Responsible for the management of various Service Center-related sustainability projects (i.e., waste management, recycling, etc.)
Complete and submit required and requested sustainability surveys (Ecovadis, CDP, etc.)
Work closely with Facilities Maintenance to learn facility and environmental processes, understand adherence to environmental policies, initiatives and materials when building new or renovating old facilities
Work with appropriate directors on items such as waste management and DE&I initiatives
Collect, maintain and provide metrics on electric equipment and other energy and output sources
Assist in the development and day-to-day coordination of Dayton Freight Lines’ sustainability program framework
Track sustainability program metrics and communicate status to internal and external customers
Coordinate data collection, quality control and analysis to meet the Company’s internal and external reporting commitments
Evaluate and provide recommendations for third-party consulting and data management services related to sustainability efforts
Onboard and oversee third-party vendors that assist in performing environmental sustainability work for data reporting and/or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) regulations
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with third-party vendors and contacts
Coordinate sustainability communications and training
Serve as resource and subject matter expert for sustainability pilots, programs and related initiatives
Educate leadership on sustainable transportation developments in infrastructure, policy, energy, equipment and technology
Establish KPIs to measure the success and impact of current and new initiatives
Collaborate with appropriate departments and teams to upgrade systems and equipment for improved utility efficiency
Research and gather environmental data, industry trends and published research for use in strategic planning
Analize the costs and benefits of emission reduction strategies
Develop policy and program recommendations to support sustainability programs
Develop and analyze forecasts of the use of conventional and alternative fuels in the transportation sector
Continue to evaluate Dayton Freight Lines’ sustainability needs based on Customers’ expectations
Understand Dayton Freight’s values and mission to continually provide recommendations for new initiatives based on required industry standards
Work on other projects related to sales, facility maintenance and overall Dayton Freight operations
Continuously improve processes
Qualifications
3+ years’ experience within logistics, transportation, supply chain or within sustainability
Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability Planning Engineering, Energy Management, Environmental Science, Sustainability or 5+ years related experience
Strong knowledge and understanding of Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 carbon emissions
Knowledge of current sustainability industry initiatives, trends and tools
Knowledge and understanding of Greenhouse Gas Inventory and reporting standards
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Must be at least 18 years of age
Fluent in English
Benefits
This role is onsite in Dayton, Ohio only and not remote.
Stable and growing organization
Competitive weekly pay
Professional, positive and people-centered work environment
Fast-paced work environment
Comprehensive benefits package: Health, Dental, Vision, AD&D, 401(k), etc.
Paid holidays (8); paid vacation and personal days