Senior Sustainability Specialist - 1 Vacancy
To lead the day-to-day delivery of the company's sustainability strategy, taking ownership of ESG programmes, environmental reporting, customer sustainability engagement and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
The role will provide independent technical leadership and operational ownership for sustainability-related activities, including EcoVadis, carbon footprinting, sustainability reporting, customer assessments and environmental performance monitoring.
The position will work independently and collaboratively with Commercial, Procurement, EHS, Operations and Regulatory teams, influencing stakeholders and ensuring sustainability data, reporting and customer communications are accurate, robust and aligned with business objectives.
The role supports the Global Regulatory & Sustainability Director in delivering the company's sustainability commitments and responding to increasing customer and stakeholder expectations.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Own and lead the day-to-day delivery of the company's sustainability strategy, objectives and continuous improvement programmes across the business.
- Own sustainability data collection, validation and reporting processes, establishing robust governance, maintaining audit readiness and ensuring alignment with frameworks such as EcoVadis, UNGC and GRI.
- Lead environmental and sustainability performance reporting, including energy, greenhouse gas emissions, water, waste and other key ESG indicators, identifying trends, risks and improvement priorities.
- Lead Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions reporting and provide technical leadership for Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) activities.
- Own the day-to-day management of EcoVadis assessments and associated improvement plans, coordinating evidence, tracking actions and reporting performance against benchmarks.
- Act as the senior day-to-day sustainability contact for customers, suppliers and external assessment bodies, taking accountability for timely, accurate responses to ESG questionnaires, audits, responsible sourcing programmes and sustainability information requests.
- Provide authoritative sustainability advice to commercial teams and develop customer-facing communications, presentations and data that strengthen customer relationships and support business growth.
- Lead cross-functional sustainability initiatives with Operations, EHS, Procurement, Commercial and Regulatory teams, influencing priorities, resolving data or delivery gaps and embedding sustainability objectives into business processes.
- Monitor and interpret emerging sustainability regulations, reporting requirements and industry developments, assess business implications and recommend practical actions for compliance and implementation.
- Promote sustainability awareness throughout the organisation and contribute to internal and external sustainability communications.
Experience and Qualifications
- Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Chemistry or related discipline.
- Significant relevant experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental management or a related technical discipline, with evidence of independent ownership of complex programmes or reporting processes.
- Demonstrable experience managing, analysing and assuring complex environmental or sustainability data, including the establishment of effective governance and audit-ready evidence.
- Demonstrable experience leading sustainability reports, assessments, questionnaires or external disclosures and communicating technical information to customers and senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, organisational and project management skills, with the ability to set priorities, exercise sound judgement and deliver complex work independently.
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities, including confidence representing the company in customer, supplier and external assessment discussions.
- Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and business areas
- Experience managing EcoVadis assessments or similar sustainability rating programmes.
- Knowledge of GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN Global Compact, SECR or equivalent frameworks.
- Understanding of Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 carbon accounting methodologies.
- Experience with Product Carbon Footprints and/or Life Cycle Assessment methodologies.
- Experience within chemicals, materials, manufacturing or industrial sectors.
- Understanding of customer sustainability requirements and responsible sourcing programmes.
We offer a Workplace Pension Scheme via Legal & General, there is a 4% minimum employee contribution, the company will match your own contributions up to a maximum of 8%. We also allow employee Additional Voluntary Contributions to help you save for the future.
Private Medical Insurance (optional), Life Assurance and Income Protection are all included as contractual benefits with us, providing desired security where it matters most.
Application Deadline Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Vacancy Type Permanent/Full Time Positions Available 1 Job Summary
Job Purpose
To lead the day-to-day delivery of the company's sustainability strategy, taking ownership of ESG programmes, environmental reporting, customer sustainability engagement and continuous improvement initiatives across the business.
The role will provide independent technical leadership and operational ownership for sustainability-related activities, including EcoVadis, carbon footprinting, sustainability reporting, customer assessments and environmental performance monitoring.
