Sustainability Analyst

Elkay; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision

Matching 401(k) Contribution

Health Savings Account

Vacation 3 weeks starting (may grow)

12 Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Educational Reimbursement

Matching Gift Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

The Sustainability Analyst II at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation will drive corporate-wide environmental, social, and governance initiatives and collaborate with all departments to advance the sustainability strategy.

This role focuses on tracking Scope 1-3 emissions, supporting data-driven reporting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and framework requirements, while partnering with suppliers to improve environmental performance and overall sustainability outcomes across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or Sustainability required.
• 3+ years of experience in sustainability or related field.
• Experience with GHG accounting and environmental metrics preferred.
• Strong communication and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory of Scope 1-3 emissions per GHG Protocol.
• Collaborate to implement reduction initiatives across categories.
• Support annual sustainability reporting with data insights.
• Ensure compliance with sustainability regulations and reporting.
• Partner with suppliers to improve supply chain sustainability.
• Support ERG programs and internal training as needed.

Skills

Communication

Self-motivation

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Studies/Sustainability

Tools

Excel

Tableau

PowerBI

Job description

The Company Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

Sustainability Analyst II

The Sustainability Analyst II is responsible for developing and implementing corporate-wide environmental, social, and corporate governance initiatives in support of the sustainability strategy. This position interacts with all departments in the organization to develop & advance Zurn Elkay’s sustainability strategy and improve Zurn Elkay’s social and environmental impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead inventory of Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions in alignment with GHG Protocol, and water and waste footprints.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to create and implement reduction initiatives across relevant categories.
• Support technical development of Annual Sustainability report by aggregating and analyzing data; assisting the narrative and design; and partnering with data owners to create actionable insights from data delivered year over year.
• Ensure compliance with sustainability regulations (e.g. California SB 253 and SB 261 or SEC) and additional annual reporting requirements including, but not limited to, CDP, UN Global Compact, The Water Council - WAVE.
• Assess program and key rating agencies including ISS, MSCI, Sustainalytics, and S&P Global.
• Serve as a sustainability subject matter expert to relevant stakeholders including employees, customers, and suppliers, which may include development of internal training, responding to product requests and supply chain inquiries, and integration of appropriate product and operational sustainability initiatives.
• Support product sustainability documents including, but not limited to, Health Product Declarations, Environmental Product Declarations, Life Cycle Assessments, and other product certifications.
• Partner with key suppliers to improve supply chain impacts, including materials sustainability, water use, emissions, social & environmental impact.
• Support the growth and development of Zurn Elkay’s Inclusion and Belonging program, overseeing our Employee Resource Groups (ERG) and acting as a central trusted advisor for resource group leaders and executive sponsors and ensuring all groups have clear charters, operating guidelines, succession plans, and structures.
• Plan quarterly ERG leadership meetings and monthly check-ins with each ERG, tracking membership growth, establishing annual goals and budgets, and reviewing all marketing and communications.
• Maintain ERG platform and tools, including ERG lead SharePoint, Cognito forms for event submissions, and new shared Outlook Calendar to minimize event overlap and coordinate collaboration across ERGs.
• Monitor regulations, disclosures, emerging trends, technologies, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies or Sustainability required
• 3+ years of experience
• Passionate about sustainability and enacting change for positive impact
• Experience in greenhouse gas and/or environmental metrics accounting, including Greenhouse Gas (GHG) protocol
• Familiarity with product sustainability initiatives, including LEED v5, building product certifications, and Life Cycle Assessment methodologies
• Experience aggregating and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to inform decisions and take effective action
• Working knowledge of corporate responsibility reporting frameworks, including GRI, IFRS, and SASB
• Proficiency with Excel and data visualization (e.g. Tableau, PowerBI)
• Ability to work through complex problems, balance alternatives, and understand & communicate trade-offs
• Self-starter, works autonomously, ability to multitask and prioritize work
• Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to effectively present new concepts and communicate cross-functionally to varying levels of leadership
• Critical thinking skills for developing innovative sustainability solutions that meet business needs
• Detail oriented. Strives for accuracy.

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k) Contribution
• Health Savings Account
• Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation (may increase with tenure)
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Eligibility
• Educational Reimbursement
• Matching Gift Program
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan – purchase company stock at a discount!

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran

Company Culture

What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture. While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most. Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values.

We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.

In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse. Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.