Director of Sustainability and Energy Programs - Reyes Holdings

Position Summary: Exciting opportunity to lead and shape our organization's energy programs, sustainability efforts, and EV charging infrastructure, making a significant impact on the environment while promoting the future of warehousing and transportation. Seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional to join our growing team as Director of Sustainability and Energy Programs. This strategic role will champion the development, implementation, and programming of initiatives to drive sustainable practices including energy efficiency, renewables, and electrification. This role will support the Vice President of Construction & Asset Management, regional business leaders, and other internal stakeholders to ensure program goals are achieved. If you are passionate about driving change and have a deep understanding of Energy Programs, we encourage you to apply.





People or Process Management Responsibility: Partner with Business Unit Leadership to develop programs and processes





Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:



+ As a recognized expert, serve as liaison for all levels of management on energy best practices, design, rules and regulations.


+ Lead research, analysis, development and reporting on highly complex and emerging technologies including clean energy, fleet electrification, and demand management.


+ Create, implement, and nurture corporate programs and support services for sustainability and energy projects to maximize performance, flexibility, and lifecycle costs while reducing risk, minimizing carbon footprint, and supporting operational needs.


+ Establish, monitor, and report program goals and metrics (KPIs) related to energy consumption and greenhouse gases to drive alignment and execution of strategic plans.




+ Champion continuous improvement and best practices across the organization.




+ Develop and foster internal and external relationships in support of programs including strategic vendor management, compliance, incentives and grants.


+ Generate and deploy best practice playbooks, templates, and training tools to promote energy conservation, sustainable practices, and EV charging implementation.


+ Ensure best management and design principles are incorporated into construction projects .


+ Coordinate with business leads to develop capital and operating budgets.


+ Conduct sustainability risk assessments, energy audits and retro-commissioning activities.




+ Direct a utility management and purchasing program in conjunction with the Strategic Purchasing Group.


+ Mentor and coach a team of direct reports and peers.




+ Any other duties as assigned.



Required Skills and Experience:



+ Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Environmental Science, Sustainable Infrastructure, Engineering, or related disciplines. Master's degree preferred.


+ At least 7 years of experience in energy program management, sustainability, EV charging infrastructure, solar or related fields.


+ Strong knowledge of energy efficiency measures, clean energy technologies, sustainability practices, and electrical vehicle charging infrastructure.


+ Excellent communicator and relationship builder experienced at engaging and speaking to key internal and external customers.


+ Demonstrate organizational agility and the ability to collaborate and influence across functional areas and business units to effectively influence new programs, processes, and cultures.


+ Ability and willingness to travel as required (up to 30%).


+ Proficient in Microsoft Office and Project.


+ This position must pass a post-offer background and drug test.






Preferred Skills and Experience:



+ Professional Engineer’s License


+ LEED Accredited Professional


+ Master’s Degree - – Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management; or, MBA






Physical Demands and Work Environment :





Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Due to the nature of our business in regard to such things as delivery schedules, order inputs, selection, and Department of Transportation Hours of Service, overtime, attendance and punctuality are essential job functions. Should an individual in this classification not be able to adhere to this requirement due to a disability, they should contact their Human Resources department to see what, if any, reasonable accommodation may be made.





All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.



Equal Opportunity Employee & Physical Demands


Reyes Holdings and its businesses are equal opportunity employers. Company policy prohibits discrimination and harassment against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. In addition, the Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees in accordance with applicable law. Requests for accommodation should be directed to your point of contact in the Talent Acquisition or Human Resources departments.


Background Check and Drug Screening


Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.


Pay Transparency


Our compensation philosophy embraces diverse factors for fair pay decisions, valuing skills, experience, and the needs of our business. Moreover, this role may have the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program rules.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Drug Free Workplace.