Sustainability Advisor

Responsibilities

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Develop material transparency documents including Health Product Declarations and Manufacturers’ Inventories.
• Conduct detailed Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) for coatings products, identifying key areas for environmental impact reduction, with a particular focus on Global Warming Potential (GWP).
• Analyze product carbon footprint data and devise strategies to achieve reduction targets in concert with business partners.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability attributes into new product development.
• Educate and guide internal stakeholders on sustainability practices, certifications, and LCA methodologies.
• Assist business partners in obtaining sustainability certifications, ensuring transparency and adherence to appropriate standards.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers, to promote sustainable practices along the supply chain.
• Participate in trade association committees and working groups to develop Product Category Rules as needed.
• Stay abreast of regulatory developments and market trends in sustainability.
  
  

“Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company’s staff, employees, and business relationships.”

Qualifications

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in architecture, engineering, environmental science, or related field
  
  

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience developing sustainability certifications and performing cradle-to-gate and cradle-to-grave life cycle assessments.
• Proficient in Life Cycle Assessment software such as Sphera Life Cycle Assessment for Experts/GaBi and/or SimaPro as well as various emissions factor databases
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence various stakeholders.
• Commitment to staying informed on emerging sustainability trends and technologies.
  
  

Preferred:

• Life Cycle Assessment experience aligned with ISO 21930 and EN 15804
• Prior experience with Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs)
• Understanding of LEED and other green building programs
• Prior experience in the chemicals and/or formulated products industries
  
  

TRAVEL REQUIRMENTS: (TIME SPENT AWAY FROM HOME OR OTHER TYPICAL OFFICE LOCATION)

• 10%
  
  

About Us

Here, we believe there’s not one path to success, we believe in careers that grow with you. Whoever you are or wherever you come from in the world, there’s a place for you at Sherwin-Williams. We provide you with the opportunity to explore your curiosity and drive us forward. Sherwin-Williams values the unique talents and abilities from all backgrounds and characteristics. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply, including individuals with disabilities and Protected Veterans. We’ll give you the space to share your strengths and we want you show us what you can do. You can innovate, grow and discover in a place where you can thrive and Let Your Colors Show!

At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at http://www.myswbenefits.com/ . Click on “Candidates” to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, Sherwin-Williams requests state and local employment services delivery systems to provide priority referral of Protected Veterans.

Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.