Environmental Sustainability Executive

Job description

Environmental Sustainability Executive

At Primark, we’re here to create maximum joy at minimum cost – less money and less impact on the planet. Our strong values run through everything we do – we are Caring and always strive to put people first. We’re Dynamic and bravely push the boundaries. We succeed Together knowing that we learn more, laugh more and achieve more as a team.

Our Environmental Sustainability teams are an integral part of what we do. Surrounded by some of the best technical sustainability specialists in the industry, you’ll bring your own unique ideas to the business - helping to shape the experience of our colleagues and customers as part of a forward-thinking team.

This role will support for the development and deployment of environmental sustainability programmes across our global supply base and work across the business to support internal & external reporting of programme performance.

What You’ll Get
The world is changing and it’s important we support our colleagues to be dynamic. People are at the heart of what we do at Primark, so it’s essential we provide the right environment for you to feel that you belong and to perform at your best. That’s why we offer benefits that put you first…
Some of our benefits are:
·  27 days of leave, plus bank holidays and if you want, you can buy 5 more.
·  Flexible Working, opportunity for an 2pm early Friday finish, and a subsidised cafeteria.
·  Primark Perks – Discounts with some local partner business to our offices What You’ll Do:
In your role, you’ll collaborate with different people across a range of departments, markets and skillsets. Here’s a flavour of your day-to-day:
·  Environmental Compliance Strategy: Actively support the development and implementation of Primark’s environmental compliance strategy.
·  Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyse supply chain environmental data and refine data analytics to improve programmatic insights and shape strategy.
·  Supplier Performance and Risk Management: Engagement with in-country and central teams to review supplier performance and risks.
·  Regulatory Awareness: Keep abreast of regulatory and policy developments affecting Primark and its supply chain partners.
·  Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work cross-functionally across key teams, including Primark Cares, strategy and transformation, ethical trade, sourcing, product sustainability, quality, product compliance, legal, and supply chain. What You’ll Bring
Here at Primark, we want everyone to feel that they belong, and they can bring their best selves to work – so please bring your authentic self, and other key experiences and abilities for this role in particular:
·  Minimum of 3 years relevant professional experience.
·  Passion for environmental matters and a desire to instigate change.
·  Relevant professional memberships or certifications (i.e. CEnv) are preferred but can be worked towards in the role if not yet achieved.
·  Ability to present and communicate programmatic updates to audiences of different levels.
·  An ability to interrogate and use data to support programmatic development.
·  An awareness of environmental legislation and reporting requirements.
·  Expertise in conducting research and analysis.
·  Proficient in Excel and dashboarding tools, such as PowerBI or Tableau. Ready? Great - because we can’t wait to see what you can offer. You’ll be joining a team of diverse, passionate, and talented individuals, collaborating on projects that will shape the future of our industry. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or another one, and our recruitment team can determine where your skills may fit in at Primark.

Apply now to be part of our future and we’ll promise to invest in yours!
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