Holman is a family-owned, global automotive services organization anchored by our deeply rooted core values and principles that have enabled us to continue Driving What’s Right throughout the last century. Our teams deliver the Holman Experience by treating our customers and each other as we would like to be treated, and creating positive, rewarding relationships all around.
The automotive markets Holman serves include fleet management and leasing; vehicle fabrication and upfitting; component manufacturing and productivity solutions; powertrain distribution and logistics services; commercial and personal insurance and risk management; and retail automotive sales as one of the largest privately owned dealership groups in the United States.
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Strategic and operational execution role responsible for developing, implementing, and managing sustainability initiatives that align with an organization’s environmental, social, and economic goals.
Recommend and lead the creation of sustainability strategies, long and short term, and climate-related programs, including GHG emissions reduction, water conservation, waste management, and renewable energy initiatives
Synthesize complex sustainability data and insights into compelling narratives and visualizations that drive stakeholder understanding, decision making and action
Translate complex sustainability and ESG concepts into clear, digestible value statements that resonate with diverse audiences and support informed engagement
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners for data collection, assessment and integration of sustainable practices
Develop and maintain valuation models, forecasts and KPIs to track progress, prepare dashboards, and report to senior leadership
Research and stay abreast of changes to international protocols, policies, and standards.
Ensure adherence to environmental laws, regulations, and industry standards; stay updated on global sustainability trends and best practices
Manage sustainability projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with organizational priorities
Identify, apply for sustainability initiatives
Review and advise on client proposed contractual ESG agreements
Support coordination, facilitation and execution of Holman internal employee engagement activities for sustainability
Present Holman’s sustainability philosophy, plans, actions and KPIs to internal and external parties, as needed
Perform all other duties and special projects as assigned
Required Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field
5+ years in sustainability or environmental program management across multiple functions
Excellent project management, data analysis, and program development
Strong attention to detailed, ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines including complex datasets and narratives
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Strong interpersonal and leadership coordinating cross functional inputs, setting strategic direction
Ability to work independently, managing multiple priorities
Knowledge of renewable energy, carbon offsets and other market-based mechanisms
Experience in completing emissions and ESG assessments
Hands-on experience supporting or managing external sustainability or climate disclosures.
Strong ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements
Proficiency in data analysis tools and software such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, etc.
Preferred Education & Experience:
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong ability to engage with clients and prospects on environmental interests and requests
Familiarity assessing proposed client contracts for environmental goals and requests
Experience with EnergyCap and Workiva systems
Experience collaborating with third party verification vendors
Experience with managing global environmental best practices and regulations
Vendor relationship management
Planning/Organizing/Managerial Knowledge:
Ensures that project milestones and goals are met and adhering to approved budgets
Extensive knowledge of department processes
Contributes to the development of vision and strategy
Works with other leaders to develop a common departmental vision or strategy
Adapts area/departmental plans and priorities to address business and operational challenges
Anticipates future needs and work
Promotes efficiencies through process improvements
Formulates several possible solutions or courses of action to achieve results
Identifies and resolves technical, operational and organizational problems
Assesses risk and urgency at organizational level to plan and prioritize work effectively across various departments, delegating when appropriate
Overcomes obstacles in striving to achieve long-term, positive, sustainable results
Adjusts quickly to new or changing work environment
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead others across organization to complete key projects
Influences or provides input to forecasting and planning resources; must adhere to allocated budget
Decisions are guided by policies (internal, state, federal and international), procedures and department or business plan; receives guidance from Director
Communicating & Influencing Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Responsible and accountable for the communication process
Able to clearly articulate the company’s priorities, strategic priorities and business goals
Communicates departmental vision or strategy in terms of impact on the organization
Excellent interpersonal, counseling, negotiation, and customer service skills
Actively solicit feedback; share and address; adjust plans as necessary; follow through
Breaks down barriers between groups by representing all sides and facilitates information exchanges as needed
Asks questions to challenge others’ thinking and to gain agreement
Keeps everyone affected by results well informed about projects
Anticipates and interprets customer needs to identify solutions
Strong presentation skills
Interaction with others requires understanding, influencing and supporting people, through applying technical knowledge or rational arguments, aimed at causing action or acceptance by others
Outputs:
Creating and proposing organizational environmental goals and implementation plans
Successfully leading, or executing, the implementation and ongoing management of sustainable programs and features
Completing industry, judicial and client specific ESG assessments and compliance reporting
Ensuring data integrity and reporting within utility, carbon, electric and emissions tracking systems
Acting as organizational SME for ESG topics communicating with internal partners, senior leaders and clients
Managing vendors in relation to sustainability needs
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At Holman, we exist to provide rewarding careers and better lives for employees and their families. We hire, train, empower, and reward exceptional people. Our journey is guided by our desire to get it right every time and the acknowledgement that we have an opportunity to be better. To be better, we have to do better, and to do better we must know better. That’s why we are listening, open to learning new things – about ourselves and each other. We will never stop striving for improved diversity, equity, and inclusion because we are successful together when we feel trusted and supported. It’s The Holman Way.
At Holman, your total compensation goes beyond your paycheck. To position you for success and provide a rewarding career and better life for you and your family, Holman is proud to offer you the benefits you deserve; including protection against illness, disability, loss of work, or preparation for retirement. Below is a brief overview of the programs available to full-time employees (programs may vary by country or worker type):
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Health Insurance
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Vision Insurance
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Dental Insurance
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Life and Disability Insurance
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Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
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Employee Assistance Program
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401(k) plan with Company Match
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
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Paid Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty
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Paid Pregnancy/Parental leave
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Paid Military Leave
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Tuition Reimbursement
Benefits:
Regular Full-Time
We offer excellent benefits including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance, and 401(k) with company match. Our time off benefits include Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, bereavement, and jury duty. In addition, we offer paid pregnancy and parental leave, and supplemental paid military leave to eligible employees.
Temporary or Part-Time
In geographic areas with statutory paid sick leave, part-time and temporary employees will receive a paid sick leave benefit that meets the mandated requirements.
Pay:
We offer competitive wages that are commensurate with job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and geographic location, starting in the range of $87,550.00 - $124,755.00 USD annually for full time employees. The annual compensation range is comprised of base pay earnings.
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