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BALENCIAGA - Environmental Impact Manager (F/M)

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Kering

25d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Engineering
    Sustainability
  • Paris
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AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, 4+ years in environmental sustainability, strong communication and project management skills, and proficiency in MS Office. English fluency is essential; Italian/French preferred.
  • You will define climate strategies, manage data for environmental reporting, monitor performance, implement impact reduction initiatives, oversee tool development, and engage retail teams in sustainability efforts.

Requirements

  • Engineering or Master’s degree in a relevant field of study (environmental and/or Climate science, Supply Chain/Operations management & CSR/Sustainability).
  • A professional with at least 4 years in professional positions related to environmental sustainability within an operational role, including technical experience conducting environmental footprints, life cycle assessment (LCA), or supply chain environmental impact analysis.
  • A person with a strong communication and leadership, excellent analytical and project management skills and deep understanding of textile, fashion, or luxury production processes and supply chains.
  • Proficiency in MS Office and data mining tools is essential.
  • An expert fluent in English. Working proficiency in Italian and French is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Define & contribute to formulating Balenciaga’s climate strategy and cross-functional project management with concrete initiatives to decarbonize the House's activities and reduce our global environmental footprint.
  • In charge of collecting data for the environmental reporting for both own operations and value chain scopes in close collaboration with the operations and finance department, suppliers, and Kering corporate teams. In close cooperation with Kering, continuously transform and improve the process of collecting raw materials and product information.
  • You define & monitor environmental performance within the House (material consumption, energy consumption, products, EP&L, …). Carry out & propose granular impact assessments, down to the product level, within each business line then, you highlight solutions.
  • Identify cross-functional opportunities, including building business cases, to decarbonize and reduce impact according to emission sources (raw materials, process, transport, etc.) and you define the proper strategy to adopt.
  • Measure the implementation of concrete impact reduction initiatives, such as sourcing practices, waste management, renewable energy, recycling, pollution reduction, and pollution prevention. Then, you define the proper strategy, present it and convince to implement it.
  • In collaboration with IT, oversee the development of tools (PLM features, LCA tools, etc.) and solutions leveraging the environmental data collection to ensure the data’s integrity and robustness. Transform data into impact-scenario tools for the design and development teams and engaging, informative support for the retail population.
  • Consolidate and deliver the data and information needed for extra-financial reporting to meet regulatory obligations (French AGEC legislation, EPR, European PEF, etc.) and improve the Group’s and House’s rankings of rating platforms.
  • Create and manage the environmental impact programs in Balenciaga stores and sites worldwide, you are an ambassador and make sure the communication is followed.
  • Sustain and reinforce the Retail Sustainability engagement program. Monitor relevant retail KPIs and engage with the teams, ensuring that our retail population becomes impact ambassadors who deliver our sustainability message to our clients.
  • You manage an intern.

FAQs

What is the role of the Environmental Impact Manager at Balenciaga?

The Environmental Impact Manager oversees Balenciaga’s environmental performance and reporting, develops, implements, and monitors environmental strategies aimed at reducing carbon footprint and promoting sustainable development.

What qualifications are required for the Environmental Impact Manager position?

Candidates should have an Engineering or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as environmental and/or climate science, supply chain/operations management, or CSR/sustainability. Additionally, a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in environmental sustainability is required.

What responsibilities does the Environmental Impact Manager have regarding data collection?

The manager is responsible for collecting data for environmental reporting in collaboration with the operations and finance departments, suppliers, and Kering corporate teams, as well as continuously transforming the data collection process.

What kind of experience is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should have technical experience in conducting environmental footprints, life cycle assessments (LCA), or supply chain environmental impact analysis, along with strong communication, leadership, analytical, and project management skills.

Is knowledge of multiple languages preferred for this position?

Yes, fluency in English is essential, and working proficiency in Italian and French is preferred.

What is the job type for this position?

The job type is regular, full-time.

When is the expected start date for the Environmental Impact Manager?

The expected start date is February 3, 2025.

Who does the Environmental Impact Manager report to?

The Environmental Impact Manager reports to the Global Sustainability Director.

Will the Environmental Impact Manager be involved in training others?

Yes, the manager will sustain and reinforce the Retail Sustainability engagement program and monitor relevant retail KPIs while engaging with teams to promote sustainability.

What is Balenciaga's stance on diversity in the workplace?

Balenciaga is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and believes that diversity enriches the workplace and client experience. They welcome all applications and select talents based on competencies in alignment with brand behaviors.

Retail Luxury Goods and Jewelry

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1963
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Kering is a global luxury group based in the UK that operates a portfolio of iconic luxury fashion, accessories, and lifestyle brands. Their ultimate mission is to empower imagination and creativity while fostering sustainable and responsible growth within the luxury industry. Kering's purpose revolves around promoting innovation, craftsmanship, and artistic expression in the world of fashion and luxury goods, while also driving positive change in terms of environmental and social sustainability. Through their brands, Kering aims to offer exceptional products and experiences while leading the way towards more ethical and sustainable practices in the luxury sector.