Global Sustainability Director, Logistics

We’re seeking a dynamic Director to lead our journey toward a sustainable, low‑carbon future in logistics. The role will craft a strategic roadmap to transform transportation and warehousing, set ambitious CO₂ reduction targets, and spearhead decarbonization initiatives.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategy & Roadmap Development – develop a global logistics sustainability strategy for transportation and warehousing, define CO₂ reduction targets aligned with corporate climate goals, and create a decarbonization roadmap focusing on technology adoption and operational optimization.
• Emissions Measurement & Baseline Creation – establish a baseline for Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions using recognized methodologies, collaborate with Climate/Sustainability teams for accurate data models and reporting, and implement global data collection processes and KPIs to monitor emissions.
• Decarbonization Opportunity Assessment – identify CO₂ reduction initiatives such as route optimisation, alternative fuels and warehouse energy efficiency, and conduct cost‑benefit assessments to support decision‑making.
• Procurement Partnership – integrate sustainability criteria into RFPs and contracts with logistics providers and co‑lead supplier engagement programs for CO₂ reduction.
• Implementation & Program Delivery – lead global implementation of sustainability initiatives from development to execution, and manage governance structures with Procurement, Logistics and Sustainability teams.
• Cross‑Functional Stakeholder Engagement – act as a subject‑matter expert on logistics decarbonisation, collaborate with external partners and communicate progress to executives.

Key Skills and Experience

• Over a decade of experience in global supply chain, logistics or sustainability roles.
• Expertise in designing sustainability programmes and understanding carbon drivers.
• Experience with Scope 3 emissions, GHG Protocol and carbon accounting tools.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional programmes and strong analytical skills.
• Familiarity with digital tools for logistics data and emissions measurement.
• Passion for sustainability and knowledge of global regulatory expectations.

Behaviours & Leadership Attributes

• Strategic thinker who can execute plans.
• Pragmatic operator delivering measurable results.
• Strong collaborator who inspires and influences across functions.
• Data‑driven and comfortable challenging assumptions.

Success Measures

• Establishment of a validated logistics emissions baseline.
• Achievement of CO₂ reduction targets.
• Deployment of decarbonisation initiatives.
• Inclusion of sustainability KPIs in contracts.
• Improved reporting accuracy and stakeholder engagement.

Location

The position is based in London, UK and relocation support is not offered.

Benefits

• Family Care Leave – enhanced paid leave options.
• Insurance – life and disability insurance for all colleagues.
• Well‑being – resources and benefits for physical and mental health.
• Colleague Discount – generous discount from day 1.
• Bonus – rewarded through a bonus scheme when targets are met.
• Hybrid work policy – average of 3 days per week in the office.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The LEGO Group is highly committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay and seeks to encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for roles in our team.