Senior Analyst, Sustainability

GILDAN; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An international apparel manufacturer is seeking an Analyst, Sustainability in Montreal, Canada. This role involves supporting ESG disclosures, analyzing data for external reports, and engaging with various stakeholders. Candidates should possess a degree in sustainability and 2-5 years of experience. Strong data analytics skills, familiarity with ESG standards, and proficiency in English are essential. The company promotes diversity, teamwork, and provides opportunities for continuous development.

Benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Attractive benefits packages

Diverse workplace culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in sustainability or related fields.
• Proficiency in English is required.
• Familiarity with ESG standards like GRI, SASB, ISSB.

Responsibilities

• Support the Corporate Sustainability Department with ESG data collection.
• Compile content for annual ESG reporting.
• Research sustainability trends and provide recommendations.

Skills

Data analytics

Strong communication

Understanding of ESG topics

Time management

Relationship building

Education

Undergraduate degree in sustainability or related field

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

PowerPoint

Job description

Opportunity

The opportunity

This an excellent opportunity for an individual to build global experience with an international company who 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.

Role

• Support the Corporate Sustainability Department under the Director, Global Sustainability to collect and analyse 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 analyse emerging trends, sustainability initiatives, conduct external benchmarking, monitoring regulatory developments and propose recommendations for consideration.
• Strengthening and simplifying existing processes, with a focus on efficiency and bringing order to complex processes.
• Supporting the development and translation of data analytics and measurement tools to advance ESG implementation and progress on targets/initiatives.
• Report into the Corporate Sustainability Department under the Director, Global Sustainability, the successful candidate will support the annual ESG disclosure process and help coordinate and compile sustainability data from different business divisions and manufacturing hubs located globally. The role will also support internal research and/or benchmarking on sustainability topics, regulations, trends etc. and support the team in preparing any company presentations related to ESG.

Requirements

• 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 with 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 as an example
• 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 opportunitiesTake advantage of our attractive benefits packages

Application

We want to get to know you better! Please include your transferrable 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.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

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. We come as you are.