Sustainability and Social Impact Manager - Boucherville, Canada - Danone

Danone

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Boucherville, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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About the job

We are looking to fill the position of Sustainability and Social Impact Manager at Danone Canada.

Within the General Secretary Department and the sustainable development team of Danone Canada, the manager will report to the Sustainable Development Director of Danone Canada.

Your main mission will be to support the sustainable development function in order to help build a responsible company that respects its social and environmental commitments.

The manager will be called upon to work with cross-functional teams made up of colleagues from several departments including operations (logistics, supplies, factory), research and innovation, communications and human resources.

In this position, you will assume the following responsibilities:

Support Canadian teams from all business units in implementing social and environmental initiatives
Help monitor and implement the sustainable development strategy
Support the Sustainability Director on various current mandates

More specifically:

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Environment

Carbon
Coordinate the implementation of the 2030 action plan to reduce greenhouse gases for Danone Canada

Food waste

Support initiatives aimed at reducing losses in the supply chain and coordinate the implementation of the 2030 action plan
Establish a robust and comprehensive reporting process for the Danone Impact Journey

Social Impact

Support engagement and awareness efforts among employees in terms of volunteering and community involvement (volunteering, fundraising campaign, donation platform for employees, monitoring)

Certification and Engagement

Contribute to internal and external communication activities on Danone Canada's sustainable development projects and initiatives
Contribute, in collaboration with communications, of producing the company's annual sustainable development report
Ensure continuous improvement in performance associated with B Corp certification and employee engagement using the B CAMP program
Produce the required documents and information requested by the global team on the various programs and monitoring tools including the internal Danone Way program
Represent the company, when required, to our stakeholders and at external events
Administrative support and all other related tasks

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About you

Bachelor's degree in environment/sustainable development (a master's degree is an asset)
3 to 4 years of experience in sustainable development (in CPG is an asset)
Good knowledge of operations of a manufacturing company
Bilingual (English & French)
Strong project management capabilities
Strong communication skills
Responsible and committed
Proactive and positive attitude
Autonomous and resourceful
Ability and interest in data analysis and problem solving
Knowledge of the main environmental and social issues facing an agrifood company
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team in a constantly changing environment

About us

Here are some of the reasons why you should join our team:

Named one of Canada's Top 100 employers for the 4th year in a row Certified B Corporation.
Vacation &

Personal Time Off:
Danone's innovative and flexible vacation policy, lets you take as much paid time off as you need. Summer schedule and no-meeting Friday afternoons.

Benefits & Compensation: annual salary review and yearend bonuses at all levels. Core Health plan paid 100% with no waiting period. Flexible credits for health expense reimbursement, wellness account, health spending account or RRSP. Matching group retirement savings plan. Parental leave benefit for primary caregiving parent and second caregiving parent. Employee assistance program and telemedicine service.
Work Environment: a flexible hybrid model that lets employees work with their managers to design a work model that best suits their needs. Onsite workplace features (flexible and collaborative working spaces, fresh fruits, yogurts, and plantbased products), onsite gym and fitness classes.
Work Atmosphere: casual dress code, concierge services available throughout the year, employee sports teams, social committee, departmentalled events.
Training & Skills Development encourages ongoing employee development through a variety of inhouse and online training initiatives, mentoring and leadership development programs.
Community Involvement: founding partner of Breakfast Club of Canada and has worked alongside the organization for 25 years, helping kids develop their potential by giving them regular access to a nutritious breakfast in a comfortable environment.