Sustainability Metrics Analyst
Job Description
| Job Title: | Sustainability Metrics Analyst |
| Department: | Global Social Mission |
| Reports To: | Global Sustainability Manager |
| Pay Range: | $35-$40/hr |
| Location: | South Burlington, VT |
| Prepared Date: | February 2026 |
About Ben & Jerry’s
Ben & Jerry's Homemade Inc., started in 1978 in a renovated gas station in Burlington, Vermont, USA, founded by childhood friends and dedicated activists Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield. In 2000 Ben & Jerry’s became a wholly owned autonomous subsidiary of Unilever with a unique governance structure that provides for an independent Board of Directors vested with primary responsibility for advancing Ben & Jerry's social mission and ensuring the essential integrity of the brand. Central to the mission of Ben & Jerry's is the belief that all three parts of its mission must thrive equally. This translates into a high-paced growth environment without compromising our grassroots and activist spirit. That is how we remain a true purpose-led organization with a connected 3-part mission.
Ben & Jerry’s 3-Part Mission:
- Social mission: We initiate innovative ways to improve the quality of life locally, nationally, and internationally specifically on Climate Justice and Social Justice, Racial Justice, and Economic Justice
- Product mission: We make and distribute the finest quality natural ice cream and euphoric concoctions
- Economic mission: We operate our Company for sustainable, Profitable financial growth
About The Magnum Ice Cream Company
The Magnum Ice Cream Company (formerly a division of Unilever) is now a standalone, independent, EUR 7.9 billion publicly listed company. We’re on a mission to create the ultimate snacking company. A place where growth, innovation, founder and ownership mentality, and performance are cultivated and rewarded. And where we craft extraordinary ice cream experiences - transforming ordinary moments into lasting memories. Because we know, life tastes better with ice cream.
We dream big but keep things simple to act fast. If you want to grow with us, make an impact, and shape the future of Ice Cream, this is the place for you!
Role Overview
The Sustainability Metrics Analyst will join our Social Mission team on a temporary 12-month assignment, hired as an employee of one of our agency partners.
In this role, the Sustainability Metrics Analyst will research, compile, and analyze data as needed by the Global Sustainability Manager to support Ben & Jerry’s sustainability objectives. Data managed in this role drive insights that shape business decisions and strategy around climate, circularity, and nature initiatives. This role will also develop, gather, and manage other internal and external metrics as needed by other members of the Social Mission team which can include applications for B Corp and Fairtrade certifications, annual Human Rights compliance reporting, data collection and assessment for the Social & Environmental Assessment Report (SEAR), as examples. Data required may change based upon annual or long-term business priorities.
If you're passionate about data and project management, enjoy translating complex information into meaningful insights, and want to contribute to one of the world’s most progressive social impact businesses, we’d love to speak with you.
What You’ll Do
- Lead B Corp recertification process.
- Collect and analyze energy, purchased goods, waste, transportation, and all business process activity required to develop Scope 1, 2 and 3 greenhouse gas emissions results for all geographies.
- Track annual changes in packaging type, material and amounts. Support other packaging efforts through data collection and project management.
- Engage with Ben & Jerry’s suppliers to gather relevant ingredient ghg emissions, country of origin and Land Use Change indicators.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to gather relevant data, narratives, and approvals.
- Analyze and synthesize sustainability, social impact, and governance data into clear, compelling content.
- Manage timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder communications to ensure on-time completion.
- Identify opportunities to enhance reporting processes and data quality for the future.
- Manage Social Mission process to create Purchase Orders and ensure on time payment to supplier partners.
What you’ll bring:
- Strong project management experience. This role requires strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
- Fluency in Excel including complex formulas, PivotTables, data modeling, and building structured, repeatable templates. You’re comfortable cleaning, transforming, and analyzing large datasets with speed and accuracy.
- Proven experience in CSR, ESG, or sustainability reporting (3-5 years minimum). Familiarity with CSR reporting standards, GHG Protocol, and ESG frameworks.
- Experience with B Corp certification is desired but not mandatory.
- Relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent work-life experience in corporate social responsibility or socially progressive initiatives
- Skilled in analyzing and interpreting complex datasets—particularly social and environmental metrics—to extract actionable insights and support compelling, data-driven reporting.
- Computer proficiency with full Microsoft suite.
- Experience with SAP desired. PowerBI or similar data visualization tools is desired. Comfort learning and navigating new systems quickly.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, and proficiency in data visualization and visual storytelling.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented, organized, and self-motivated.
To apply, email your resume and cover letter to Hannah Fanton at Hannah.Fanton@BenJerry.com