Director Net Zero & Carbon Management

Job Title: Director, Net Zero & Carbon Management

Department: Distillery Operations

Reporting to: SVP Operations and Engineering

Location: Mississauga, ON (Hybrid)

Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Greenfield is looking for a Director, Net Zero & Carbon Management, to join our growing team. 

At Greenfield Global, we are committed to advancing a more sustainable future through innovation, operational excellence, and responsible growth. As a leading producer of renewable fuels, specialty alcohols, and sustainable ingredients, we are driving meaningful progress toward our environmental goals while supporting customers and communities across North America.

As our Director, Net Zero & Carbon Management, you will lead the development and execution of Greenfield Global's enterprise carbon strategy, driving initiatives that support our Net Zero ambitions across North America. This highly visible leadership role will partner with cross-functional teams to advance decarbonization efforts, navigate evolving regulatory requirements, and identify opportunities to create long-term business value through sustainable operations.

This is a unique opportunity to influence enterprise-wide strategy, shape the future of carbon management at Greenfield Global, and strengthen our position as a leader in delivering innovative, low-carbon solutions.

Who We Are: 

Greenfield Global is a leading producer and supplier of high-value, mission-critical raw materials, ingredients, and additives that are vital to businesses and integral to a lower-carbon economy. From start-ups to the largest brands in the world, customers trust Greenfield’s extensive portfolio of premium products, regulatory expertise, and industry-leading service to improve people’s lives and the health of the planet. 

Why Join Greenfield? 

We innovate, collaborate, and work with purpose. By unlocking the potential of people, partnerships, and nature to accelerate sustainable solutions for the health of the planet, our work has a positive impact on the environment around the world. We’re always looking for people who can bring new talents and experience to our team. 

Who You Are: 

• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent communicator with the ability to present complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable business recommendations. 

Your Experience Should Include: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Energy Management, or a related field.
• Progressive leadership experience in sustainability, decarbonization, carbon management, energy management, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of carbon markets, emissions accounting, lifecycle assessments, carbon taxation frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing Net Zero or sustainability strategies.
• Experience leading projects within manufacturing, industrial, or energy-intensive environments.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Work with internal business stakeholders to identify and implement the appropriate sustainability improvement certifications and standards.
• Lead the development and execution of Greenfield Global’s Net Zero and Carbon Management Strategy.
• Establish, track, and report progress against corporate carbon reduction goals and sustainability objectives.
• Develop and maintain enterprise-wide carbon reduction roadmaps and performance scorecards.
• Provide leadership and guidance on carbon-related regulations, compliance requirements, carbon taxation programs, Clean Fuel Regulations, lifecycle assessment methodologies, and carbon credit programs.
• Support the business by evaluating the GHG/CI/Carbon footprint impact of existing and future products, technologies or improvement initiatives.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Finance, Procurement, and Commercial teams to identify and prioritize carbon reduction opportunities.
• Lead carbon forecasting, reporting, and performance analytics.
• Monitor regulatory and market developments to ensure Greenfield remains proactive and positioned for success.
• Represent Greenfield Global in industry associations, working groups, and sustainability forums.

Total Compensation & Care: 

• Base salary dependent on experience and demonstrated performance – $180,000 to $210,000
• Formal and informal training opportunities 
• Comprehensive health and dental benefits 
• Income protection: short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, paid personal sick time 
• Vacation time exceeding industry standards 
• Company funded retirement savings program with individual contribution opportunities 
• Meaningful and challenging work 
• Curated intentional culture focused on growth and development, engagement, and communication 

About Us 

We own and operate five distilleries, four specialty chemical manufacturing and packaging plants, and three next-generation biofuel and renewable energy R&D centers. This integrated model enhances supply chain transparency, quality control, custom formulation development, and ultimately customer satisfaction. 

Core Principles 

• Innovation: We are constantly seizing opportunities to develop new products, processes and methods to meet the diverse and demanding requirements of our customers. 
• Collaboration: We are part catalyst, part collaborator. We work with partners to get the most out of our existing products, and to develop custom solutions for our customer requirements. 
• Responsibility: Our commitment to give back to local communities in the US and Canada goes beyond the bottom line. We give back to the planet by processing renewable resources into low carbon fuels and chemicals. 
• Agility: Our team is not only fast, we has the flexibility and creativity to pivot with customer needs to develop custom-made, on-time solutions. 
• Discipline: At every plant, and for every customer, for every shipment, we put quality first. We operate a tight, transparent supply chain while meeting the highest regulatory standards. 

At Greenfield, people—not AI—make our hiring decisions. We use AI only for routine administrative support and never to screen candidates or determine outcomes. Every application is reviewed by our team, and if any step involves increased AI use, we’ll inform candidates in advance. We’re committed to responsible, transparent, and fair hiring practices.