Posting ID:		26531
Position Type:		Temporary
City:		Vancouver, BC, Canada
Location:		Vancouver H/O - Canfor/CWPM_1000

You are highly skilled at inspiring and engaging individuals, teams, and executives, making effective communication a top priority. Your collaborative and innovative approach fosters a culture of teamwork, while your strategic thinking ensures a forward-looking perspective. Influential and persuasive, you are able to build connections across organizations and drive decarbonization.

As the Manager, Climate Change & Carbon, your role is pivotal in guiding leadership on climate-related priorities and leading external reporting on annual progress. With a focus on making Canfor a global leader in sustainability, you advocate for the role of the forest sector in achieving net zero. Additionally, you track global regulatory initiatives and policies related to climate change for relevance to Canfor’s operations. As a key member of the Environment & Sustainability leadership team, you contribute to the corporate ESG strategy and implement priority actions from the Climate Change Strategy, driving progress toward Canfor’s climate goals.

The life of the Manager, Climate Change & Carbon includes:

Guide Canfor’s leadership on climate change - related initiatives, priorities, or policy developments
Provide advice and technical guidance to internal stakeholders to build capacity in support of the ongoing decarbonization of Canfor’s operations and supply chain
Oversee annual corporate GHG (greenhouse gas) emission reporting and assurance process
Contribute content for annual climate change-related disclosures

For this role, ideally come equipped with:

Education in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
Relevant industrial, technical, or regulatory experience.
Ability to advance climate change related objectives while working with a variety of stakeholders and partners.
Ability to commit to a 15 month temporary contract

Preferably, you have a strong grasp of sustainability principles, including ethical, social, environmental, cultural, and economic dimensions in business. Ideal qualifications include knowledge of corporate emissions accounting with the GHG protocol, knowledge of decarbonization pathways, and familiarity with climate change policies across North America. Experience with climate scenario analysis, forest carbon, carbon offset projects, the Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) and familiarity with offset credit markets is advantageous, and a background in forestry is ideal.

The ideal location for this role is Vancouver; however, we remain receptive to applications from individuals in any Canfor location

The salary range for this position is: $118,000 - $147,500

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

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