Sustainability Coordinator

SRG; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

private healthcare

25 days holiday + bank holidays

pension scheme

37.5 hour working week

Job summary

SRG is seeking a Sustainability Coordinator for the West Midlands in a newly-created, permanent role. You will drive sustainability initiatives across internal and external functions, liaise with commercial and manufacturing teams, and act as the sustainability point of contact for suppliers, customers and external service providers.

You will develop carbon accounting templates and identify areas for improvement, championing change with internal and external stakeholders while staying updated on

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Chemistry, Business or a closely related subject.
• Knowledge of ESG reporting and carbon accounting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A passion for sustainability and drive to deliver improvements.
• Located in West Midlands or willing to relocate.
• Able to commit to 3 days a week on site.

Responsibilities

• Driving sustainability initiatives across a variety of internal and external functions
• Liaising with a variety of teams internally including commercial and manufacturing
• Being a sustainability point of contact for suppliers, customers and external service providers
• Developing carbon accounting templates
• Identifying areas of improvement for sustainability
• Encouraging and influencing both internal and external stakeholders to drive change
• Keeping abreast of trends and regulatory body updates

Skills

Sustainability

Stakeholder engagement

ESG reporting

Carbon accounting

Education

Chemistry or related degree

Job description

Experienced Sustainability Coordinator looking to further develop their career required for a well-established chemical distributor in the West Midlands.

Title: Sustainability Coordinator

Location: West Midlands

Term: Permanent

SRG is partnering with a leading speciality chemical distributor in the West Midlands, who offer a wide range of innovative raw materials to manufacturers and brands across the coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers (CASE), food & beverage and personal care markets to name but a few. With a big focus on in-house product development and manufacturing, collaboration and customer centricity, they have a well-known reputation for success in the market.

Our client believes that delivering value starts with their people. By placing employee development at the heart of everything they do, they empower teams to grow, innovate and excel in their roles. This commitment not only enhances individual potential but also drives the exceptional service and solutions their customers deserve, ensuring they consistently exceed expectations and set new standards of excellence.

As a newly-created position within the business, this Sustainability Coordinator role is a really exciting opportunity for someone passionate about sustainability to take ownership of this across a multitude of functions.

Benefits

• Bonus scheme
• private healthcare
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• pension scheme
• 37.5 hour working week Monday – Friday

Role / Description

• Driving sustainability initiatives across a variety of internal and external functions
• Liaising with a variety of teams internally including commercial and manufacturing
• Being a sustainability point of contact for suppliers, customers and external service providers
• Developing carbon accounting templates
• Identifying areas of improvement for sustainability
• Encouraging and influencing both internal and external stakeholders to drive change
• Keeping abreast of trends and regulatory body updates.

Requirements

• Degree-level qualified (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Business or a closely related subject
• Knowledge of ESG reporting and carbon accounting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for sustainability and drive to deliver improvements
• Located in the West Midlands or willing to relocate to the area
• Able to commit to 3 days a week on site.

Keywords: Sustainability, Carbon Footprint, Carbon Accounting, ESG Reporting, Quality, Environment, Sustainability Coordinator, Sustainability Analyst.