Join us at the forefront of Amazons sustainability initiatives to work on environmental and social advancements to support Amazons long term worldwide sustainability strategy. At Amazon were working to be the most customer-centric company on earth. To get there we need exceptionally talented bright and driven people.
The Worldwide Sustainability (WWS) organization capitalizes on Amazons scale and speed to build a more resilient and sustainable company. We manage our social and environmental impacts globally and drive solutions that enable our customers businesses and the world to become more sustainable.
Amazon co-founded The Climate Pledge our commitment to reach net-zero carbon across our global operations by 2040. As part of the Worldwide Environment team Amazons Worldwide Carbon team is dedicated to working across the company with our business units to make operational changes to accelerate solutions and decarbonize our businesses in service of The Climate Pledge.
The Worldwide Carbon team is looking for a Carbon Inventory Manager to drive continuous improvement of the measurement and validation of carbon (aka greenhouse gas) emissions data. Your work will help Amazon measure its progress against The Climate Pledge and other reporting avenues.
The ideal candidate will be a carbon accounting subject matter expert with experience performing robust internal controls navigating large datasets and corralling multiple stakeholder groups around common objectives.
Key job responsibilities
- Serve as an internal subject matter expert on carbon accounting methodologies internal controls over sustainability reporting third-party assurance and sustainability disclosure requirements
- Develop and implement processes for supplier emissions data collection ensuring data integrity ease of reporting for suppliers and alignment with industry standards to track abatement opportunities and progress
- Contribute to the design and implementation of robust data collection processes internal controls and quality assurance procedures to ensure the integrity and reliability of sustainability data
- Support the third-party assurance preparation process by engaging data owners reviewing supporting documentation and implementing final data validation activities
- Prepare periodic carbon accounting reports dashboards and other communications to inform strategic decision-making and drive progress against sustainability goals
- Collaborate with sustainability and corporate communications teams to integrate carbon data into the companys broader sustainability reporting and decision making
- Participate in workshops and working sessions to align the organization on carbon accounting methodologies emissions reduction targets and reporting frameworks
About the team
Diverse Experiences:
World Wide Sustainability values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Inclusive Team Culture:
Its in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (inclusive diversity) conferences inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
Mentorship & Career Growth:
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
- Experience working cross-functionally with a wide breadth of stakeholders users engineers and leaders to generate buy-in
- Experience with data analysis tools such as Advanced Excel SQL Tableau Python
- Bachelors degree in environmental science sustainability accounting or a related field
- 10 years of experience in carbon accounting environmental management or financial accounting
- Experience with greenhouse gas accounting protocols standards and reporting frameworks (e.g. GHG Protocol ISO 14064)
- Masters degree in sustainability environmental management accounting or a related discipline
- Active Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license or certification in sustainability accounting/reporting
- Experience supporting external assurance engagements or internal reviews over sustainability metrics
- Knowledge of carbon offset insets renewable energy credit markets and other market-based instruments
- Ability to influence without authority and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex technical information for both technical and non-technical audiences
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
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The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience qualifications and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical dental vision prescription Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans EAP Mental Health Support Medical Advice Line Flexible Spending Accounts Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage) 401(k) matching paid time off and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at VA Arlington - 139500.00 - 188700.00 USD annually
USA WA Seattle - 139500.00 - 188700.00 USD annually