Acre has partnered with John Swire & Sons Ltd., a multi-national conglomerate covering a diverse range of sectors from international shipping, agribusinesses and food chain to energy transition and new fuels, to help recruit a Sustainability Data Manager.
John Swire & Sons Ltd. hires intellectually curious, adaptable leaders who are able to drive the strategy forward. Sustainability is a key focus and they are investing heavily in creating the right team to create impact. This role will support the sustainable development team with data collection and analysis across the subsidiaries to support the transition to science-based targets.
The Sustainability Data Manager will be responsible for centralising all sustainability reporting and disclosures across the group; using data to drive action; and ensuring readiness for increased transparency in reporting.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Confidently lead the execution of ESG data collection and analysis across the group into all operating companies, acting as the overall system leader and expert.
Work closely with the Group Sustainable Business Manager when developing plans for operating company engagement and transformation - using expert data analysis to uncover opportunities for improvement and acceleration.
Improve data accuracy, covering various levels of sustainable data maturity and complexity.
Take a lead on preparing external data disclosures in line with regulations and trends.
Use data to support decision making across the business, and act as an advocate for process improvement through data transparency.
This is a rare opportunity to join a company that has ambitions to transform itself into an industry-leading sustainable business within the privately held sector. This role will offer the successful candidate an opportunity to add significant value through their analytical skills, and be an influential member of a dynamic, global team, driving significant impact at scale across a diverse portfolio with a global reach.
Key Experience:
Expertise in environmental sustainability and relevant technical skills such as greenhouse gas accounting, carbon accounting, and data collection.
Technical experience with data and programming systems.
Experience with managing internal and external stakeholders.
Understanding of multiple sectors (with experience in industrial sectors an advantage) and their sustainability issues and priorities.
Ability to use data to draw insights and drive decision making at board level.
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across international settings.
Enthusiasm, purpose-driven individual, self-starter with significant motivation to make a positive change.
If you feel motivated by this opportunity to join a diverse organisation and help drive a strong sustainability programme, please apply or send any questions to ruth.smith@acre.com.
