Job Description

The Opportunity:

Under the direction of the Manager, Sustainability and Energy, the Analyst- Sustainability will be accountable for supporting sustainability initiatives in manufacturing facilities by assisting with the development and tracking of energy, water, and waste reduction projects. Key responsibilities include collecting and validating utility data, maintaining dashboards and performance scorecards, conducting basic data analysis, and supporting grant applications. The position also involves preparing internal reports and presentations, organizing best practice events, and ensuring consistent documentation and communication across sustainability programs.

Any MLF team member interested in being considered for this role are encouraged to apply online by July 04. Applications received beyond that date are not guaranteed consideration.

Snapshot of a Day-in-the-Life:

• Support the developing and execution of energy, waste, and water sustainability projects in manufacturing facilities 
• Develop and maintain project tracking tools for energy conservation initiatives, decarbonization projects, and energy audits
• Collect, organize, and validate utility data (electricity, natural gas, water, waste) from plant sites for GHG tracking; waste, water, and energy intensity measures; and performance benchmarking
• Maintain monthly sustainability dashboards, quarterly and annual executive and board of director sustainability dashboards and progress tracking, and performance scorecards
• Assist with writing external grant applications or incentive submissions and associated project tracking and grant management
• Conduct basic trend analysis, cost-benefit modeling for project proposals and utility savings.
• Help identify data gaps, inconsistencies, and improvement opportunities in reporting processes across sites.
• Support follow-ups on project status, documentation, and validation of sustainability initiatives to ensure milestones are met
• Help preparing slides, internal reports, or briefing decks for plants and leadership
• Organize sustainability and energy efficiency best practice sharing events
• Maintain program libraries, file repositories, and documentation templates for corporate sustainability programs
• Draft success stories and summaries for internal recognition or external communication to be shared with all stakeholders
• Help ensuring consistency flows across sustainability execution initiatives
• Collaborate with other departments (procurement, finance, FSQA, engineering, etc) to gather inputs and maintain alignment 

What You ll Bring:

• Bachelor s degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, formulas, charts) and PowerPoint
• Strong data collection, validation, and analysis capabilities; ability to distill technical data into clear and concise summaries or presentations
• Ability to identify data gaps and recommend process improvements
• Strong organizational and project tracking skills with experience successfully managing or supporting multiple concurrent initiatives
• Knowledge of utility systems and data (electricity, natural gas, water, waste) and efficiency performance metrics (e.g., energy and waste intensity, water usage per unit) 
• Familiarity with sustainability in manufacturing environments and GHG accounting standards (e.g., GHG Protocol, Scope 1 and 2 emissions)
• Experience preparing dashboards, scorecards, and reports
• Skilled in trend analysis and performance benchmarking
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work cross-functionally with departments like procurement, finance, engineering, and operations
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accuracy and quality control in data management
• Self-starter who takes initiative in identifying data gaps, process improvements, and project follow-ups
• Passion for sustainability and continuous improvement

Experience with the below would be considered an asset:

• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms)
• Understanding of current and emerging applications for AI functionality within data analytics
• Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and basic financial modeling
• Relevant certifications (e.g., LEED, PMP, CEM) is a plus
• Experience with grant application processes or public incentive programs is a plus

What We Offer at Maple Leaf Foods:

• Being part of a high-performance, people-focused company that has an inspiring and unique vision to become the most sustainable protein company on earth, and a deep commitment to sustainable protein across North America.
• An inclusive company culture and a work environment that keeps our people safe, rewards excellence, and empowers everyone to learn and contribute their best.
• A hybrid work model that embraces remote work for eligible roles, helping team members achieve work-life balance combining the best of both spending time working remotely, benefitting from focus time, and purposeful collaboration in the office setting. 
• Competitive Health and Wellness benefits that offer flexibility to meet your individual or family needs, including programs focused on improving mental health and wellbeing. These benefits start on your first day of employment.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with company matching that starts on your first day of employment.
• Learning and development opportunities, including workshops, speaker series events, and resources that allow you to develop your skills and progress your career.
• Comprehensive tuition reimbursement program that supports continuous learning and development of our team members through investment in eligible degrees, diplomas, professional certification, or trades programs.
• Supporting our deep commitment to community impact, we offer up to two paid days annually to volunteer at a cause of your choice.