Sustainability Manager

What are the Key Deliverables in this role ?

Financial Outcomes

• Management of Sustainability data and information for the group through deployment of digital system.
• Data Analysis and presentation of suitable MIS to the respective business

Customer Service

• Responsible for driving the strategy to achieve TCPL sustainability goals and driving implementation of action plans across functions.
• Ability to interpret and apply upcoming ESG concepts, regulations, and methodologies.
• Regularly evaluate and report on progress toward sustainability goals.
• To prepare external messaging to enhance brand positioning through articles, case studies etc.
• To provide constructive inputs and influence Brands with our sustainability strategy
• To work with sites for participation in disclosure platforms such as BRSR, CDP, DJSI, MSCI, Sustainalytics etc. to enhance transparency of performance through data assurance.
• Robust knowledge of existing regulatory requirements for Global ESG risks & guidelines.

Sustainability Communication

• Collaborate with Corporate Communication team to prepare external messaging to enhance brand positioning through articles, case studies etc.
• Provide constructive inputs and influence brand image with our sustainability strategy
• Create internal communication content.
• Create presentations for Senior Leadership Team as required.

Internal Processes

• Strong technical knowledge in the domain of ESG, Reporting Frameworks – GRI, SDG, CDP, IFRS, SASB
• Strong technical knowledge and expertise in DJSI, MSCI, ESG Ratings, CDP
• Exposure to Supplier Sustainability Programmes – SEDEX, ECOVADIS, CDP Supply Chain
• Formulate and execute the organization's environmental and sustainability strategy in alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to integrate ESG considerations into overall business planning.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for tracking and assessing environmental and sustainability performance.
• Ensure accurate and transparent reporting of key sustainability metrics to stakeholders.
• Stakeholder Engagement – Engage with internal and external stakeholders to promote sustainability initiatives.
• To regularly evaluate the scope of material issues, the boundaries identified for each, and the timescale considered.
• Knowledge and experience in preparing sustainability reports and strategies, such as undertaking materiality assessments, stakeholder engagement activities and preparation of internal and external reporting with focus on ESG risk reporting frameworks (IIRC – IR, GRI, IFRS, SDGs etc)
• To implement programs related to supplier sustainability assessment for a sustainable supply chain.
• To implement Business Human Rights across the sites to build leadership through competitive advantage.

Innovation and Learning

• Identify and implement innovative technologies and practices to enhance environmental and sustainability performance.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and best practices in the field.
• Develop and implement training programs to increase awareness of environmental and sustainability goals among employees.
• To prepare comparative information based on competition or similar industry relevant to our business and practices that could be applicable to our business.

What are the Critical success factors for the Role?

• Qualification – master’s degree or higher (preferably in Environmental Management / MBA from top-tier B-Schools)
• 10 years of experience in ESG / Sustainability; Fluent in reporting standards like BRSR, GRI, IFRS, TCFD, SDG, MSCI, DJSI, Sustainalytics, ISS
• Experience in filing CDP, DJSI, etc.
• Experience in Data Handling and proficiency in MS Excel & PowerPoint
• Good communication skills and stakeholder management capabilities
• Ability to take initiative and drive projects.

What are the Desirable success factors for the Role?

• Familiarity with the consumer goods industry
• Solution-oriented and positive attitude
• Knowledge of Sustainability Reporting Frameworks, ESG Risk Assessment Frameworks – MSCI, DJSI, Sustainalytics, ESG Rating Platoforms
• Flexibility and resilience in a fast-moving environment
• Ability to work with different teams in cross functional environment
• Integrity and professionalism