ESG Data Analyst

Lead the collection, auditing, analysis, and reporting of ESG data to support accurate sustainability disclosures and greenhouse gas tracking.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate cross-functionally to collect, organize, and analyze data needed for internal and external ESG reporting and disclosures
• Define and implement a process to ensure timely, accurate ESG data collection for reporting
• Update and maintain ESG data repositories
• Perform ESG data audits for precision, quality, completeness, and audit readiness using quality assurance processes
• Coordinate with third-party data assurance providers as necessary to support audit readiness
• Identify and recommend best practices to improve quality, precision, accuracy, and data granularity
• Work with consultants and third-party suppliers as necessary to execute continuous improvement
• Calculate and track Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions using GHG protocol standards
• Partner with the ESG Director and ESG Reporting Manager to track progress toward GHG reduction targets for Scopes 1, 2, and 3
• Support Energy Management Committee working groups to identify, implement, track, and measure energy reduction initiatives
• Model energy savings and financial impact of initiatives to measure progress toward GHG reduction targets
• Collaborate with the ESG Reporting Manager, ESG Reporting Committee, and other stakeholders to draft and submit internal and external ESG reporting and disclosures, including the annual Impact report and the Company’s CDP response
• Provide project and initiative support for the ESG team, including benchmark analysis, market research, and other requested projects
• Create guidance and support to provide meaningful insights and recommendations that influence decisions
• Advise on ESG data reporting methodology, frameworks, and disclosure systems including GHG Protocol, CDP, TCFD, ISSB, and SBTi
• Track and stay current with evolving guidance and reporting requirements
• Build and maintain data visualizations, models, and dashboards to communicate sustainability performance and meet business needs
• Complete all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or certificate in a relevant field such as Data/Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Statistics, etc.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including retrieving and manipulating data using Microsoft Query, formulas, pivot tables, and macros
• Experience with data management, analysis, and visualization
• Scripting experience with tools such as SQL, Python, or R (R or Python preferred)
• Experience with at least one object oriented statistical language (for example R or Python) and working with structured and unstructured databases
• Analytical skills with experience in data manipulation and statistical analysis
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to communicate effectively with various levels of the organization
• Strong time management skills, managing multiple projects with different objectives, milestones, and deliverables

Preferred / Desired

• 2-3 years of relevant professional experience
• Knowledge of GHG Protocol Corporate Standard
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks such as CDP, TCFD, and SBTi
• Experience in carbon accounting, including GHG inventory development
• Experience translating GHG emissions findings into actionable recommendations for target setting and decarbonization

Technologies

• Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Query
• SQL
• Python, R
• Pivot tables, macros
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• GHG Protocol, CDP, TCFD, ISSB, SBTi

Benefits

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Location: Springfield, MO (onsite)

Compensation Package: Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off; Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One; Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs; Tuition Educational Assistance Programs; Opportunities for Career Growth