Sustainability & Innovation Lead – Facilities Industry

As the Sustainability & Innovation Lead you will have a pivotal role in spearheading the discovery and implementation of groundbreaking solutions to address complex sustainability and operational challenges. As a seasoned professional, you will be at the forefront of driving innovation, and sustainable solutions overseeing pilot programs, and strategically guiding the implementation of cutting-edge initiatives to solve problems.

Candidate will be part of a team that builds and maintains relationships with key pharmaceuticals and life sciences clients, reviews and analyzes energy, water and emissions data, develops client facing material that recognizes market leadership, and collaborates with other team members and clients to develop national and regional strategies to increase participation in energy and decarbonization programs

This role demands a visionary thinker with a proven track record of successfully navigating the intersection of strategy and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage with external companies and strategic partners to identify and explore sustainable & innovative solutions that solve our various sectors’ critical business issues.
• Lead pilot discovery, development and tracking specific to innovation solutions which includes end-to-end project management.
• Successful candidates will support the implementation of high-profile solutions to drive energy efficiency and emissions reductions across pharmaceutical and life science markets
• Coordinates with internal and external research, analytical, and consulting teams to develop sustainability activities and protocols; directs or supports measurement and evaluation
• Deliver training programs and best practices that assist the field with implementing sustainability programs
• Assisting with sustainability and innovative project management tasks including project deliverables, program staffing and budget management
• Manages national sustainability projects and, measures KPIs
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success and impact of innovation initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure successful implementation and integration of new solutions.
• Develop and maintain close partnership and engagement with hard and soft service subject matter experts, supplier partners, sourcing and operations leaders to ensure clear understanding of evolving business needs and objectives.
• Work with operations leaders to translate ideas and strategies into successful projects.
• Regularly report on the progress of innovation and sustainability projects to leadership.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to inform the innovation and sustainability roadmap.
• Partner with sourcing team to identify third party supplier innovation opportunities.
• Host sessions presenting new sustainability and innovation opportunities to internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in sustainability, business, communications, or related field

Desired 3-5 years professional experience in sustainability and project management

Experience in sustainability strongly preferred, passion for sustainability required

Strong understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability best practices

Good analytical skills with a strong attention to detail

Advanced written and oral communication skills including public speaking

Strong presentation and time management skills; strong management and outstanding interpersonal skills

Ability to travel required

Competencies

Measure delivery against client and consumer expectations, support client teams to drive improvement towards specific client sustainability goals.

Develop strong, healthy relationships with stakeholders and customers; collaborates to make decisions and be a trusted partner

Work with stakeholders and customers to understand their view of the current service and deliver improvements

Establish clear accountabilities, targets and standards in the team

Manage workforce planning to build capability and optimize performance

Spot and develops internal and external talent; supports individuals to realize their potential

Plan and manages development activity for the wider team

Lead team working and recognition activity to build team spirit and highlight success

Personally role model learning and development

Maintains drive and energy to keep the team going