Lead Sustainability Reporting Analyst

We are Generac, a leading energy technology company committed to powering a smarter world.

Over the 60 plus years of Generac’s history, we’ve been dedicated to energy innovation. From creating the home standby generator market category, to our current evolution into an energy technology solutions company, we continue to push new boundaries.

The Lead, Sustainability Reporting Analyst is responsible for driving the company’s enterprise-wide sustainability reporting strategy, overseeing the collection, validation, governance and communication of ESG (environmental, social and governance) data  to ensure transparency, regulatory compliance, and alignment with globally recognized sustainability frameworks. As global sustainability disclosure requirements evolve, leads the maintenance of  accurate, auditable reporting processes and supports internal stakeholders in meeting compliance and reporting objectives. 

As a key Sustainability subject matter expert, this role establishes and leads scalable, auditable processes for ESG data management and reporting that contribute to sustainability disclosures, and support internal processes that reinforce the company’s commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices. 

Major Responsibilities

ESG Data Strategy and Management

• Serve as a key advisor on Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions, leading cross-functional efforts to improve data accuracy and completeness.

• Oversee the preparation of Sustainability and Impact report, required regulatory disclosure reports and dashboards for internal and external use.

• Lead the data management and reporting of sustainability ratings and rankings platforms (e.g., CDP, ISS, Ecovadis) while also collaborating with stakeholders to work to improve the outcomes of these ratings and rankings.

Reporting & Compliance

• Monitor and interpret applicable Sustainability regulations and disclosure standards (e.g., SASB, GHG Protocol, CSRD) to ensure the company is up to date and acting on new regulations and disclosures as they evolve. 

• Lead efforts to create and document repeatable and scalable processes to ensure accurate and compliant reporting.

• Develop processes for upcoming assurance and disclosure requirements and support preparation of associated data and documentation.

Cross-functional Leadership

• Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders and business units (e.g., operations, supply chain, legal, HR, finance, and others) to collect and verify sustainability data, fostering ownership and accountability for data quality and sustainability performance.

• Lead internal education on reporting requirements and assist with answering sustainability-related queries from stakeholders and customers.

• Serve as a point of contact for sustainability-related inquiries from investors, customers and internal stakeholders.

Program & Project Leadership

• Lead or contribute to strategic sustainability initiatives, driving timelines, deliverables, and performance metrics.

• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPI’s) and evaluate reporting-related processes and recommend improvements.

• Continuously evaluate and optimize ESG reporting processes, tools and technologies to increase efficiency and reduce risk.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business, Engineering, Accounting, or a related field.

Work Experience

• 7 years of relevant experience in ESG reporting, environmental data analysis, project management, audit, finance, compliance, or sustainability-related fields.

• Proven leadership in applying global ESG frameworks and managing complex data reporting projects.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Advanced understanding of ESG disclosure standards and sustainability frameworks.

• Strong strategic thinking, with the ability to influence stakeholders and lead organizational change.

• Excellent project management and communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage competing priorities in a matrixed environment.

• Strong analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data management tools.

• Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment.

Preferred Job Requirements

Education

• Master’s degree

Work Experience

Preferred experience in environmental data collection or GHG accounting.

Preferred experience supporting assurance or audit processes for ESG data.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Preferred knowledge of sustainability rating systems and reporting tools.

Preferred familiarity with ESG frameworks (e.g., SASB, GHG Protocol, TCFD, CSRD, CDP).

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear; and use hands to manipulate objects or controls. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk.  On occasion the incumbent may be required to stoop, bend or reach above the shoulders. The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific conditions of this job are typical of frequent and continuous computer-based work requiring periods of sitting, close vision and ability to adjust focus. Occasional travel.

“We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.”