Sustainability Analyst

Kroger; North Ridgeville (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A major retail corporation in North Ridgeville, Ohio, is seeking a Sustainability Manager to engage and coach stakeholders in achieving sustainability goals. The ideal candidate will need extensive experience in sustainability, strong data management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across various departments. This role involves managing sustainability data, improving sustainability performance, and supporting ESG reporting and disclosure.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sustainability (public or private).
• Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Manage efforts to fulfill ESG Strategy: Thriving Together and Zero Hunger.
• Research and monitor changes to relevant environmental policy and legislation.
• Lead program and project management with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Data management

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Description

Engage and coach stakeholders to achieve short- and long-term sustainability objectives and public commitments. Manage sustainability data collection and analytics on multiple topics, including carbon emissions reduction, packaging, and deforestation; program and project management; and ESG reporting and disclosure. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Manage efforts to fulfill Kroger's ESG Strategy: Thriving Together and Zero Hunger
• Zero Waste environmental and social impact plan to advance positive impacts for people and our planet
• Continually improve sustainability performance across the company by working with lines of business and corporate functions
• Partner with stakeholders to continually improve data accuracy and integrity; gather and synthesize data to inform program management and decision-making; and develop recommendations for improving performance and positive impact
• Demonstrate familiarity with current sustainability reporting frameworks and emerging disclosure trends to support ESG reporting
• Research and monitor changes to relevant environmental policy and legislation to inform topic roadmaps
• Lead program and project management with cross-functional teams on topics such as packaging, climate, and waste
• Collaborate with retail division leaders on local and regional sustainability topics as needed
• Provide project and program support to increase associate and customer engagement to improve sustainability and social impact
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor's Degree relevant field
• 3+ years of experience in sustainability (public or private)
• Demonstrated skills in data management, analytics, and project management
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills, including Excel
• Excellent oral, written and listening communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to plan/prioritize a variety of tasks and adapt efficiently to changing priorities

Desired

• Master's Degree relevant field
• Any experience in climate change, packaging and plastics, or responsible sourcing
• 5+ years of experience in sustainability
• Sustainable finance or business background