Sustainability Manager Job Listing at Rexel USA, Inc in Dallas, TX (Job ID 398)

Description

Summary:
The Sustainability Manager is responsible for partnering cross functionality to implement energy transition initiatives that will yield a positive financial return on investment while also reducing carbon footprint. The Sustainability Manager will also validate quarterly environmental reporting for Scope 1, 2, 3 emissions, and support finance in any additional Sustainability reporting requirements.

What You'll Do:

• Research and find strategic suppliers to help accelerate Rexel's environmental sustainability roadmaps
• Partner with Real Estate, Operations, and Finance to identify and prioritize sustainability initiatives with the highest financial payback and carbon footprint reduction
• Partner with regional operations departments to define implementation plans around the high priority environmental sustainability initiatives
• Monitor progress of key initiatives on a disciplined and regular basis – from lighting & smart thermostat and HVAC upgrades to renewable energy solutions
• Partner with Finance to measure success of the projects from an expense savings and energy consumption perspective
• Identify and implement renewable energy solutions that make economic sense for that market – from onsite solar to community solar and utility based renewable energy solutions. Support research on long-term Renewable Energy solutions.
• Understand environmental sustainability regulations at the municipality, state, or national level and the impact to Rexel USA's facilities; adapt sustainability initiatives accordingly.
• Validate and support quarterly environmental sustainability reporting, specifically around Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon footprints
• Create easy to understand and auditable environmental reports using verified USA emission factors
• Adapt and improve the environmental reporting process using best in class data analytics tools like Alteryx
• Other duties as assigned

• 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Required
• Strong understanding of carbon emissions reporting, as defined by the Greenhouse Gas Protocol
• Cross functional collaboration
• Concise and clear communication
• Ability to create and deliver presentations on environmental sustainability topics to those who may have no or little understanding
• Expertise with basic Microsoft based tools like Power Point, Excel, Word
• Expertise with data analytical tools like Alteryx
• Ability to learn various digital platforms to perform the environmental reporting
• Relationship building with employees around Rexel USA and globally

Physical Demands:

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelves, pick up boxes, or position oneself to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet - None
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment - None
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force Demands:

• Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Up to 25 pounds - None
• Up to 50 pounds - None

Working Environment:

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold - Occasionally – up to 20%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock - None
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment - None
• Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%

Disclaimer:
“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”

Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.