Impact Factor Factory Lead (m/f/d)

This role is critical for accelerating the internalization of impact factor creations. As requests from all segments have grown, the business case for the in-house team to lead the development of our impact factors is stronger than ever. There is a need of a dedicated manager who coordinates and leads the team and therefore this position will be pivotal in building that internal capability.

What would be your key responsibilities?

Impact factor creation leadership

• Oversee the development of generic emission factors using WFLDB and Ecoinvent databases.

• Lead the strategy for updating supply-specific emissions factors and deriving emissions factors from reviewed LCA outputs.

• Responsible for the development of most complex emission factors using the WFLDB and Ecoinvent databases.

Continuous Improvement and Innovation

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency to ensure internal development of impact factors remains significantly more cost effective and of higher quality than external alternatives.

• Link with LCA experts (internal and external) to make sure emerging environmental regulations, standards, and reporting requirements are applied

• Stay updated on advancements in LCA methodologies and tools, incorporating best practices into analyses.

• Stay informed about relevant environmental regulations, standards, and reporting requirements.

Data Accuracy & efficiency

• Review calculations of LCAs to ensure accuracy and consistency.

• Identifying data gaps or issues, escalation for support when needed, and working together with Mars sustainability leads & corporate team to address them.

Communication

• Engage with stakeholders across segments and corporate to gather necessary data and insights for LCA calculations.

• Collaborate closely with Segment Program Leads and R&D Sustainability Leads.

• Ability to work flexibly with globally dispersed teams and across different time zones.

What are we looking for?

• Degree in agronomy, engineering, data science and/or sustainability-related topic (Life Cycle Assessment, data management)

• Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a quantitative data analysis field, with at least 1.5 years in a life cycle assessment (LCA) accounting related role within a corporation.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on data accuracy and quality.

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and global stakeholders.

• Passion for sustainability and driving impactful environmental outcomes.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with over 140.000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.

• Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.

• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.

• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.