Sr. Manager Environmental Sustainability

The TJX Companies, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Manager of Environmental Sustainability in Cambridge, MA. This hybrid role involves overseeing sustainability data, reporting, and systems to support the company's environmental goals. Key responsibilities include managing data collection processes, leading third-party assurance, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and developing sustainability disclosures. Candidates should have 7-10+ years of relevant experience, preferably in retail, along with strong analytical and communication skills.
The Opportunity: Contribute to the Sustainability Initiative at TJX

This key role will support TJX’s Environmental Sustainability program, with a with a focus on reporting and disclosure. This will include the oversight of environmental sustainability data and metrics (including Scope 1, 2, & 3 emissions data, waste, water, etc.), oversight of related systems and tools to enable achievement of strategic goals, input into program strategy in relevant areas, and supporting the development of TJX’s disclosures in both voluntary and mandatory reporting frameworks. It is a hybrid position requiring 2 days a week on-site at our Marlborough, MA location.

What You Will Do:
• Oversee team’s execution of TJX’s global data collection processes, including relevant controls and quality assurance, to support public-facing sustainability goals, metrics, and initiatives (including GHG inventory, waste, sustainable packaging)
• Lead third party assurance process & timelines to support verification of data & metrics
• Partner with key internal stakeholders (Energy Management, Facilities, Store Operations, Procurement, Distribution Services, etc.) to direct prioritization and development of processes, systems, reporting & analytics on topics such as: climate, energy efficiency, renewables, re-use and recycling, circular economy, and sustainable sourcing
• Support the development of new sustainability goals through the creation of disclosure roadmaps (including data & metric gap assessment), stakeholder alignment, & process implementation
• Ensure team’s successful delivery of monthly/annual data refresh process for key reports, dashboards, executive presentations, and corporate responsibility report
• Act as product owner for key program systems, including GHG accounting tools and sustainability disclosure platforms, through representation with system partners, management of data, supervision of roles, and support of systems architecture design/strategy
• Support the development of qualitative & quantitative reporting/disclosures, such as mandatory & voluntary public disclosures (CDP, UKCFD, CSRD, etc.) and the Corporate Responsibility Report
• Provide periodic updates to relevant leadership committees (including the Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability Executive and Leadership committees)
• Oversee the hiring and development of a dedicated team, including organizational strategy to support changes in the needs of the business

Who We Are Looking For: You
• 7-10+ years’ experience in a relevant Sustainability, Finance, or other related role.
• Retail industry experience preferred
• Experience working with Financial data/reporting with SOX compliance is a plus
• Experience in a leadership/management role, with direct oversight of a company’s GHG Inventory and/or public disclosure reporting
• Advanced MS Excel & Power BI expertise that can be used to combine and analyze data from various sources, and generate reports and visuals to help drive decision-making
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative and team-oriented environment
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a solution- oriented mindset
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written as well as strong experience in developing compelling presentations to support both operational and executive understanding of complex concepts
• Proven ability to work creatively and analytically to deliver results
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners
• Bachelor's degree, ideally with focus on sustainability or equivalent professional experience, graduate degree preferred

We care about our culture, but we also prioritize your needs!

Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

This position has a starting salary range of $111,300 to $144,800 per year.

Actual starting pay is determined by a number of factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, and experience.

This position is eligible for an annual incentive as well as long-term incentives.

Discover Different at TJX means opportunity, teamwork, and career growth. That’s why working here is so much more than a job. When you’re a part of our TJX family, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit group of people who work together to deliver the best value and style in the business. Our inventory is always changing and our approach is continually evolving, which means every day is another chance to Discover Different.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.