Director, Decarbonisation - Europe & AMETA

Brambles; Addlestone; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brambles is seeking a Regional Lead for Decarbonisation who will be crucial in shaping and executing the strategic roadmap for decarbonisation across Europe & AMETA. This senior role demands significant expertise in sustainability within supply chain logistics and a proactive approach to achieving public emissions reduction targets.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in Supply Chain with logistics and transport exposure.
• Deep knowledge of decarbonization technologies, especially in road freight.
• Experience in Procurement, Supplier Management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead definition of decarbonisation roadmaps and initiatives.
• Partner with functions to identify specific decarbonisation opportunities.
• Analyze market trends related to industrial decarbonisation technologies.

Skills

Adaptability

Carbon Reduction

Environmental Awareness

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Additional qualifications in Sustainability or Finance

Job description

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model .

Job Description At Brambles, sustainability is not just a priority—it’s a strategic imperative. Backed by Board-level commitment and integrated into our Global Supply Chain and Brambles of the Future strategy, our decarbonisation efforts are central to our business success and stakeholder trust. This role plays a pivotal part in delivering on our public emissions reduction targets and advancing our Regenerative Supply Chain ambition.

As the Regional Lead for Decarbonisation, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the strategic roadmap for Europe & AMETA. This includes CHEP and subcontractor operations, CHEP-operated fleets, and subcontracted transport decarbonisation levers. You will work cross-functionally to drive measurable progress across renewable electricity, electrification, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, waste solutions, water optimisation, and low/zero emissions vehicles.

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Lead the definition of future roadmaps for decarbonisation levers, including renewable electricity, electrification, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, waste solutions, and low/zero emissions vehicles
• Partner with relevant functions to identify and define specific decarbonisation opportunities and execute procurement elements of initiatives
• Develop new or improved SOPs and business practices to advance decarbonisation objectives
• Analyze market trends, barriers, and enablers associated with industrial decarbonisation technologies
• Coordinate and consolidate reporting of progress against a future roadmap, maintaining centralized reporting on decarbonisation dashboards
• Coordinate the yearly revision of the Decarbonisation Financial Plan, gathering input from relevant cross-functional areas
• Support the delivery of Brambles’ Climate Smart Partners program in the respective region
• Inform the development and iteration of goals and objectives based on technical understanding of technologies and market needs

Additional Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and lead initiatives to meet Brambles’ public sustainability commitments
• Influence change management across the region to embed a low-carbon, regenerative mindset in decision-making
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional legislation and funding opportunities related to climate and sustainability
• Engage with customers and industry coalitions to foster collaboration and share best practices
• Represent Brambles at internal and external sustainability forums and events
• Support supplier engagement programs and contribute to cross-regional knowledge sharing

About the Person

• 8+ years in Supply Chain, with strong exposure to logistics and transportation
• Deep knowledge of decarbonization technologies, especially in road freight (e.g., TCO, infrastructure, deployment feasibility)
• Proven success in developing and executing decarbonization roadmaps
• Familiarity with waste management and water optimization solutions
• Understanding of carbon accounting (GHG Protocol, GLEC Framework)
• Experience in Procurement, Supplier Management, and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong project and change management skills
• Financial acumen, including cost modelling and budget oversight
• Skilled communicator with experience presenting to senior stakeholders
• Comfortable working in a matrixed, multicultural environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Additional qualifications in Sustainability or Finance are a plus

Languages

• English – Essential
• Spanish – Desired

Remote Type Fully Remote Skills to succeed in the role Adaptability, Business Trends, Carbon Reduction, Environmental Awareness, Global Supply Chain Strategy, Innovation, Learn from Mistakes (Inactive), Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Sustainability

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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