Vice President, Sustainability

at  Hempel

With our Double Impact strategy, we aim to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions that create a significant positive impact for our customers and society. At Hempel, sustainability leadership is a key enabler of our strategy and it means being frontrunners within the paint and coatings industry, addressing critical topics such as climate, biodiversity, resource depletion, and diversity.
At Hempel, we are committed to shaping a sustainable future.
Putting sustainability at the heart of everything we do means focusing not only on lowering emissions from our operations and reducing the resources we use but also on developing products and solutions that support our customers on their sustainability journeys and enable them to reach their goals. Hempel’s sustainability framework, Futureproof, has been instrumental in driving this work.
As we continue to develop on our journey, we are looking for our next Vice President of Sustainability.
You will be a key member of the Global Innovation & Technology Leadership Team and report directly to the Chief Technology Officer.
You will collaborate closely with various internal and external stakeholders. Internally, you will work with executives and leaders in operations, R&D, marketing, commercial, and supply chain to align sustainability goals with overall business strategy and ensure execution plan is in place. Externally, you will engage with industry associations, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to stay abreast of sustainability trends, regulations, and best practices. You will also partner with customers, suppliers, and strategic partners to foster sustainability partnerships and drive collective action towards shared sustainability goals.
We are looking for a passionate and strategic leader to join us.
As our Vice President of Sustainability, you will play a critical role in driving Hempel’s sustainability agenda. You will be responsible for developing and executing Hempel’s sustainability strategy - Futureproof. This includes overseeing environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives to ensure the company meets its sustainability goals and adheres to regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Create value for Hempel and our customers through our sustainability initiatives by identifying and pursuing opportunities for sustainable innovation and improvement.
• Lead the transformation of our product assortment to lower environmental impact in our operations and at our customers.
• Oversee ESG reporting and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability initiatives into business operations.
• Monitor and report on sustainability performance metrics and progress.
• Promote sustainability awareness and education within the organization.
• Engage with stakeholders, including investors, customers, suppliers and communities, to communicate the company’s sustainability efforts.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate sustainability-related risks and opportunities.

Seeking a Strategic Leader with Technical Expertise, Industry Insight, and Sustainability Knowledge to Drive Transformation
The ideal candidate for this role will bring technical expertise and strategic leadership, and a demonstrated track record of successfully leading sustainability initiatives within a global company, ideally within a similar industry. You can demonstrate strong commercial acumen, capable of understanding customer needs and translating sustainability efforts into tangible business value and commercial strategy. Strong leadership and influential skills will be key, enabling you to drive impactful transformation and inspire teams. Exceptional communication skills are essential, allowing you to effectively advocate for sustainability initiatives across all levels of the organization internally as well as externally. Moreover, you should have understanding of key sustainability concepts such as circularity, climate impact, and chemicals - recognizing that sustainability initiatives are data-driven and ensuring foundational data capabilities are in place.
Join Us:
If you are driven by the desire to lead Hempel’s sustainability transformation and have the skills and experience to make a significant impact, we invite you to apply for this role. To apply, please submit your resume along with a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and articulating why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this role. We eagerly anticipate hearing from you.
Please send in your application on or before 15 Aug 2024.
About Hempel
At Hempel, you are invited to join a team of dedicated individuals and become part of a global community with 7,500 colleagues around the world.
We are committed to promoting a workplace that values unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents. Creating an inclusive environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work is crucial for our success in shaping a brighter future with sustainable coating solutions.
We recognize that our journey must be persistent. We are dedicated to continually developing and improving our efforts and have a variety of programs and initiatives such as a global 16 weeks paid parental leave policy from day one, Inclusive Leadership Training, a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Council, an internal Women’s Network, and mandatory Anti-Harassment Training. This is not a complete list, but essential in ensuring that every employee feels the responsibility of protecting our inclusive culture by treating each other with respect.
Application due
2024-08-31
Seniority Level
Executive
Job Functions
Management
Industry
Chemicals
Across the globe, Hempel’s coatings solutions protect surfaces, structures and equipment. They extend asset lifetimes, reduce maintenance costs and make homes and workplaces safer and more colourful. Hempel was founded in Copenhagen, Denmark in 1915 by J.C. Hempel, and is solely owned by the Hempel Foundation, which not only ensures a solid economic base for the company, but is dedicated to making a difference in the world by empowering children to learn, supporting coatings science and sustaining biodiversity

• Create value for Hempel and our customers through our sustainability initiatives by identifying and pursuing opportunities for sustainable innovation and improvement.
• Lead the transformation of our product assortment to lower environmental impact in our operations and at our customers.
• Oversee ESG reporting and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate sustainability initiatives into business operations.
• Monitor and report on sustainability performance metrics and progress.
• Promote sustainability awareness and education within the organization.
• Engage with stakeholders, including investors, customers, suppliers and communities, to communicate the company’s sustainability efforts.
• Identify, manage, and mitigate sustainability-related risks and opportunities