Sustainability Environmental Operations Specialist

We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize the greatest contributions to the company can come from anywhere in the organization, and we know that the next one could be yours!
Whats unique about this job (What you’ll do)The Sustainability Specialist – Environmental Operations & Sustainability Programs is an environmental professional with sustainability knowledge responsible for supporting the implementation and continuous improvement of the Company’s Environmental Management System and environmental sustainability initiatives.
ResponsibilitiesSupport the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Company’s Environmental Management System (EMS) across all countries of operation.Support environmental policies, procedures, standards, and operational guidelines.Develop and deliver environmental and sustainability training, awareness activities, and engagement initiatives in English and Spanish.Build strong partnerships with Operations, Facilities, Safety teams, Environmental Data Owners, and other stakeholders to strengthen environmental ownership and accountability across the organization.Support corporate sustainability projects.Support sustainability reporting, ESG disclosures, assessments, certifications, surveys, and benchmarking activitiesCollaborate with Operations, Facilities, Supply Chain, Procurement, Safety, and other business functions to advance sustainability objectives.Coordinate with consultants, industry associations, and external partners as needed.Support preparation of presentations, reports, and communication materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Other relevant tasksHighly proactive and self-driven, with strong ownership and the ability to independently prioritize, execute, and drive initiatives in a fast-paced retail environmentStrong teamwork and collaboration skills in cross-functional and multicultural teams.Ability to take ownership of tasks and drive initiatives from concept to execution.
Bring your passion and expertise (Who you are)Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, or related field.Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a similar role, preferably within retail, consumer goods,logistics, or multi-site operational environment, with experience supporting environmental program implementation.Knowledge of greenhouse gas accounting and climate change and proven experience.Bilingualproficiencyin Spanish and English
Our CommitmentWe not only embrace and celebrate the diversity of our membership base and communities but also strive to achieve the same in our employees. At PriceSmart, we are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Get to know usPriceSmart was founded with a purpose: to inspire and impact the lives and businesses of our Members, our employees, and our communities through the ethical delivery of the best quality goods and services at the lowest possible prices.
Throughout the years, we have constantly asked ourselves how we can do more and have a greater impact. We want to prove that we are a company that can grow, be profitable, and do good in the world, and we have learned that it takes a great organizational culture to achieve that goal.
At PriceSmart, you can look forward to company events, anniversaries celebrating our employees with more than 20, or 30 years of tenure, volunteering and learning opportunities, and just a great company filled with curious, kind folks. Dreaming up and sharing ideas aren’t responsibilities reserved for certain teams or leaders; the challenge of building our own culture is on all of our shoulders. That sense of community and belonging keeps us excited to walk through the door every day, wherever that door may be, in any of our 13 countries.