Director, Sustainability South Lead

Coca-Cola HBC; Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo; Presencial; BRL 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

An established industry player seeks a Sustainability Director for Brazil & South Cone to lead sustainability initiatives and ensure compliance with environmental regulations. This pivotal role involves collaborating with diverse teams to integrate sustainability into business strategies, engaging with stakeholders, and promoting a positive corporate reputation. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in sustainability, project management, and communication, with a strong commitment to driving impactful change. Join a purpose-driven environment that values growth and community impact, while enjoying flexible work arrangements and leadership development opportunities.

Serviços

Flexible Working Arrangements

Leadership Development Programs

Continuous Learning Opportunities

Community Impact Initiatives

Qualificações

• 10+ years of experience in sustainability with leadership roles.
• Fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese is essential.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and manage sustainability initiatives aligned with regional strategies.
• Monitor sustainability performance metrics and report progress.

Conhecimentos

Sustainability Management

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Communication Skills

Strategic Vision

Formação académica

Bachelor's Degree in a Relevant Field

Ferramentas

Sustainability Management Tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

The Sustainability Director for Brazil & South Cone will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing sustainability initiatives for the region, aligned with LATAM and Global strategies. This role is crucial in ensuring that the Brazil & South Zone meets its sustainability goals and complies with environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sustainability, environmental science, or a related field, with proven experience in project management and sustainability reporting.

What You’ll Do for Us

• Ensure compliance with the Sustainability Strategy (Water, Packaging, Emissions) at the South Region level, in line with LAOU Sustainability guidelines; coordinate with TCCC in all countries.
• Monitor and report on sustainability performance metrics and progress towards goals.
• Collaborate with finance, technical, and strategic planning teams to meet global and regional reporting requirements.
• Identify and reapply synergies and best practices within the South Region; stay updated on external sustainability trends and regional agenda.
• Serve as the focal point for interfacing with the LAOU Sustainability team, sharing information, trends, and risks.
• Partner with Technical, Marketing, and Operations teams to embed sustainability principles across the South Region.
• Integrate the Sustainability Agenda into business planning, leadership, growth behaviors, company values, and strategic plans to promote sustainable growth.
• Engage with key local stakeholders within the sustainability ecosystem across the region.
• Collaborate with Government Relations to provide evidence to support the business against restrictive regulations.
• Work with External Communications to promote positive content and enhance corporate reputation.
• Lead institutional relationships with bottlers.
• Focus approximately 70% of efforts on short- to mid-term strategies, and 30% on long-term planning.

Work Focus

• Stakeholder engagement: Build long-term partnerships with NGOs, civil society, and other industries.
• Strategic vision: Translate complex challenges into actionable strategies.
• Leadership presence: Lead cross-functional teams and influence across company and Coca-Cola System areas.
• Networked mindset: Build partnerships with government, associations, opinion leaders, NGOs, etc.
• People development: Foster an environment for potential growth and high performance.
• Company spokesperson: Represent the company externally at forums and events related to sustainability, adhering to communication guidelines.

Communication Focus

This role involves representing the company externally and engaging internally to ensure strategic sustainability initiatives are executed effectively, with a focus on KPI progress towards long-term goals. The ability to foster collaboration and find convergence among divergent opinions is essential.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• At least 10 years of professional experience in sustainability or related areas, with progressive leadership roles and impactful initiatives.
• Fluency in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.

Mastery of (Required)

• Deep understanding of sustainability, climate change, and social impact concepts.
• Proficiency with sustainability management tools (externality studies, impact matrices, sustainability reports).
• Knowledge of water, packaging, and carbon emissions challenges in the industry.
• Strong business acumen to leverage sustainability for value creation.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work agilely across teams inside and outside the organization.

Broad Expertise in (Nice to Have)

• Community engagement experience.
• Knowledge in economic development, environmental policy, climate change, human rights, diversity & inclusion.
• Experience building partnerships with public, private, and civil society organizations.
• Government affairs experience.
• Participation in external debates and forums.

What We Can Do for You

• Connect with world-class leaders and expand your network.
• Be part of a community that values growth, inclusivity, and empowerment.
• Develop global connections to enhance learning and collaboration.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements.
• Access leadership development programs and continuous learning opportunities.
• Work in a purpose-driven environment committed to environmental and community impact.