Global Sustainability Leader - Scope 3 - Remote

Job Overview

The Sustainability Leader will be responsible for managing and implementing the company's sustainability strategy with a focus on Scope 3 emissions. The role will involve identifying and assessing sustainability risks and opportunities, developing and implementing programs to reduce the company's environmental impact, and communicating progress to stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a sustainability strategy with a focus on Scope 3 emissions, in alignment with the company's goals and values, identify TE’s opportunity
• Identify, assess and prioritize sustainability risks and opportunities throughout the company's value chain
• Develop and implement sustainable procurement policies and procedures, including supplier selection criteria, performance evaluation, and sustainability reporting
• Ability to develop a business case and case for changes
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the company's procurement practices align with industry best practices and regulations
• Partner with suppliers to implement programs to reduce the company's environmental impact, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, and waste reduction
• Develop standardized supplier inquiry/reporting questionnaire

1. Align questionnaire with external inquiries from TE investors/customers.
2. Distribute/track/report on supplier questionnaire.

• Understand what suppliers are already doing/what they have committed to for GHG emissions reductions.
• Partner with suppliers on setting reduction targets
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the company's sustainability initiatives align with industry best practices and regulations
• Communicate progress and results to internal and external stakeholders, including the company's Sustainability leadership team, employees, and customers
• Identify and evaluate new sustainability technologies and trends to ensure the company stays at the forefront of sustainable business practices
• Educate third party vendors on sustainability awareness and to track and drive commitment toward emission reduction
• Collaborate with direct and indirect sourcing managers on category strategies and implementation plans related to Scope 3 reduction
  

What your background should look like:

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, or related field
• At least 5 years of experience in sustainability management, with a focus on Scope 3 emissions
• Strong understanding of sustainability principles, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues
• Strong understanding of sustainable procurement principles, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues
• Experience working in the manufacturing industry or a related field is a plus
• Strong project management skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to manage by influence and gaining consensus throughout a matrixed organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong understanding of sustainability principles and best practices
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  

Competencies