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Sustainability Reporting Analyst Home-Based Maternity Cover – Initially 6 month FTC STARK UK is a leading building materials distributor in Northern Europe, and we are looking for a Sustainability Reporting Analyst who has a genuine passion and enthusiasm for sustainability, with an understanding of drivers for sustainability improvements. At STARK UK we believe that our greatest asset is our people. We're not just a team; we’re a vibrant community driven by decency, passion, and pride in everything we do. We are committed to creating a dynamic workplace where everyone can thrive and unleash their full potential. If you’re looking for a place where your ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated, you’ve found your home! In this role you will provide essential support in delivering the organisation’s Net Zero commitments, with a strong emphasis on accurate reporting and stakeholder engagement. The position is responsible for compiling and maintaining data for energy management and wider sustainability activities, ensuring compliance with established carbon reporting protocols (CDP, TCFD, SECR, and ESOS). The role also produces clear and timely reports, supports internal teams and customers with sustainability information, and ensures best practice standards are consistently met. By coordinating with stakeholders across the business, the postholder will provide insight and transparency to monitor progress and meet reporting obligations. What You’ll Be Doing Work proactively with utilities and utility management consultants to close gaps in data and performance across the business, brands, and sites. Meet stakeholder requests within agreed timescales. Contribute to the reduction of energy usage across the business. Support the business in meeting energy-related legal compliance requirements. Promote general energy awareness across the organisation. Support stakeholders to meet energy compliance and energy reduction requirements. Act as the first point of contact for relevant systems within the EHS Team. Communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels of the business. Responsible for accurate collection, analysis, and reporting of sustainability and energy data. Expected to prioritise and manage multiple reporting deadlines simultaneously. Provides recommendations to improve energy efficiency and ensure compliance with sustainability frameworks. Operates with a degree of autonomy in day-to-day reporting and stakeholder engagement, escalating issues where necessary. What We’re Looking For Essential Genuine passion and enthusiasm for sustainability, with an understanding of drivers for sustainability improvements. Strong understanding of environmental management systems. Working knowledge of current and emerging sustainability frameworks and reporting processes (e.g. CDP, TCFD, SECR, ESOS). Experience of data reporting, compliance, and verification. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical skills to interpret data and support informed decision-making. Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage clearly with stakeholders. Strong attention to detail, with ability to track costs and savings effectively. Ability to manage multiple internal stakeholder relationships. Desirable Experience using Power BI or similar data visualisation tools. Excellent project management skills. Familiarity with current sustainability regulations and initiatives. Collaborative mindset, with a focus on teamwork and knowledge sharing. What’s in it for you Competitive Base salary Company Car Discretionary bonus Private Medical Retirement savings plan Life assurance Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave for anyone expecting or adopting a child A wide range of voluntary benefits including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, car salary sacrifice scheme, Cycle2Work, Benenden Healthcare and more. Access to a wealth of health and wellbeing services including access to online GP appointments and mental health support WorkPerks – A platform home to hundreds of all your favourite high street and online discounts via the provider Reward Gateway Why Choose Us? Quality - We’re unwavering in our commitment to providing outstanding products and service that exceed our customers’ expectations. Supportive Environment - Join a culture that prioritises your growth, with the resources and support you need to excel. We listen and learn – we know we haven’t always got all the answers – listening and learning with you is what helps provide the best service to our customers. Professional Development - We are invested in your success! Can we add this instead? You have a real chance to progress- the only limits are your own Explore our apprenticeships, training, and mentoring programs designed to elevate your career. Great Benefits - Enjoy a compelling package that includes a competitive salary, bonuses, pension schemes, and life assurance, among many other perks! Work-Life Balance - We value your well-being and offer flexible working hours and a hybrid working model to help you find your ideal rhythm What's Next If your application is successful, our Talent team will reach out to arrange an interview and answer any questions you may have. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to ensure you can perform at your best throughout the application and interview process. STARK Building Materials UK comprises 14 brands, including one of the UK’s leading builders’ merchants Jewson, along with JP Corry and Normans, specialist brands Minster and Jewson Civils Frazer, as well as major timber importer and distributor, International Timber. With over 600 dedicated builders merchant branches and distribution centres, this makes us one of the UK’s largest retailers and distributors of building and construction materials. However, more importantly, our dedicated team and the high-quality products we offer make us trusted, expert partners to the industry. Together, we give our customers hassle-free access to the market-leading, sustainable solutions they need to build responsibly for the future. If you’d like to build that future with us, check out our careers page or get in touch. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. At STARK Building Materials UK, we are known for our building distribution, but in reality, it is our colleagues that drive our business forward. All around the UK, in our branches, warehouses and offices, our team give everything to make building better for our customers. We value our customers, the communities we work in and the colleagues in our team, who collectively build our business to ever greater heights every day. We strive to create a workplace where all colleagues feel safe and empowered to do their best and are comfortable to bring their true selves to work every day. We are proud that we offer all our colleagues a great place to work.