The position will work independently and collaboratively with Commercial, Procurement, EHS, Operations and Regulatory teams, influencing stakeholders and ensuring sustainability data, reporting and customer communications are accurate, robust and aligned with business objectives.
The role supports the Global Regulatory & Sustainability Director in delivering the company's sustainability commitments and responding to increasing customer and stakeholder expectations.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Own and lead the day-to-day delivery of the company's sustainability strategy, objectives and continuous improvement programmes across the business.
- Own sustainability data collection, validation and reporting processes, establishing robust governance, maintaining audit readiness and ensuring alignment with frameworks such as EcoVadis, UNGC and GRI.
- Lead environmental and sustainability performance reporting, including energy, greenhouse gas emissions, water, waste and other key ESG indicators, identifying trends, risks and improvement priorities.
- Lead Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions reporting and provide technical leadership for Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) activities.
- Own the day-to-day management of EcoVadis assessments and associated improvement plans, coordinating evidence, tracking actions and reporting performance against benchmarks.
- Act as the senior day-to-day sustainability contact for customers, suppliers and external assessment bodies, taking accountability for timely, accurate responses to ESG questionnaires, audits, responsible sourcing programmes and sustainability information requests.
- Provide authoritative sustainability advice to commercial teams and develop customer-facing communications, presentations and data that strengthen customer relationships and support business growth.
- Lead cross-functional sustainability initiatives with Operations, EHS, Procurement, Commercial and Regulatory teams, influencing priorities, resolving data or delivery gaps and embedding sustainability objectives into business processes.
- Monitor and interpret emerging sustainability regulations, reporting requirements and industry developments, assess business implications and recommend practical actions for compliance and implementation.
- Promote sustainability awareness throughout the organisation and contribute to internal and external sustainability communications.
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Chemistry or related discipline.
- Significant relevant experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental management or a related technical discipline, with evidence of independent ownership of complex programmes or reporting processes.
- Demonstrable experience managing, analysing and assuring complex environmental or sustainability data, including the establishment of effective governance and audit-ready evidence.
- Demonstrable experience leading sustainability reports, assessments, questionnaires or external disclosures and communicating technical information to customers and senior stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, organisational and project management skills, with the ability to set priorities, exercise sound judgement and deliver complex work independently.
- Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities, including confidence representing the company in customer, supplier and external assessment discussions.
- Ability to work effectively across multiple functions and business areas
Desirable
- Experience managing EcoVadis assessments or similar sustainability rating programmes.
- Knowledge of GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN Global Compact, SECR or equivalent frameworks.
- Understanding of Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 carbon accounting methodologies.
- Experience with Product Carbon Footprints and/or Life Cycle Assessment methodologies.
- Experience within chemicals, materials, manufacturing or industrial sectors.
- Understanding of customer sustainability requirements and responsible sourcing programmes.
Benefits
We offer a Workplace Pension Scheme via Legal & General, there is a 4% minimum employee contribution, the company will match your own contributions up to a maximum of 8%. We also allow employee Additional Voluntary Contributions to help you save for the future.
Private Medical Insurance (optional), Life Assurance and Income Protection are all included as contractual benefits with us, providing desired security where it matters most.
About the Organisation
Tioxide manufactures premium-performance titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigments, marketed under the TIOXIDE and DELTIO brands, and supplied to customers worldwide across a range of essential applications.
Headquartered in Stockton-on-Tees in the UK, Tioxide combines more than 50 years of manufacturing heritage with advanced technical expertise, strong customer partnerships, and a commitment to continuous innovation.
As a wholly owned subsidiary of LB Group, the world’s leading TiO2 pigment and titanium sponge manufacturer, Tioxide is entering an exciting new chapter. As the business continues to evolve, we are welcoming new talent to help build on our strong heritage and contribute to our future success.
At Tioxide, you’ll have the chance to make a real impact in a business where people work together, take ownership, deliver on their commitments and continually look for better ways of doing things.
Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, you’ll be joining a business with a proud history, a supportive team and a clear vision for the future.
For more information, visit tioxide.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
