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Aligned with our goal, you will become the leading provider of sustainable solutions in the coatings segment to support our vision to protect & beautify the world. In this role, you will follow defined work instructions to execute tasks and operational procedures for the shared service team (including work intake, escalation, KPIs) with minimal supervision.
As a Product Sustainability GBS Associate, you will contribute to and lead process improvement opportunities, data analysis, and work with multidisciplinary teams across the organization. You will assist in developing processes, tools, and technical expertise to support our businesses and customers.
As part of the GBS Business Support Services team, the Product Sustainability GBS Associate will be responsible for carrying out tasks and activities identified and agreed upon with the GBS Leadership and Business Stakeholders to drive efficiencies in relevant processes throughout the global activities belonging to one of the main GBS Functions: Sustainability and Product Stewardship Community of Expertise (CoE).
The Product Sustainability GBS Associate reports to the PS & EHS GBS Manager.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) to support the delivery of sustainability solutions.
- Author Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and correspond to third-party reviewer comments to maintain EPD process certification.
- Contribute to the development of specifications for the design and prototyping of an LCA toolset and other product declarations.
- Reporting and high-level business presentations.
- Serve as the focal point for product sustainability topics in the EMEA region.
- Contribute to the good maintenance of the Product Stewardship and Sustainability Management Systems.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental engineering, or related science.
- Experience or advanced degree in sustainability, chemistry, or related science with less than 5 years of experience.
Added Value:
- Familiarity with LCA standards and guidelines (e.g., Product Category Rules (PCRs) and/or ISO 14040/44) is a plus, but we will provide training as needed
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $18.2 billion in 2023. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
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