Sustainability Analyst

Starting Pay:

Position Description:

Responsible for tracking, compiling, and analyzing sustainability data and maintaining accurate reporting mechanisms to help drive and implement sustainability outcomes for Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona (GCNA) and its affiliated entities. Partners with internal departments and external stakeholders to execute data driven sustainability and impact reports. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to identify data trends to provide strategic recommendations that will help scale sustainability initiatives and minimize environmental impact. Creates sustainability narratives from raw data and tracks progress towards sustainability key performance indicators.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collects and organizes data on waste, recycling, aftermarket material commodities and sustainability initiatives, including metrics on program performance, social outcomes, and material inventory levels.
• Collaborates across teams to gather relevant data for progress tracking and impact reporting.
• Identifies emerging trends and anomalies in data.
• Partners with IT and utilizes tools like Microsoft Power BI and Excel to create visually appealing dashboards and reports to analyze large interpretation.
• Creates and manages data tracking for material flow, pilots, projects and day-to-day operation, conducting analysis on the material flow for plastics and textiles and creates corresponding mapping visuals.
• Creates data mapping by establishing a blueprint for how sustainability data moves from source collection to consolidation. Ensures consistency and accurate interpretation across different platforms.
• Analyzes trends, highlight key performance indicators (KPIs), and translates complex data to provide actionable insights.
• Provides data-driven strategic recommendations for process improvement, efficiency gains, inventory management, operational strategies, and marketing campaigns.
• Stays updated on industry trends and maintains awareness around Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) regulatory compliance and reporting.
• Proposes enhancements to data collection processes.
• Conducts financial analysis and compiles reports to support recycling, Extended Producer Responsibility program (EPR), and circular initiatives. Analyzes financial data to inform decision-making and drive business growth.
• Maintains accurate merchandise inventory counts and implements efficient inventory management processes.
• Creates detailed profiles on potential partners, incorporating relevant data and insights to inform strategic collaborations and alliances.
• Evaluates existing aftermarket material handling processes for data collection efficiency, productivity tracking and resource utilization.
• Implements sustainability programs that align with our mission and objectives. Collaborates with internal teams and external partners to design initiatives that promote environmental stewardship and community engagement.
• Maintains regular and consistent in-person attendance.
• Models Goodwill Core Values - Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills):

• Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.
• 2 - 4 years of related work experience.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook as well as Google Suite.
• Professionally communicates in written or verbal form with intention and clarity.
• Ability to speak and read English proficiently.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks, as well as to accept direction on given assignments.
• Detail oriented with the ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple processes with minimal supervision.
• Maintain high level confidentiality at all times by having the ability to identify and hold sensitive, financial, proprietary, and/or attorney-client privileged information in strict confidence.
• Valid drivers' license and clean MVR.
• Ability to pass a background check, fingerprint clearance, and drug screen, where applicable for position.

You will be eligible for a comprehensive Total Rewards package, 1st of the month following 60 days of employment that includes the following:

• 5 Medical Plans
• Employer Funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• 3 Dental Plans
• Vision Plan
• 401K
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off; Sick and Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• These are just a few highlights of our key benefit offerings!

Become a valued member of an organization where good work meets community impact. Our mission is: Empowering Individuals, Strengthening Families, and Building Stronger Communities. Goodwill provides no-cost career development, training, and education services to help individuals build a better life for themselves and their families. Our core values are Trust, Collaboration, Engagement, Ownership, and Innovation. Everything we accomplish as a team is centered around these core values. Together, we create an inclusive and welcoming environment for each other. With stores conveniently located near you, you can work for a company where team strength and success are valued and encouraged. Join our team and gain opportunities for job growth at Goodwill and beyond.

Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race (including traits associated with race, e.g., hairstyles), color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, military status, age, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local fair employment practice laws.

Individuals with a disability may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or state or local laws. Please contact Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona at 1-833-624-0920 option 6 or leaves@goodwillaz.org if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

For questions about your application or employment with Goodwill of Central and Northern Arizona, please contact our Candidate Support Line at 1-833-624-0920, option 5.

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