Senior Director of Sustainability

About the position Responsibilities

• Direct and lead the development and execution of all sustainability processes, programs and strategic initiatives within the cooperative.
• Direct development implementation and management of initiatives that improve the sustainability of CROPP's member farms.
• Strategy design, execution, and oversight for modelling, collecting, and managing farm emissions data.
• Serve as technical lead for CROPP's climate smart farming initiatives.
• Track and manage the Cooperative's annual Greenhouse Gas Emissions, including Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions.
• Utilize data-driven insights to make informed decisions that drive business growth and innovation.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and CROPP Executives to define and refine CROPPs strategic vision on sustainability goals.
• Foster a culture of collaboration cross-departmentally on broader sustainability initiatives beyond farm sustainability.
• Partner with researchers regarding the environmental impacts of organic farming practices.
• Oversee CROPP's industry sustainability partnerships and sponsorships.
• Quarterly reporting on Farm Sustainability program metrics.
• Align Sustainability team priorities and projects with cross functional departments as appropriate.
• Identify and develop cross-industry project teams to meet sustainability objectives.
• Manage sustainability consultants and vendors.
• Attend and as appropriate lead senior management meetings.
• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in agricultural sciences, environmental science, biology, sustainability or similar field with 7+ years of relevant experience.
• At least 3 years' experience with direct supervision of employees.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, decision-making, and financial analysis.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
• In-depth knowledge of industry trends, organic farming systems and organic certification requirements, including dairy, required.
• Expertise in climate smart farming practices, including on farm renewables, energy efficiency, manure management, and soil health a must.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of Life Cycle Analysis desired.
• Understanding of state and national energy programs and funding sources preferred.
• Experience leading sustainability and enterprise level projects required.
• Exceptional presentation and communication skills required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required, including the ability to communicate effectively with farmers and business stakeholders.
• Strong analysis, strategic thinking, creative thinking, team leadership, planning, organizing, problem solving skills.
• Amiable, engaging with the ability to lead, motivate and inspire groups required.
• Collaborative individual who consistently demonstrates a constructive and proactive approach.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be willing to travel up to 20% of the time. Nice-to-haves
• Create, manage and oversight of federal grants and sustainability sub-department budgets.
• Analyze financial data to assess the impact of strategic decisions on the company's bottom line.
• Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as needed to achieve financial targets.
• Develop and advance Sustainability messaging and communication to both internal and external audiences.
• Advocacy for industry best practices and contribute to shaping standards and regulations through representation of Cropp Cooperative in industry forums, conferences, and networking events.
• Act as central point of contact for all the Cooperative's sustainability requests for information and reporting.
• Direct and manage the Farm Sustainability team, programs and initiatives.
• Offer guidance and resources to promote the achievement and growth of direct reports.
• Manage the staff performance through evaluating, providing timely feedback, training and coaching, and recommending personnel actions for assigned staff.
• Ensure compliance with policies, safety procedures, and fair employment practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Insurance - Choice of plans for you and your family, including some that can be paired with an HSA (which CROPP contributes to on your behalf).
• Supplemental insurances: we offer accidental insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Time Off - 136 hours in the 1st year of employment prorated by start date. Plus 9 paid holidays, plus one floating holiday to use at will.
• 6 Weeks Paid Parental Leave - For all gendered partners in childbirth or adoption.
• Vision & Dental Insurance - Free annual eye exam, discounts on glasses/contacts, flexible dental network, adult ortho.
• 401k - We match 100% up to the first 3% of an employee's contribution, and then 50% for 3.1%-5.0% of employee contributions.
• Free services at five local Neighborhood Family Clinics.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $1,500 per year to support continuing higher education.
• Life Insurance - $50,000 policy funded by CROPP for each employee. Supplemental voluntary coverage available for employees, spouses, and children.
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D Insurance - $50,000 of life insurance coverage of $50,000 of AD&D coverage funded by CROPP for each employee.
• Employee Assistance Program - Free and Confidential for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Free onsite fitness centers available 24/7.
• Free biometric screenings (cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure) and health coaching.
• Financial advisors and seminars.
• Annual $360 Lifestyle Spending Account.
• Flexible Scheduling.
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