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Sustainability Solutions Manager

Sustainability Solutions Manager - (231704137)

Description

Job Title: Sustainability Solutions Manager

Who is Just Energy?

Established in 1997, Just Energy is a retail energy provider specializing in electricity and natural gas commodities and bringing energy efficient solutions and renewable energy options to customers. Currently operating in the United States and Canada, Just Energy serves residential and commercial customers. Just Energy is the parent company of Amigo Energy, Filter Group Inc., Hudson Energy, Interactive Energy Group, Tara Energy, and Terrapass.

Just Energy is proud to be named Best Electricity Company in Houston. The 2021 Best of the Best competition, presented by the Houston Chronicle, recognizes some of the city’s best businesses as determined by community choice. Visit our website to learn more: www.justenergy.com

Who is Terrapass?

Terrapass, a member of Just Energy Group, works towards a more sustainable planet by pursuing solutions to climate change. We support projects globally that destroy greenhouse gases, produce renewable energy, and restore freshwater ecosystems. Our products and services provide individuals and businesses with the ability to offset the environmental impact of their everyday activities. Terrapass is a registered trade name of Just Energy Advanced Solutions LLC.

Opportunity Summary:

As Sustainability Solutions Manager

For Terrapass you will:

o Support the design and delivery of environmental products for all sales channels and clients

o Serve as an environmental products resource on carbon emission calculations, carbon offsetting practices and carbon offset project characteristics

o Maintain pricing models, position forecasts, and financial forecasts

For Just Energy you will

o Manage the Stat Rewards program for all brands

o Support voluntary green projects and audits

o Evaluate and lead efforts to expand Just Energy’s Sustainable Products & Services

Reports to SVP, Sustainable Products & Services

Key Responsibilities:

Carbon Footprinting

o Develop and maintain expertise in carbon foot-printing best practices

o Maintain and enhance Terrapass carbon foot-printing models and tools

o Support the development of new carbon footprinting models for Terrapass sales channels and external clients

Environmental Product Management, Design and Pricing

o Coordinate with Supply to manage carbon offset inventory, costs, and availability in Terrapass product and sales systems

o Lead the completion of annual Green-e offset and REC audits, and provide Terrapass reporting for the annual Grant Thornton green audit

o Maintain pricing matrices for brokers and custom commercial proposals

o Prepare custom project and pricing proposals for commercial clients

o Support the development of new carbon offset products for internal sales channels and for external clients to offset the carbon emissions of target customer groups or products

o Adjust product content and pricing in response to changes in carbon offset costs and emission factors

o Manage BI reporting on consumer product KPIs including product revenue, sales volume, COGS, and gross margin

o Prepare analyses on market trends, customer characteristics, costs, and regulatory issues to enhance competitiveness, optimize risk exposure and improve performance

Carbon Offset Project Expertise

o Develop and maintain knowledge of carbon offset industry rules including project registries, methodologies, and quality standards

o Perform due diligence on projects purchased by Terrapass

o Prepare project information for marketing and sales teams

Customer Thermostat Rewards Program

o Manage relationship with demand response partner, working to maximize customer participation and optimize results

o Coordinate cross-functional program communications and operations

o Identify opportunities to increase enrolments and expand footprint

Sustainable Products & Services

o Support annual Just Green audit

o Analyze opportunities for product and services expansion, creating financial models for evaluations, and leading cross functional projects

Desired Background:

At least 5-7 years of experience in relevant role
Experience in sustainability, renewable energy, or environmental roles
Knowledge of environmental products including carbon offsets and RECs
Ability to perform carbon footprint calculations with large data sets
Ability to understand the scientific methodologies of different carbon offset projects and advise internal teams and external clients on the different methods
Ability to lead cross functional projects
Experience with demand response programs
Familiarity with trends in sustainability including policy, operations, and reporting
Commitment to ensuring that Terrapass adheres to leading environmental practices
Dedicated to customer service and providing timely solutions to client needs
Strong interpersonal skills

Works effectively on a team composed of people with diverse backgrounds

Capable of speaking to all levels of an organization, specifically sustainability leaders, general managers, etc.

Strong work ethic with willingness to work extended hours

Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, environmental science, sustainability, or related field

Benefits:

Just Energy offers a robust benefits plan for staff members, as well as Employee Assistance Programs that offer a wealth of tools and resources to enrich the employee experience. The company also provides a number of cost-free, self-development courses for those that wish to build on their skills and competencies. In addition, a variety of awards offer another opportunity to recognize and reward employees.

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