Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Ahold Delhaize USA
Job overview
The Sustainable Operations & Brand Strategy Analyst III at Ahold Delhaize USA supports strategic sustainability initiatives and corporate strategy to impact the company's grocery brands.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves collaborating with stakeholders on sustainability projects, conducting analysis and business cases, developing strategies on food waste and emissions, supporting KPI forecasting, creating presentations, conducting site visits, and contributing to strategic planning and sustainability performance tracking.
Experience and skills
Requires a bachelor's degree and 5 years of experience in corporate or sustainability strategy, preferably in grocery retail or consulting, with expertise in environmental sustainability topics, proficiency in Microsoft 365, strong analytical and communication skills, and ability to manage projects and travel within the brand footprint. A master's degree and familiarity with ESG regulations are preferred.
Career development
The company emphasizes continuous learning, collaboration, and personal and professional growth, investing in employees to empower them at all business levels.
Work environment and culture
Ahold Delhaize USA values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, promotes total wellness, and fosters a collaborative, curious, and growth-oriented environment.
Company information
Ahold Delhaize USA is a division of the global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, supporting multiple leading grocery brands in the U.S. with a wide range of services including sustainability and corporate strategy.
Team overview
The role is within the Health and Sustainability Team, working cross-functionally with local brand leadership, corporate teams, and external partners.
Job location and travel
The position is based in Quincy, MA, with a hybrid schedule of 3 in-person days and 2 remote days, and requires travel within the ADUSA brand footprint.
Unique job features
The job offers the opportunity to impact sustainability across major grocery brands, involves cross-functional collaboration, and includes strategic and analytical responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
Company overview
Ahold Delhaize USA is a prominent grocery retail group operating several well-known supermarket brands, including Food Lion, Stop & Shop, Giant Food, Hannaford, and Giant/Martin's. The company generates revenue through the sale of groceries, household goods, and pharmacy services, leveraging both physical stores and robust e-commerce platforms. Formed in 2016 through the merger of Ahold and Delhaize Group, it has a rich history of innovation in retail and a strong commitment to sustainability and community engagement.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in sustainability strategy, corporate strategy, and analytics, emphasizing your experience with food waste, zero waste initiatives, and emissions reduction relevant to Ahold Delhaize USA's Health and Sustainability Team.
Focus on showcasing your ability to collaborate cross-functionally with leadership, partners, and internal teams, as well as your skills in developing business cases, conducting data-driven analysis, and creating compelling presentations for diverse audiences including senior leadership.
Apply through multiple channels such as Ahold Delhaize USA's corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and other job boards where this position is listed to maximize your visibility and application reach.
Connect with current employees in the Sustainable Retailing division or Health and Sustainability Team on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent sustainability projects at Ahold Delhaize, asking about their experience with the company’s sustainability initiatives, or expressing interest in their role related to corporate strategy and environmental impact.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'sustainability strategy,' 'food waste,' 'zero waste,' 'emissions,' 'business case development,' 'cross-functional collaboration,' and 'ESG regulations' to ensure your application passes initial automated screenings.
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