Sustainability Analyst

Job information Sustainability Analyst from the Company Burnbrae Farms, this latest Sustainability Analyst job vacancy is located in the city Mississauga, ON. This latest job opening is open to job seekers who have the latest education / graduate . Job Vacancies in this Accounting field have been opened and published up to the specified time.

Job Responsibility:

Role: Permanent Full time Sustainability Analyst

Department: Corporate Social Responsibility

Location: Mississauga- Hybrid

Start Date: Fall

Role Reports to: Director, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Community Investment

Overview:

We are looking for a Sustainability Analyst to join our team, reporting to the Director, CSR (Sustainability) and Community Investment. If you are a self-motivated individual who thrives on collaboration and is eager to expand your expertise and contribute to various sustainability-led projects, this role is an exciting opportunity for you.

About Us:

At Burnbrae Farms, sustainability is an integral part of our heritage and purpose. Linked to our corporate strategy, our sustainability mandate focuses on five key pillars: Environment, Animal Care, Health and Well-Being, Safe Nourishing Food, and Community Spirit. We are committed to offering safe, nutritious, and affordable eggs and egg products to Canadians while addressing high-priority issues where we can make the most significant impact. Our focus on sustainability helps us bring our purpose of "Eggs for Life" to life and is central to our business strategy.

Role and Responsibilities:

The Sustainability Analyst has a pivotal role in supporting the execution and management of our sustainability initiatives and maintaining Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) related data integrity.

Support the Sustainability Strategy:

• Collaborate with the Director, CSR, and other teams to implement various sustainability initiatives (i.e., annual Sustainability Reporting and employee engagement campaigns).
• Analyze customer sustainability requirements and disclosure requests. Work with the business to provide data to complete audits/surveys and improve the data collection process.
• Provide project management support on Burnbrae's sustainability initiatives.
• Conduct research and analysis on sustainability topics.
• Develop metrics and KPIs to measure outcomes against internal objectives and external benchmarks.
• Track and report on the progress of sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure Burnbrae is disclosing ESG activities in a manner consistent with industry leadership.
• Support the Director of CSR in delivering the CSR strategy and key goals while advancing reporting and disclosure activities to meet customer requests and deliver on best practices.

ESG Data Collection and Assurance:

• Lead ESG data collection, ensuring data quality and completeness for reporting. Manage all sustainability-related datasets, KPI tracking, and progress towards sustainability goals.
• Using external software, help track GHG emissions, waste, packaging, and support initiatives like achieving net zero by 2050 and zero waste by .
• Participate in third-party ESG data assurance processes to ensure accuracy and transparency by validating claims for external reporting.
• Execute tasks such as obtaining energy, waste, water and refrigerant data from each site and inputting it into software (Metrio), ensuring accuracy and completeness for customer requests and external reporting purposes.
• Prepare data and substantiation for the annual Sustainability Report.
• Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting:
• Lead the annual carbon footprinting exercise for internal and external reporting by working with the external consultant firm.
• Contribute to the Net Zero Carbon strategy, measuring progress over time and maintaining comparison markers to the baseline year.
• Synthesize data analysis into key messages for relevant audiences.
• Drive continuous improvement by introducing new strategies, techniques and technology.

Additional Responsibilities:

• Collaborate in working groups (CSR Governance, Packaging, and Community Investment) related to performance management, including establishing commitments, metrics, and tracking.
• Assist in donation and volunteer grant tracking.
• Organize and assist the Director of CSR with the planning and execution of employee community investment activities throughout the year.
• Update annual ESG benchmarks.
• Monitor evolving global responsibility best practices and industry standards.
• Participate in various community events representing Burnbrae Farms.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in the ESG/Sustainability space (2-3 years).
• A degree in finance/accounting, environmental studies, project management, or sustainability.
• Familiarity with energy data collection systems and/or ESG data software.
• Proven experience in analyzing and manipulating large data sets.
• Technical proficiency with sustainability benchmarks, standards, and frameworks such as CDP Project management skills are preferred.
• Well-organized and self-motivated, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills for data collection and reporting challenges.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to build rapport with colleagues and achieve outcomes through influence.
• Passion for ESG initiatives and a commitment to driving performance improvement in sustainability practices.
• Some travel within Ontario may be required. Ownership of a personal vehicle for travel purposes is preferred.

What We Offer:

A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture where you're an innovator and trusted partner.

An environment of continuous learning and improvement. Flexible work options available, discussed throughout the selection process depending on role requirements and individual needs. Burnbrae has been recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for more than 10 years and a Certified Women's Business Enterprise (WBE) since .

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Casual

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• What is your Excel Level? V Loop up, pivot table etc...
• How many years of analytical experience ( Excluding school projects) do you have?
• How many years of experience do you have in ESG/ sustainability space?

Work Location: In person