Director Decarbonization - Europe & AMETA (m/w/d)

At Brambles, sustainability is not just a priority—it's a strategic imperative. Backed by Board-level commitment and integrated into our Global Supply Chain and Brambles of the Future strategy, our decarbonisation efforts are central to our business success and stakeholder trust. This role plays a pivotal part in delivering on our public emission reduction targets and advancing our Regenerative Supply Chain ambitious.

As the Regional Lead for Decarbonisation, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the strategic roadmap for Europe & AMETA. This includes CHEP and subcontractor operations, CHEP-operated fleets, and subcontracted transport decarbonisation levers. You will work cross-functionally to drive measurable progress across renewable electricity, electrification, energy waste efficiency, alternative fuels, solutions, water optimisation, and low/zero emission vehicles.

Lead the definition of future roadmaps for decarbonisation levers, including renewable electricity, electrification, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, waste solutions, and low/zero emission vehicles Partner with relevant functions to identify and define specific decarbonisation opportunities and execute procurement elements of initiatives Develop new or improved SOPs and business practices to decarbonisation objectives Analyze market trends, barriers and enablers associated with industrial decarbonisation technologies Coordinate and consolidate reporting of progress against a future roadmap, maintaining centralized reporting on decarbonisation dashboards Coordinate the yearly revision of the Decarbonisation Financial Plan, gathering input from relevant cross areasfunctional Support the delivery of Brambles Climate Smart Partners program in the respective region Inform the development and iteration of goals and objectives based on technical understanding of technologies and market needs Provide strategic direction and lead initiatives to meet Brambles' public sustainability commitments Influence change management across the region to embed a low-carbon, regenerative mindset in decision-making Maintain up-to-date knowledge of regional legislation and funding opportunities related to climate and sustainability Engage with customers and industry coalitions to foster collaboration and share best practices Represent Brambles at internal and sustainability forums and events Support supplier engagement programs and contribute to cross-regional knowledge sharing

8+ years in Supply Chain, with strong exposure to logistics and transportation Deep knowledge of decarbonization technologies, especially in road freight (e.g., TCO, infrastructure, deployment feasible) Proven success in developing and executing decarbonization roadmaps Familiarity with waste management and water optimization solutions Understanding of carbon accounting (GHG Protocol, GLEC Framework) Experience in Procurement, Supplier Management, and cross-functional collaboration Strong project and change management skills Financial acumen, including cost modelling and budget oversight Skilled communicator with experience presenting to senior stakeholders Comfortable working in a matrixed, multicultural environment Bachelor's degree required Additional in qualifications or Finance are a plus

Benefit package according to the county, where the successful candidate will be based. JOBV1_EN