Carbon Accounting Specialist - Scope 3

 

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.                

 

About the role:

As the primary manager for Boston Scientific’s Scope 3 GHG inventory and carbon accounting practices, the Carbon Accounting Specialist will partner with cross-functional teams to support sustainability initiatives and decarbonization activities across BSC’s value-chain, while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, identifying areas for improvement and educating stakeholders on emissions reporting practices.
 
Your responsibilities will include: 

• Collaborating with Scope 1+2 carbon accounting specialists to develop the process for Scope 3 emissions; define the reporting boundary and frequency to ensure compliance with regulations, sustainability initiatives and stakeholder expectations  
• Collecting validating and analyzing data to calculate scope 3 emissions from internal teams, suppliers, customers, and other relevant stakeholders
• Collaborating with sourcing, suppliers and internal stakeholders to gather emissions data and develop strategies for emissions reduction throughout the value chain
• Interpreting data to identify trends, benchmark performance, and provide insights for decision-making
• Utilizing industry-standards or supplier-specific emission factors and calculation methodologies to ensure accuracy and consistency with recognized standards and protocols (GHG, CSRD etc)
• Advising internal stakeholders and suppliers on scope 3 carbon accounting and decarbonization methods; address technical questions as needed  
• Supporting the preparation of annual sustainability reports and disclosures according to relevant reporting frameworks (e.g., performance reports, CDP, GRI, TCFD), and various federal and state/local disclosure programs (CSRD, SEC etc)
• Establishing a robust data management system to organize, store, and secure emissions data

 

Required qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, Sustainability or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years direct experience
• Strong understanding of greenhouse gas accounting principles, protocols, and reporting frameworks (e.g., GHG Protocol, ISO 14064, CDP) 
• Experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting related to carbon emissions
• Experience with sustainability software and tools (e.g., carbon accounting software, data management systems, Excel)

 
Preferred qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business, Sustainability, or Environmental Science-based discipline
• Experience in GHG inventory and carbon accounting methodologies. 
• Effective communication skills with ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong critical-thinking skills with ability to solve complex problems and operate in ambiguity
   

Requisition ID: 576393

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

 

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

 

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve. Boston Scientific is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

 

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