Sustainability Sr Specialist

Company: Aramark
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Job Description
As the Sustainability Manager you will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of our sustainability strategy. There will be specific emphasis on waste reduction, single-use reduction, carbon reduction, sustainable and diverse procurement, implementing sustainable practices, collaborating with functional departments to tell the sustainability story to our guests and clients, and building a culture of sustainability.
COMPENSATION: The salary rate for this position ranges from $59,750 to $98,588 depending on circumstances including an applicant's skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities

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  Builds a culture of sustainability that engagements both salaried and hourly team members
  
  
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  Implements a comprehensive sustainability program for dining and catering operations
  
  
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  Drives the food services' zero waste roadmap timeline, execution, and collective accountability (project management skills)
  
  
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  Responsible for the zero-waste roadmap's continuous improvement based on industry insights
  
  
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  Engage managers to develop, implement and manage creative sustainability initiatives.
  
  
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  Provides guiding leadership regarding sustainability to operations team - bolstering success
  
  
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  Work with operations team on energy and water conservation initiatives.
  
  
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  Creates and facilities on-going sustainability training for management and hourly employees.
  
  
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  Develops and facilitates workshops, content and meetings regarding sustainability
  
  
  Qualifications
  
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    Knowledge of and experience with social and environmental matters, including interconnected issues; understands business and operations of large food company.
    
    
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    Inquisitive mind set with strong analytical abilities. Strategic thinker looking outside to bring new approaches to continually improve internal effectiveness.
    
    
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    Highly analytical, ability to synthesize information and offer recommendations/solutions.
    
    
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    Ability to work independently and manage multi-stakeholder engagement from vision to implementation.
    
    
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    Ability to communicate and facilitate dialogue with those holding diverse and opposing views, by finding common ground and identifying opportunities to move forward. Courage and conviction in managing difficult conversations.
    
    
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    Resilient, and able to adapt to challenges, identify underlying concerns, share ideas and develop effective responses or elevate to higher management.
    
    
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    Demonstrated ability to work across complex organizations.
    
    
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    Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
    
    
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    Organized with a strong attention to detail and follow through.
    
    
    Education
    Masters preferred
    Minimum 5 years experience
    About Aramark
    Our Mission
    Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
    At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
    About Aramark
    The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .
    Aramark is an EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION employer - Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
    Aramark will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance ordinance.

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