Manager, Sustainability - Remote

Logistics at full potential.

At GXO, we're constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you'll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

The Manager, Sustainability serves as a key advisor across the organization on environmental sustainability, providing guidance and analytical support in defining goals, targets, and metrics, identifying strategies, developing projects and initiatives, and measuring and reporting progress. The Manager, Sustainability also leads across departments in the development and management of new projects and initiatives that fall within specified program areas. Responsibilities vary by project and may include research, preparation of reports and presentations, and development of training resources, policies, and procedures. This position will work in collaboration with the Environmental Manager. We'll look to you to champion our values, ensuring a differentiated and engaged workforce. If you're excited about the challenge of working for a rapidly growing global company, we have an opportunity for you at GXO.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you'll do on a typical day:

• Champion regional implementation of GXO's carbon reduction strategy for the supply chain while working with leads across business and corporate teams to drive the strategy roadmap and prioritize actions to accelerate our progress towards GXO's carbon goals.
• Identify business investment priorities to scale carbon reduction and manage carbon targets with suppliers.
• Lead carbon forecasting efforts in collaboration with the life cycle assessment teams, accruing to corporate goals.
• Collect and analyzed sustainability data and prepare regular reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) for senior management, customers, and key stakeholders.
• Maintain stakeholder engagement through building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, suppliers, customers, and regulatory bodies to promote sustainability goals.
• Lead implementation and use of the ESG software application for tracking and trending sustainability data and metrics.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to identify sustainable sourcing options, environmentally friendly suppliers, and ethical supply chain practices.
• Collaborate with sustainability teams across GXO to streamline and standardize communications, training, and capability building to raise awareness, promote environmentally conscious behaviors and foster a culture of sustainability throughout the organization.
• Provide insights into best practices and improvement opportunities for environmental sustainability across the supply chain, report on progress and opportunities to the senior leadership team.
• Research and implement global sustainability-related policies, regulations, and standards.
• Promote community and social responsibility through establishing and managing community engagement initiatives and corporate social responsibility programs.
• Successfully integrate within a broader organization of experienced and highly motivated compliance, human rights, and sustainability experts.
• A high level of enthusiasm, creativity, self-motivation, resourcefulness, and effectiveness as a team player with experience in leading and influencing internal and external resources to ensure successful outcomes.
• Ability to drive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

• Bachelor's or master's degree and/or equivalent related work or military experience.
• 4 years of relevant experience in managing environmental sustainability programs with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in effectively designing and implementing programs requiring cross-group collaboration and implied authority.
• Understanding of GHG protocol, carbon accounting, and related ISO standards such as ISO 14001.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills in English and executive communication

It'd be great if you also have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering, Sustainability Science, Business, or other related disciplines
• 7+ years of relevant experience in managing environmental sustainability programs with diverse stakeholders

We engineer faster, leaner, smarter supply chains.

GXO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team - energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make GXO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

GXO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with GXO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Review GXO's candidate privacy statement here.