Climate Manager

Role Overview

We are looking for a Climate Manager to join our Group Sustainability team, with a primary focus on climate action, decarbonisation, and energy transition across the Group’s operations and supply chains. This role will suit a high-calibre individual looking to develop deep expertise in emissions management and decarbonisation strategy, with a strong interest in climate action, GHG accounting, and energy transition.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of climate and environmental stewardship activities, supporting the delivery of the Group’s Climate Action Plan and decarbonisation initiatives. It involves regular interaction with senior management and cross-functional stakeholders, providing an excellent platform for a long-term career in climate and sustainability leadership.

Business Overview

Established in 1783, ED&F Man is an agricultural commodities merchant with 2,800 people in 43 countries and annual revenue in excess of $8bn. We trade sugar, coffee, molasses, animal feed and fish oils. Corporate responsibility is ingrained in our culture. We are passionate about sustainable production, take care to limit the environmental impact of our operations and actively support the communities in which we work.

Key Accountabilities

• Own and maintain the Group’s Climate Action Plan and Decarbonization and Energy Transition plans.
• Develop and lead implementation of decarbonization strategy for ED&F Man facilities and supply chain.
• In collaboration with the Head of HSEQ ensure accurate calculation of GHG emissions owning and maintaining the GHG inventory and methodologies.
• Lead the calculation of Scope 3 emissions, implement measurement frameworks in the Scope 3 calculations software, and advise businesses on improving data registration. Collaborate with IT to enhance data collection and formally approve data entries.
• Ensure data accuracy and completeness before uploading in the Scope 3 calculation software.
• Develop and execute a stakeholder engagement plan to gather primary emissions data and identify decarbonization opportunities.
• Manage and report on climate-related risks and opportunities.
• Provide verified information for the Group’s reports.
• Lead the Group’s Technical Workstream on ‘Environmental Stewardship – Energy and Emissions’ including setting action plans and ensuring results are met.