead the development and implementation of the Scope 3 strategy, delivering on KPIs related to Scope 3 data and reporting, supplier engagement and decarbonisation initiatives, industry engagement and deforestation.
2. Develop and lead clear communication and engagement strategies for progressing the Scope 3 strategy internally and externally, acting as a key contact with the international business on climate and deforestation related topics.
3. Lead on supplier engagement to drive forward supplier decarbonisation initiatives and target development, in close collaboration with buying teams.
4. Develop and improve our scope 3 climate data and report data against internal KPIs and external reporting requirements, including the WWF Basket.
5. Be the climate technical expert for Lidl GB, continuously reviewing the internal and external environment, sharing expertise on climate reporting, frameworks, and emerging compliance requirements.
6. Represent Lidl GB in relevant industry climate and deforestation forums identifying opportunities to strengthen engagement and drive forward collaborative action.
7. Work alongside specialists leading on Scope 1 and 2, Agriculture, Nature and Human Rights to support the development and delivery of an integrated business strategy to decarbonise our supply chain (addressing Scope 3 emissions) in line with our Net Zero Target.
8. Project manage the implementation of EUDR and related UK deforestation legislation across Lidl GB supply chains ensuring compliance to legislation as well as ensuring that Lidl GB is represented in relevant working groups.
9. Coordinate internal and external communications to communicate new and exciting developments on scope 3 projects.
10. Work with buying teams, as part of range review processes and ad-hoc projects, to ensure that products are sourced in line with climate change commitments.

What you'll need

1. Exceptional drive and passion for tackling climate change
2. Experience working in sustainability within a retail/FMCG context
3. Experience in developing sustainability strategies and roadmaps
4. Technical expertise in climate change and impacts of climate change in the food system and knowledge of legislative and regulatory landscape on climate change and reporting frameworks
5. Excellent communication and engagement skills, and experience developing supplier engagement strategies
6. The ability to influence stakeholders and situations to achieve desired outcomes
7. Strong analytical skills with experience in manipulating large, complex sustainability datasets
8. Excellent organisational skills; attention to detail, managing multiple projects and delivering to strict deadlines
9. Collaborative working style and willingness to learn

What you'll receive

1. Barista Bar, restaurant, and free onsite gym
2. On-site Car Parking (including electric charging in each space)
3. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
4. 10% in-store discount card
5. 35 days' holiday pro rata
6. Market-leading family leave
7. Competitive salary
8. Contributory pension scheme
9. Cycle to work scheme

*Includes 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance

You're Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.