Senior Specialist, Sustainability

Job Summary

The Senior Specialist, Sustainability supports the execution of Southwire's sustainability strategy by leading key initiatives, programs, reporting activities, and stakeholder engagement efforts. This role partners across the organization to collect and analyze sustainability data, support disclosure requirements, identify improvement opportunities, and drive progress toward corporate sustainability goals. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong analytical, project management, and communication skills who is passionate about advancing sustainability initiatives and creating measurable business value.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Southwire's sustainability strategy, goals, and initiatives.

Lead assigned sustainability projects and programs, ensuring timely execution and achievement of established objectives.

Coordinate collection, validation, analysis, and management of sustainability performance data, including environmental, social, and governance (ESG) metrics.

Support preparation and publication of sustainability disclosures, reports, customer questionnaires, and external reporting requirements.

Develop dashboards, tools, and reporting processes that track sustainability performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Conduct research on sustainability trends, regulations, frameworks, and best practices and communicate impacts to business stakeholders.

Partner with functional teams to identify, evaluate, and implement initiatives that reduce environmental impacts, improve resource efficiency, and support business objectives.

Assist with materiality assessments, benchmarking activities, and sustainability program evaluations.Engage internal and external stakeholders to support sustainability-related data requests, communications, and project execution.

Promote sustainability awareness through presentations, training, communications, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Communications, or related field

5-7 Years of Experience

Field(s) of Expertise: Sustainability, ESG, Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Corporate Responsibility, or related field

Preferred Education & Experience

Master's degree

Field(s) of Expertise: 

Corporate Sustainability, ESG Reporting, Environmental Management, Sustainability Strategy, or related field

Strong understanding of sustainability principles, ESG frameworks, disclosure standards, and emerging trends.
Experience supporting sustainability reporting initiatives and data management processes.
Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks and ratings organizations (e.g., GRI, CDP, EcoVadis, TCFD, etc.).
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and develop actionable insights.
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across all organizational levels.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Strong business acumen and understanding of manufacturing operations preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Power BI; experience with sustainability management software preferred.

Licenses/Certifications: GRI, ISSP, LEED, SASB/FSA, or other sustainability-related certification preferred

Spans of Control

Does this role manage Southwire team members: No

Travel

Domestic, less than 20% of time

Physical Requirements

Moving - 5% of time

Standing - 15% of time

Sitting - 80% of time 

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Competencies

Skills