Senior Consultant – Industrial Decarbonization Country PM

Sigma Earth; India; On-site; INR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Sigma Earth in India is seeking a skilled professional to coordinate client projects focused on industrial decarbonization and energy efficiency across South and Southeast Asia. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in energy management or consulting, particularly within the textile industry. A Master's degree in a related field is required.

The role involves close collaboration with suppliers and technical teams, managing subcontractors, and presenting findings to clients.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in industrial decarbonization or energy management.
• Strong understanding of textile supply chains and operations.
• Ability to assess water, energy, and chemical consumption in textile operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate client projects across South and Southeast Asia.
• Liaise with OEMs to assess feasibility of decarbonization initiatives.
• Manage collaboration with subcontractors in textile manufacturing facilities.

Skills

Industrial decarbonization

Energy management

Consulting

Data analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Job description

Role

• Coordinate client projects with associated factories across South and Southeast Asia, with a primary focus on India and Bangladesh, targeting opportunities in energy efficiency, renewable energy, electrification, and other decarbonization measures.
• Work closely with supplier leadership and technical teams to secure proposal approvals, understand facility-level sentiment, and design engagement approaches that help achieve project goals.
• Liaise with OEMs and technology providers to assess the feasibility of industrial decarbonization initiatives.
• Keep local and global client representatives informed about project progress, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Manage collaboration with subcontractors carrying out on-site work in textile and apparel manufacturing facilities.
• Develop executive-ready materials in PowerPoint, Word, and Excel to support decisions on decarbonization strategies.
• Present project findings and recommendations to clients in a clear, persuasive manner.
• Coordinate with banking and financing partners to help suppliers access funding for project implementation.
• Oversee factory-level implementation to ensure projects are completed on time, meet quality standards, and deliver intended results.
• Prepare documentation that accurately captures emissions reductions and performance improvements.
• Identify emissions reduction opportunities across supply chains in textiles, apparel, footwear, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals.
• Apply energy management or auditing experience to factory visits and the identification of efficiency opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in India, Europe, North America, and the Middle East to ensure smooth project execution.
• Coordinate the work of up to five consultants involved in research and data analysis.
• Review and quality-check deliverables prepared by technical experts.
• Manage individual workstreams within larger, more complex engagements, with progression toward full project management responsibility.
• Build and strengthen networks with machinery suppliers and vendors in India, Bangladesh, and other Southeast Asian countries such as Vietnam and Indonesia.
• Capture lessons from supplier engagement and project delivery to support continuous program improvement.

What You Will Need

• At least 5 years of experience in industrial decarbonization, energy management, or consulting, preferably in the textile, footwear, or apparel industries.
• Master’s degree in engineering, environmental science, physics, economics, mathematics, or a related field; training in climate change or sustainability is an added advantage.
• Background in energy management or auditing, including factory visits and identification of efficiency measures, along with a basic understanding of industrial facility design and operations.
• Familiarity with global textile supply chains, including production clusters, material flows, and key actors such as suppliers, brands, and solution providers.
• Ability to assess water, energy, and chemical consumption in textile operations and recommend reduction opportunities through process optimization or advanced technologies.
• Experience managing subcontractors and external partners, especially in Southeast Asia.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, teamwork, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle and interpret large datasets effectively.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate with both factory-level teams and executive stakeholders.
• Proven skill in converting technical findings into practical business recommendations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across different teams and regions.
• Fluency in English is required.

Nice to Have

• PMP certification.
• Strong network of machinery suppliers and vendors in Southeast Asia, with existing relationships with textile brands, factories, or equipment providers being a plus.
• Experience with textile production processes such as spinning, weaving, knitting, dyeing, printing, finishing, cutting, or sewing.
• Knowledge of textile fibers and materials, including both conventional options like cotton and polyester and more sustainable alternatives.
• Proficiency in Southeast Asian languages.
• Additional training in climate change and sustainability topics.
• Relevant extracurricular achievements or international exposure aligned with the role.