Climate Change & Environment Manager

Acre seeks a Climate Change & Environment Manager in Crewe, UK, to lead carbon strategy, drive sustainability initiatives, ensure environmental compliance, and engage stakeholders on ESG matters. The role involves developing climate transition plans and enhancing resource efficiency across operations. Candidates should have experience in environmental strategies, carbon accounting, and strong communication skills. This position offers opportunities for significant influence and progression in a sustainability-focused organization.
Acre is supporting a leading global provider of sustainable mobility, connectivity, and technology solutions, seeking a Climate Change & Environment Manager to drive environmental sustainability strategy and carbon management. This thriving organisation supports businesses in navigating the energy transition, offering innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce emissions, and promote sustainable operations.

Reporting to the Head of Sustainability & ESG, you will:
• Lead Carbon & Climate Strategy - Monitor and report Scope 1-3 emissions, develop a climate and net-zero transition plan, and implement carbon reduction initiatives along the way.
• Drive Sustainability Initiatives - Work across procurement, operations, and supply chain to embed environmental best practices, enhance resource efficiency, and support circular economy strategies.
• Ensure Environmental Compliance - Oversee adherence to key regulatory frameworks such as SECR, ESOS, UKCFD, and maintain ISO 14001 certification.
• Lead internal and external engagement about ESG and Sustainability- You will be a 'go to' person for all things sustainability, whether it be a customer enquiry or an employee workshop, you enjoy getting stuck in and working with different people, teams, audiences.

In this newly created role, there is a lot to go after, and a real mix of interesting challenges across the business with a lot of progression opportunities for the right person. To thrive in this role, you already have the following:
• An excellent track record in carbon and environmental management. You have proven experience in developing and implementing environmental strategies within a commercial, multi-site, or international business.
• Expertise in climate-related data, carbon accounting, and regulatory frameworks (GHG Protocol, TCFD, ISSB, CSRD).
• Strong stakeholder engagement and project leadership skills.
• An excellent communicator- you know how to engage the right people, deliver the Sustainability message, and get buy-in wherever possible.

This is an excellent opportunity to influence meaningful change within a business that is embedding sustainability at its core. If you are passionate about climate strategy and environmental management, this is a unique opportunity to shape the sustainability agenda of a growing global business.

This role is based in Crewe at the business HQ.