Sustainability Project Manager Net Zero and Supplier Engagement

About Arista Networks

Arista Networks is a leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for major data center, campus, and routing environments. We stand out because of our constant drive for innovation. We use the newest advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to give our clients a leg up in a world that's increasingly connected. Our solutions are made to not only meet the current needs of the digital world but also to predict and adapt to future challenges.

At Arista, we value the different ideas and viewpoints that every employee brings. We believe that creating an inclusive environment where people from various backgrounds and experiences feel welcome is key to driving creativity and innovation.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us some notable awards, such as Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, Compensation, and Work-Life Balance. At Arista, we're proud of our track record of success and always aim for the highest standards of quality and performance in everything we do.

The Role

Arista's Sustainability Team focuses on reducing carbon emissions and improving sustainability in Arista's operations and supply chain, and reporting to stakeholders on our progress, as part of the larger cross-functional Arista ESG Team.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and put into action customer and supplier outreach and engagement strategies, programs, partnerships, and initiatives focused on specific regions to create, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships focused on reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and other environmental impacts.
• Develop and/or support internal capacity building efforts, and interdepartmental relationships and collaboration focused on leveraging internal programs, practices, and resources to support assigned customer and supplier engagement.
• Create and manage detailed strategies and project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation for assigned focus areas and activities.
• Gather, analyze, and support Arista reporting on key metrics related to GHG emissions, energy use, renewable energy adoption and procurement, and other aspects of sustainability performance for assigned regional customers and suppliers, including progress toward higher resolution supplier-, commodity- and product-specific emission factors- and primary activity based value chain emissions accounting.
• Prepare regular reports on assigned regional customer and supplier progress toward GHG reduction targets and other sustainability indicators targets, and prepare content for and/or participate in presentations and briefings to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Develop and advocate for policies and procedures that support net zero and other sustainability goals.
• Develop, deliver, and/or support training programs to educate both internal and external stakeholders about Arista's science-based, Net Zero, and sustainability goals, and related best practices.
• Communicate effectively across different channels to promote Arista's sustainability achievements and initiatives.
• Identify and suggest new technologies, processes, and best practices to improve sustainability efforts.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert and advisor to Arista colleagues, and also working-level customer and supplier contacts.
• Keep up-to-date on industry trends, regulations, best practices, and innovations related to sustainability, renewable energy, decarbonization, and net zero strategies.

What We're Looking For

• Education: Bachelor's and/or master's degree(s) in Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Engineering, Green Business, Sustainability Management, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A higher degree is preferred.
• Experience: At least 5 years of experience in sustainability, environmental management, supply chain management, sustainable sourcing, renewable energy, energy efficiency, GHG management, climate change adaptation, or a related field, with at least 2 years in a project management role.
• Technical Skills: A solid technical understanding of net zero principles, GHG accounting, decarbonization, and sustainability policies, reporting frameworks, strategies, tactics, technologies, and current best practices.
• Preferred Skills: Familiarity with renewable energy technologies and procurement, energy attribute certificates, and carbon removals and offsets.
• Project Management Expertise: Excellent project management skills with experience in planning, executing, and monitoring projects, including a proven track record of managing complex projects and budgets, and leading cross-functional teams, including external consultants.
• Relationship Management: Experience in partnerships, supplier and/or customer engagement, including supply chain management and/or sustainability, green procurement, and/or customer/client facing relationship and account management roles is also preferred.
• Data & Software Proficiency: Skilled in data analysis, reporting tools, and enterprise software relevant to sustainability metrics and general business processes and project management, preferably also for GHG emissions accounting and/or energy/renewable energy applications (e.g., Excel, GHG accounting and ESG reporting software, Google Sheets, Sisense, Smartsheets, etc.).
• Communication: Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills – primarily in English, but bilingual or multilingual regional language skills are also helpful and preferred.

Additional Details

Arista Networks is an equal opportunity employer. We make all hiring and employment-related decisions without bias based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other factor that's unlawful under applicable federal, state, or local law. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Job Category: Project Management