Sustainability Director

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Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 260,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

GPI seeks a Global Head of Sustainability to set strategic direction and govern the execution and continuous evolution of the company’s sustainability program across product, operations, and supply chain.

You will advise the executive team and the Board on priorities, drive climate strategy, decarbonization across Scopes 1–3, lead environmental data management, ESG disclosures, and cross-functional programs with external partners.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.
10+ years leading sustainability programs in global matrixed organizations.
Experience with science-based targets and GHG accounting across Scopes 1-3.

Responsibilities

Set strategy and lead governance of global sustainability program.
Unify and lead global sustainability organization across functions.
Advise executives on priorities, risks, regulations and program performance.
Develop and execute global sustainability strategy, goals, governance, KPIs and roadmaps.

Skills

Sustainability Strategy Development

ESG Reporting and Disclosure

Climate Strategy and Decarbonization

Leadership and Team Development

Sustainability Frameworks Knowledge

Exceptional Communication

Influencing Skills

Strategic Thinking

Project Management

Data Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Graduate degree

Graduate degree in related discipline

Job description

Set the strategic direction and lead governance, execution, and continuous evolution of GPI’s global sustainability program
Unify and lead the global sustainability organization across Product Sustainability, Operations Sustainability, and Supply Chain Sustainability
Advise executive leadership, the Board, and oversight committees on sustainability priorities, risks, regulations, and program performance
Develop and execute global sustainability strategy, goals, governance structures, KPIs, dashboards, and roadmaps
Lead climate strategy and decarbonization initiatives covering Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions
Build enterprise capability in environmental data management and carbon accounting
Oversee mandatory and voluntary ESG disclosures, annual Impact Report development, reporting controls, assurance, and verification
Lead product, operational, and supply chain sustainability programs, including circularity, recyclability, renewable energy, waste reduction, responsible sourcing, forestry stewardship, and due diligence
Represent GPI externally with customers, investors, industry associations, communities, conferences, and other stakeholders
Lead sustainability communications, training, employee engagement, and communities of practice
Coach, mentor, manage performance, and develop direct reports and global sustainability teams
Manage sustainability budgets, business cases, forecasts, operating plans, consultants, NGOs, associations, and external partners

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
10+ years of progressive experience leading sustainability, ESG, or related programs within large, global, highly matrixed organizations
Demonstrated success developing and scaling enterprise sustainability strategies, including science-based target setting, climate strategy, and greenhouse gas accounting across Scopes 1, 2, and 3
Proven leadership experience managing managers and developing high-performing global teams
Strong knowledge of sustainability frameworks, standards, and regulations, including GRI, SASB, ISSB, TCFD, CSRD/ESRS, CDP, and SBTi
Ability to translate sustainability trends and stakeholder expectations into actionable business strategies and secure executive alignment
Proven success leading complex, cross-functional sustainability initiatives across large organizations
Strong knowledge of sustainability and procurement practices, including responsible and sustainable sourcing principles
Strong analytical and strategic problem-solving skills; ability to develop business cases, establish KPIs, and measure enterprise sustainability performance
Exceptional communication, executive presence, presentation, and influencing skills with executives, Boards, customers, investors, and external stakeholders
Strong project and program management capabilities
Experience developing and managing strategic partnerships with private-sector organizations, NGOs, industry associations, multilateral organizations, consultants, and external service providers
Preferred: graduate degree in a related discipline
Preferred: professional certification in sustainability, corporate responsibility, project management, or a related field
Preferred: experience in paperboard, packaging, forest products, or related manufacturing industries
Preferred: experience with fiber sourcing, certification, circularity, recyclability, life cycle assessments, and product carbon footprint methodologies
Preferred: experience navigating global sustainability supply chain regulations, including EUDR and EPR

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global sustainability strategies, including climate strategy and greenhouse gas accounting across Scopes 1, 2, and 3. Proven ability to lead cross-functional sustainability initiatives and manage high-performing global teams while ensuring compliance with sustainability frameworks and regulations.

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