Sustainability Specialist – GHG Accounting, Analytics

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee the yearly calculation of supply chain Scope 3, from data preparation to controls and third-party validation.

• Execute supplier disclosure initiatives such as the CDP Supply Chain.

• Develop supplier lists and monitor supplier feedback.

• Examine and convey emissions trends and critical areas.

• Act as the supply chain representative in net zero forecasting initiatives.

• Collaborate with the Chief Sustainability Office on data clarifications, dashboard needs, and modeling assumptions.

• Lead decarbonization initiatives alongside internal teams and suppliers.

• Compile emissions data and materials for both internal reporting and external disclosures.

• Leverage AI and automation to enhance data quality and minimize manual labor.

• Influence the evolving GHG accounting methodology as new product and supplier information becomes available.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent practical expertise.

• 2+ years of experience in GHG accounting, sustainability reporting, or other precise, regulated data processes.

• 2+ years of experience overseeing cross-functional projects or ongoing processes.

• Proficiency in analyzing large datasets using Excel or similar tools, including pivot tables and lookups.

• Experience presenting data or analyses to leadership or non-technical audiences.

• Outstanding attention to detail with experience generating accurate, audit-ready documentation.

• Practical experience in corporate GHG accounting, Scope 3, GHG Protocol, or CDP is preferred.

• Knowledge of product carbon footprint methodologies is preferred.

• Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or AI tools is preferred.

• Experience within a hardware, electronics, or manufacturing supply chain is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution.

• Paid parental leave.

• Short- and long-term disability coverage.

• Basic life insurance.

• Cisco restricted stock unit grants may be available, vesting upon continued employment.

• 10 paid holidays per full calendar year.

• 1 floating holiday for non-exempt employees.

• 1 paid day off for the employee’s birthday.

• Paid year-end holiday shutdown.

• 4 paid days off for personal wellness.

• 16 days of paid vacation time per full calendar year for non-exempt employees.

• Flexible vacation time off program with no defined limit for eligible exempt employees.

• 80 hours of sick time off provided on hire date and each January 1st thereafter.

• Up to 80 hours of unused sick time carried forward.

• Additional paid time off for critical or emergency family matters.

• Optional 10 paid volunteer days per full calendar year.

• Annual bonuses for non-sales roles, subject to Cisco’s policies.