Sr SCM Risk & Sustainability Consultant - HDQ
Southwest AirlinesDepartment: Supply Chain Management Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: As a Sr SCM Risk and Sustainability Consultant, you’ll help shape Southwest’s environmental sustainability strategy while strengthening the risk and compliance practices that support our supply chain and long-term business goals. You’ll partner with Leaders and cross-functional Teams to gather and analyze data, monitor regulatory requirements, and communicate progress, risks, and opportunities tied to Southwest’s sustainability commitments. From developing decarbonization models and supporting sustainable aviation fuel initiatives to managing governance, executive reporting, and strategic roadmaps, you’ll translate complex information into clear insights and recommendations for senior Leadership. You’ll also support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of supply chain and operational risks while helping maintain effective controls and compliance with Company policies and regulatory standards. Your work will help Southwest make informed decisions, strengthen accountability, and advance meaningful sustainability initiatives across the enterprise. Additional Details The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face at our vibrant Corporate Campus. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Dallas, TX Headquarters facility during business hours. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. Responsibilities Assist in all aspects of strategic planning, including market research, trend analysis, crafting goals and developing plans Develop and own complex models that support our decarbonization plans (near-, mid-, and long-term), sustainable aviation fuel deals, and other Environmental Sustainability initiatives (e.g., energy, recycling, electrification of ground services equipment) Manage governance process within sustainability, including Environmental Sustainability Executive Steering Group and other regular Executive updates, as well as outside of sustainability, including Board of Directors, Enterprise Alignment, and other updates Develop Executive-level presentations and materials in support of governance updates and other needs both on a regular and ad-hoc basis Manage Environmental Sustainability portfolio and roadmap and track initiatives and milestones in support of Environmental Sustainability goals Report regularly on progress towards goals, such as through Board of Directors and Enterprise Alignment updates, and in support across the Company, such as FP&A and Investor Relations Develop deep understanding on sustainability topics such as sustainable aviation fuel, new aircraft propulsion technologies, operational practices, waste reduction, and other topics Support evaluations and consideration of potential financial investments in this space Work with Leader responsible for area and the Environmental Sustainability Team to develop the near-term, mid-term, and long-term environmental sustainability plan Supports risk, compliance, and performance management activities by assisting with the implementation, maintenance, and mo…