Director, Decarbonisation - Europe & AMETA

Overview 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 emissions reduction targets and advancing our Regenerative Supply Chain ambition.

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 efficiency, alternative fuels, waste solutions, water optimisation, and low / zero emissions vehicles.

Key Responsibilities Lead the definition of future roadmaps for decarbonisation levers, including renewable electricity, electrification, energy efficiency, alternative fuels, waste solutions, and low / zero emissions 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 advance 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-functional areas

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

Additional Responsibilities 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 external sustainability forums and events

Support supplier engagement programs and contribute to cross-regional knowledge sharing

About the Person 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 feasibility)

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

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required

Additional qualifications in Sustainability or Finance are a plus

Languages English – Essential

Spanish – Desired

Remote Type Fully Remote

Skills to succeed in the role Adaptabilité, Apprendre des erreurs (Inactif), Business Trends, Durabilité, Engagement avec les parties concernées, Global Supply Chain Strategy, Innovation, Planification stratégique, Réduction des émissions de carbone, Sensibilisation à l'environnement

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