Sustainability Expert

Asahi Europe & International is part of Asahi Group Holdings, a global beer, spirits, soft drinks and food group with leading positions in European and Asia-Pacific markets, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Japan. As of November 2020, Asahi Europe & International Group runs 19 production facilities in 8 countries across Europe, and is the custodian of some of the best beer brands in the world, including Asahi Super Dry, Pilsner Urquell, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Grolsch and Kozel. Within the Asahi Group, the remit of Asahi Europe and International is also to develop and manage all export markets globally, outside of Japan and Oceania. Covering 90 markets and with over 10,000 passionate colleagues on board, the business is well positioned to inspire people around the world to drink better.

Sustainability Expert

The story of our legendary beers is still being told and we believe you have what it takes to let it live on for generations more…

Join Asahi Europe & International and become our new Sustainability Expert.

Long story short, as a part of Preeti Srivastav´s team your main mission will be to establish, implement and manage all activities linked to the Sustainability Framework in line with the overall AEI Sustainability strategy.

Act as subject matter expert and coordinate all Sustainability related topics, coordinating on both internal & external sustainability communication.

More Specifically, You Will Be Trusted To

• Create, implement and maintain the regional implementation plans on Scope 1& 2 and drive Scope 3 Sustainability Framework in line with the overall AEI Sustainability strategy.
• Represent sustainability in AEI/Hub and markets forums/projects and engage with relevant subject matter experts from other functions.
• Establish a solid Sustainability awareness by developing training materials, delivering training sessions and communicating efficiently to ensure Sustainability framework is understood and lived by all markets.
• Work closely on sustainability internal & external communication and coordinate with all 3rd party sustainability target & commitment platforms.
• Align relevant Policy procedures and ways of working for Supply chain, marketing, HR, Procurement with Sustainability Framework.
• Work closely with Hub sustainability lead and support the Sustainability Framework implementation
• Coordinate concrete sustainability initiatives at category / country level, monitor progress of projects and provide frequent status reports to sustainability Leadership Team, ensuring no duplication of effort and proper best practice sharing.
• Act as change ambassador by working closely with category teams and other stakeholders, actively identifying opportunities for continuous improvement for sustainability
• Act as subject matter expert for Sustainability related topics, especially scope 3 (agriculture, transportation, cooling, packaging). Review internal / external data to understand latest trends / developments in terms of Sustainability practice, introduce proven concepts / best practices in the company.
• Be sole point of contact for 3rd party consultancy firms, NGO`s and other stakeholder in respect to Sustainability related topics.
• Deliver against Sustainability targets/KPIs, monitor & track results, initiate actions in case of deviations.

Do you have what it takes?

• University degree, preferably in Business related field (Master degree preferred)
• Proficiency in English
• 6-10 years of professional experience, whereof 5+ years in Sustainability
• Stakeholder management experience (working with both internal & external stakeholders)
• 3+ years of experience in project management
• Understanding of basic sustainability concepts – Scope 1, 2,3-– Electricity, Heat, water, waste, Transportation, Packaging, Cooling + Regulations/policies around these topics
• Knowledge of external climate landscape – NGO’s, platforms

What can you expect from us in exchange?

• We will acknowledge your passionate and dedicated work by annual bonus and regular salary review.
• You can look forward to 28 days off every year to recharge your batteries.
• As we are firm believers in a flexible way of working, don‘t expect a time clock in our office. You can even work up to 50 % of time from your own home
• Every year you will get a flexible benefits budget to spend based on your preferences.
• We‘d support you in planning your future so we will contribute to your pension plan, too.
• Beside the opportunity to work for some of the TOP brands within FMCG, you will also receive an annual budget to savour the delicious taste of our company products.
• Growth is our magic ingredient and key to your success so we will carefully see to your further career development. You can also benefit from working in a highly skilled team and exposure to senior leadership from all over the globe.

So, are you our future legacy? Send us your CV in English and let’s find out!

Is this role not the quite one you are looking for? Check our other openings at asahiinternational.com/careers and don´t forget to follow us on LinkedIn

Contact

Asahi Europe and International

Vera Karlova