Sustainability Specialist

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colourful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. We are currently looking for a Sustainability Specialist to join us at our facility in Glen Mills, PA . The Sustainability Specialist plays a key role in advancing the organization’s global sustainability program. This corporate-level position is responsible for drafting annual submissions to key sustainability raters and rankers and working to identify process and score improvement opportunities. This role also supports the calculation and documentation of the company’s GHG inventory and the maintenance of accurate ESG data, documentation and systems. The Sustainability Specialist works with cross-functional teams to support responses to a variety of ESG inquiries to ensure consistent, high quality ESG reporting and disclosures across the organization. Key responsibilities: ESG Data & Process Management: Support the collection, calculation and documentation of ESG data, including the company’s GHG Inventory. Raters/Rankers Management: Draft annual submissions for sustainability raters and rankers (e.g., CDP, EcoVadis,) and support improved ESG scoring by identifying actionable gaps and collaborating on process enhancements. GHG Inventory Documentation: Maintain and update the GHG Inventory Management Plan, ensuring internal procedures and assumptions are well-documented and aligned with relevant standards. Disclosure Support: Assist in the development of the annual Sustainability Report and regulatory disclosures including CSRD. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve ESG data management and reporting processes. Collaborate with manager and other stakeholders to implement improvement. ESG Inquiry Response: Support the response to internal and external ESG-related inquiries by facilitating with internal stakeholders, with support from manager. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to gather information and support ESG initiatives. Additional ESG Support: Provide support for evolving ESG-related activities as needed, adapting to changes in regulatory requirements, customer expectations and the broader ESG landscape. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Finance, Supply Chain, Environmental Science, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics or other related field . Minimum of 1+ years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability, environmental reporting, data management, sustainability compliance, or related disciplines. Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting sustainability or ESG-related data. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Proficiency with data management tools. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a collaborative environment. Preferred Qualifications 3 to 5+ years of experience in sustainability, ESG reporting, corporate responsibility, environmental compliance, or related areas. Experience supporting sustainability reporting frameworks and regulatory disclosures. Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects with limited supervision. Experience partnering with cross-functional teams to collect, validate, and analyze sustainability metrics. Advanced data analysis and reporting capabilities. Position Level: This position may be filled at varying levels based on the selected candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, and demonstrated capabilities. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute across a range of sustainability initiatives, with responsibilities aligned to their experience level. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. Our Company: Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles. Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review. Recruitment Fraud Alert : We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to . We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location. This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.