Sustainability Specialist

Company Overview:

Gexpro Services is a world-class supply chain services outsourcing provider specializing in the development and management of production inventory programs. Our managed inventory solutions support manufacturing OEMs with engineered production material specifications, fulfillment, and quality requirements.

Sustainability Specialist Benefits:

Gexpro Services offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive compensation plus annual bonus
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and pet insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee assistance and health and wellness programs
• 401(k) eligibility upon hire with a competitive company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off, including personal, sick, and vacation time

Sustainability Specialist Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President, Quality & Risk Management, the Sustainability Specialist designs and implements the company’s sustainability strategy, including corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. This role interprets global standards, legislation, and customer requirements; promotes compliance throughout Gexpro Services and its value chain; and partners with internal and external stakeholders to advance the company’s sustainability commitments. The Sustainability Specialist communicates sustainability requirements across the organization and escalates material noncompliance to senior leadership. A qualified candidate will be able to perform the following tasks:

• Identify, interpret, and monitor sustainability requirements established by governments, regulators, customers, and relevant standards-setting organizations.
• Conduct baseline sustainability assessments, identify gaps, and develop a comprehensive sustainability strategy aligned with business goals.
• Develop and maintain policies addressing the company’s ethical, social, environmental, and governance responsibilities.
• Identify, engage, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align sustainability initiatives with community and business needs.
• Gather, maintain, and analyze sustainability performance data across the organization; continuously assess key metrics, trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Monitor evolving sustainability regulations, standards, and customer expectations and support compliance with applicable legal and contractual requirements.
• Complete customer questionnaires and other requests related to sustainability practices accurately and responsively.
• Build relationships with sustainability networks, industry peers, business partners, and customers to share best practices and develop practical solutions.
• Partner with public relations, social media, and marketing teams to communicate the company’s social, environmental, and governance commitments.
• Develop and deliver employee training on sustainability expectations and best practices.
• Convene and support the internal Sustainability Committee, facilitate cross-functional discussion, and translate recommendations into action, policy, or behavior change.
• Integrate sustainability initiatives across functions and develop a cohesive narrative regarding the company’s sustainability strategy and progress.
• Develop and maintain a regular cadence of internal and external sustainability reporting, including an annual Sustainability Report and other reporting products as needed.
• Prepare and submit timely and accurate reports in accordance with applicable frameworks and requirements, including the UN Global Compact, Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission requirements, and other governmental or regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate improvement efforts related to sustainability assessments and ratings, including EcoVadis and Next Generation, where applicable.
• Develop and maintain appropriate disclosure controls and procedures related to ESG information and support the inclusion of key ESG disclosures in regulatory filings.
• Support sustainability approval requirements for key OEM customers, global legal compliance, integration of sustainability throughout the value chain, and continuous improvement in customer and stakeholder sustainability survey results.
• Travel as needed based on business requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

DISCLAIMER:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Gexpro Services.

Sustainability Specialist Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

The Sustainability Specialist must possess a bachelor’s degree in business administration, environmental studies, sustainability, or a related field and have relevant experience interpreting and applying sustainability standards, regulatory requirements, and reporting frameworks. A master’s degree is preferred.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, environmental studies, sustainability, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of global sustainability standards, legislation, and frameworks, with the ability to interpret and apply requirements.
• Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience gathering, processing, and analyzing data and using sustainability reporting tools or software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to work effectively across functions and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience in stakeholder management and a strong business orientation.
• Data-driven, detail-oriented, organized, and capable of working independently.
• Strong personal integrity and demonstrated commitment to ethical, social, and environmental responsibility.
• Adaptable and flexible in response to changing business needs and evolving global sustainability priorities.
• Customer- and service-oriented, with a collaborative approach and a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Ability and willingness to travel as business needs require.

Gexpro Services is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment that includes both providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process as well as throughout the course of one’s employment. If you encounter difficulty using our online application system due to a disability and would like to request reasonable accommodation during the application and selection process, please email hr@gexproservices.com so that we can provide appropriate assistance. Gexpro Services is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.