Program Lead, Corporate Sustainability

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. JOB INPUTS 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 Remains resilient in the face of challenges, rebounding quickly from setbacks Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Excellent time management skills, with a proven ability to meet deadlines Prioritizes projects and resources to align with strategic goals 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 Brings forth key information & recommendations to leadership for addressing legislation that may affect our business 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 p