ESG Lead (Environmental, Social, and Governance)

Drive decarbonization efforts

- GHG emissions reduction (including actual reduction before use of carbon credits).

- Implementation of decarbonization initiatives by markets and other regional functions.

- Cost-efficiency of decarbonization investment.

Center of Excellence model

- Trainings, collaterals, and plans developed to upskill teams across the organization, inspire and educate.

- Development of frameworks to monitor and drive performance within the organization.

Sustainability Engagement

- Engagement levels of the organization on areas supported by Zuellig Pharma (mental wellbeing, DEI…).

- Participation rate of the organization in sustainability-themed activities throughout the year to increase momentum around sustainability.

- Impact of activities and partnerships led by clients and customers.

Sustainability Communications and awareness

- Reach and impact of annual Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)-aligned Sustainability Report.

- Creation of internal and external communications assets around Sustainability (brochures, onboarding decks, infographics).

- Create a culture of sustainability within the organization.

Establish data-driven targets for the organization

- Build robust quantitative indicators to design achievable yet ambitious roadmaps.

- Work with the data team to develop interactive internal dashboards within the data portal.

Embed Sustainability within the organization

- Partner with other functions to integrate sustainability within key operations.

- Work with countries to deliver on sustainability goals.

Partner external organizations

- Form strong partnerships with key external stakeholders (clients, customers, suppliers).

- Establish strategic relationships with relevant sustainability partners (international bodies, associations, etc.).

Deliver impacts across all pillars of our Sustainability framework

- Improved Health Outcomes for the communities we serve.

- Team wellbeing & engagement.

- Improved standards of integrity and care for patients in the markets where we operate.

Drive performance across markets

- Support our ESG Leads across markets in their sustainability efforts.

- Develop performance management frameworks to assess and drive performance and ensure the whole organization is delivering on our Sustainability agenda.

ESG Audits

- Support all audits that are relevant to ESG in the markets (i.e., annual External Assurance Process, mock ESG audits, ESG audits initiated by Clients, etc.).

- Ensure ESG audits run smoothly by understanding the scope of the audit, training the teams involved, ensuring the relevant documents and data are in place before the audits commence.

Ensure compliance with regulations

- Monitor current and upcoming regulations.

- Ensure the organization is in line with regulation and has the means to stay abreast of future regulatory requirements.

Sustainability VAS

- Engage with Clients to identify needs, develop VAS to address their requirements, in partnership with BD and relevant functions.

Educational Qualifications

- Bachelor of Science in Economics or a related field.

Work Experience

- 3 – 5 years of relevant experience in Sustainability, Decarbonization/Environmental, or HSSE areas is strongly preferred.

- Proven experience in driving environmental initiatives is highly desirable.

- Experience working in a multinational corporation (MNC) and/or in a regional or matrix organization is preferred.

Competencies (Knowledge, Behavior, Skills, and Capabilities Required for Success in the Role)

Innovation

- Forward-thinking and able to identify opportunities and pain points.

- Keen to develop and implement solutions.

Ability to Drive Change in the Organization

- Strong project management skills.

- Capable of managing multiple priorities concurrently.

- Hands-on and dynamic approach.

Integrity & Trust

- Dedicated to the success of markets and other functions.

- Able to plan and execute a General Affairs strategy to support market leaders.

Collaboration

- Effective team player and strong communicator.

- Ready to support multiple functions (Distribution, Commercialization, Digital Solutions, etc.).

Passion for Excellence

- Entrepreneurial and self-driven.

- Resilient and willing to elevate the function to new heights.

Personal Growth

- Strong interest in various fields of Sustainability beyond environmental efforts.

- Dynamic and open-minded.