Sustainable Development Manager

Sonepar Canada

Location: Laval, Quebec, Canada

Category: Sustainability

Salary: 80,000 - 100,000 CAD / yearly

Full-time

Job Description

Sonepar Canada is seeking a Sustainable Development Manager to join our fast-growing and evolving organization. The manager will be responsible for managing, directing, implementing, measuring, and monitoring the company's sustainable development program.

Responsibilities

Lead integration and harmonization plans for sustainability across key businesses and functions.
Liaise with senior management, regional business leaders, and other internal stakeholders to prioritize sustainability issues and emerging topics.
Collaborate with multiple external stakeholders and represent the company to key third-party external organizations, government agencies, and industry organizations.
Develop, manage, and maintain sustainability policies.
Manage and monitor all sustainable development projects.
Establish, monitor, and report on sustainability goals and performance metrics.
Support data collection on all sustainability parameters, including carbon, energy, waste, etc.
Ensure all sustainability submissions for regulations, customers, and certifications are met.
Research potential government programs that incentivize the industry to meet environmental goals.
Monitor global, federal, and provincial environmental regulations and develop company policies, training, and communications to ensure compliance.
Compare, synthesize, and communicate external and internal trends and ideas; support the identification of new sustainability issues and identify collaboration and leadership opportunities.
Provide education and training on sustainability to employees and other stakeholders.
Facilitate, support, motivate, and recognize regional sustainability efforts.
Present progress, as well as issues and solutions, to stakeholders, including senior management and executives.
Other tasks as needed.

Qualifications

5+ years of required experience in sustainability, particularly in leading the sustainability function in a complex organization.
3-5+ years of management experience is an asset.
Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in environmental sciences, Master's in Science (M.Sc), Bachelor's in Engineering (B.Eng.), or related field.
Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.
Microsoft Office knowledge required.
5+ years of experience in developing, leading, and implementing corporate sustainability programs.
Experience in the distribution industry is a plus.
Experience liaising with government agencies and other external parties related to sustainability.
Ability to represent the company's sustainability efforts internally and externally, recommend strategic opportunities, and offer innovative solutions.
Travel required.

Perks & Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Flexible benefits program allowing you to choose options that best meet your needs and those of your dependents.
Employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, and career path.
Company-paid life insurance and employee-paid disability insurance.

Why Join Us?

Sonepar Canada is a leading distributor of eco-energy products, a pioneer in energy transition, and prioritizes sustainability. Join us in our commitment to a more sustainable future.