Sustainability Analyst

Who are we?

Burnbrae Farms is a 6TH generation Canadian family-owned company that is operated today by the 4th generation of the Hudson family. We are proud to be one of Canada's leading egg processors with farms, grading stations and processing operations across the country.

Today, Burnbrae has grown into the leading egg processor in Canada, with an attractive consumer brand and value-added products that include Egg Creations, Simple Egg Whites, EGG Bakes, EGG Bites and EGGS2go. We partner with 400 local egg farmers across the country and we operate in five provinces; including British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Quebec and Ontario with 6 farms, 2 distribution centres, 8 grading stations, 3 processing plants grading, boiling, cooking and shipping eggs across Canada. With a bright future and ambitious plans, the company continues to grow nation-wide and currently employs over 1700 passionate, dedicated employees.

Role: Permanent Full time Sustainability Analyst

Department: Corporate Social Responsibility

Location: Matheson – Hybrid

Start Date: ASAP

Role Reports to: Director, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Community Investment

Overview:

We are looking for a Sustainability Analyst to join our team, reporting to the Director, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR/Sustainability) and Community Investment. If you are a self-motivated individual who thrives on collaboration and is eager to expand your expertise and contribute to various sustainability-led projects, this role is an exciting opportunity for you.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Sustainability Strategy: Collaborate with the Director, Sustainability, and other teams to implement various sustainability initiatives (i.e., annual Sustainability Reporting and employee engagement campaigns).
• Analyze customer sustainability requirements and disclosure requests. Work with the business to provide data to complete audits/surveys and improve the data collection process.
• Provide project management support on Burnbrae's sustainability initiatives.
• Conduct research and analysis on sustainability topics.
• Develop metrics and KPIs to measure outcomes against internal objectives and external benchmarks.
• Track and report on the progress of sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure Burnbrae is disclosing ESG activities in a manner consistent with industry leadership.
• Support the Director of CSR in delivering the CSR strategy and key goals while advancing reporting and disclosure activities to meet customer requests and deliver on best practices.
• ESG Data Collection and Assurance: Lead in ESG data collection, ensuring data quality and completeness for reporting. Manage all sustainability-related datasets, KPI tracking, and progress towards sustainability goals.
• Participate in third-party ESG data assurance processes to ensure accuracy and transparency
• Execute tasks such as obtaining energy, waste, water and refrigerant data from each site and inputting it into software (Metrio), ensuring accuracy and completeness for customer requests and external reporting purposes.
• Prepare data for the annual Sustainability Report.
• Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Accounting: Lead the annual carbon footprinting exercise for internal and external reporting by working with the external consultant firm.
• Synthesize data analysis into key messages for relevant audiences.
• Assist in donation and volunteer grant tracking.
• Assist the Director of Sustainability with the planning and execution of employee community investment activities throughout the year.
• Update annual benchmarks by monitoring evolving global responsibility best practices and industry standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in the ESG/Sustainability space (2-3 years).
• Education: A degree in finance/accounting, environmental science/studies, sustainability, Business or a related field.
• Familiarity with energy data collection systems and/or ESG data software.
• Proven experience in analyzing and manipulating large data sets.
• Technical proficiency with sustainability benchmarks, standards, and frameworks such as CDP Project management skills are preferred.
• Well-organized and self-motivated, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills for data collection and reporting challenges.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to build rapport with colleagues and achieve outcomes through influence.
• Passion for ESG initiatives and a commitment to driving performance improvement in sustainability practices.
• Some travel within Ontario may be required. Own vehicle is preferred.

BENEFITS:

• Extended Health Care
• Vision Care
• Dental Care
• Employee and Family Assistance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Company Pension Plan

Remember… When you join us, you don't just work for us – YOU ARE PART OF THE FAMILY.

**Burnbrae Farms welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process. Should you require accommodation during any part of the selection process please let the recruiter know.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Store discount
• Vision care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mississauga, ON L4W 2R8