Overview

We’re seeking a dynamic Director to lead our journey toward a sustainable, low-carbon future in logistics. This key role will craft a strategic roadmap to transform transportation and warehousing, set ambitious CO₂ reduction targets, and spearhead decarbonization initiatives!

Core Responsibilities

1. Strategy & Roadmap Development:

  • Develop a global logistics sustainability strategy for transportation and warehousing.
  • Define CO₂ reduction targets aligned with corporate climate goals.
    Create a logistics decarbonization roadmap, focusing on technology adoption and operational optimization.

2. Emissions Measurement & Baseline Creation:

  • Establish a baseline for Scope 1, 2, and Scope 3 emissions using recognized methodologies.
  • Collaborate with Climate/Sustainability teams for accurate data models and reporting.
  • Implement global data collection processes and KPIs to monitor emissions.

3. Decarbonization Opportunity Assessment:

  • Identify CO₂ reduction initiatives like route optimization, alternative fuels, and warehouse energy efficiency.
  • Conduct cost-benefit assessments to support decision-making.

4. Procurement Partnership:

  • Integrate sustainability criteria into RFPs and contracts with logistics providers.
  • Co-lead supplier engagement programs for CO₂ reduction.

5. Implementation & Program Delivery:

  • Lead global implementation of sustainability initiatives from development to execution.
  • Manage governance structures with Procurement, Logistics, and
  • Sustainability teams.

6. Cross-Functional Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Serve as a subject-matter expert on logistics decarbonization.
  • Collaborate with external partners and communicate progress to executives.

The director will partner closely with Climate & Sustainability teams, Procurement, Regional Logistics Operations, Finance, and regional supply chain leaders to accelerate the company’s transition to a low-carbon logistics network.

The ideal candidate has over a decade of experience in global supply chain, logistics, or sustainability roles, with expertise in designing sustainability programs and understanding carbon drivers.

Key Skills and Experience:

  • Experience in Logistics Operations
  • Experience with Scope 3 emissions, GHG Protocol, and carbon accounting tools.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional programs and strong analytical skills.
  • Familiarity with digital tools for logistics data and emissions measurement.
  • Passion for sustainability and knowledge of global regulatory expectations.
  • Behaviors & Leadership Attributes
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to execute plans.
  • Pragmatic operator delivering measurable results.
  • Strong collaborator who inspires and influences across functions.
  • Data-driven and comfortable challenging assumptions.
  • Success Measures
  • Establishment of a validated logistics emissions baseline.
  • Achievement of CO₂ reduction targets.
  • Deployment of decarbonization initiatives.
  • Inclusion of sustainability KPIs in contracts.
  • Improved reporting accuracy and stakeholder engagement.

The position is based in London, UK and relocation support is not offered for this role.

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