Director, Sustainability Enablement

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Position Summary

The Director, Sustainability Enablement is responsible for advancing Bristol Myers Squibb’s environmental strategy through the development and execution of comprehensive sustainability programs that support our patient-centered mission. This role will focus on collaboration and innovation, partnering with stakeholders to build operational plans, establish and track sustainability KPIs, and champion employee engagement initiatives that align with sustainability goals. The role supports the Executive Director, Environment and Sustainability Enablement to coordinate dependencies across enterprise sustainability workstreams, ensuring alignment and transparency. The Director will act as a pivotal resource for technical, operational, and regulatory expertise, driving sustainable practices across the organization. 

Key Responsibilities
 

• Leverage sustainability as an innovation driver across the enterprise and our value chain.
• Partner closely with cross-functional teams—including supply chain, procurement, R&D, manufacturing, and commercial—to define and implement sustainability programs aligned with corporate strategy.
• Co-lead the development of a robust scope 3 roadmap to achieve Net Zero, including data collection, analysis, and reduction strategies for indirect emissions across the value chain.
• Support development of enterprise product lifecycle assessment approach.
• Design, launch, and oversee employee engagement programs that foster awareness, participation, and accountability in achieving sustainability targets.
• Provide subject matter expertise on sustainability best practices, emerging regulations, and industry standards to inform decision-making and strategy development.
• Lead efforts to measure, monitor, and report progress against sustainability goals, ensuring transparent communication to leadership, employees, and relevant stakeholders.
• Identify and evaluate opportunities for process improvement, technology integration, and innovative solutions to accelerate the company’s environmental performance.
• Represent the company in key external sustainability forums and with partners, enhancing reputation, advancing our patient-centric missions and staying at the forefront of industry trends.
• Support corporate ESG reporting activities and communications, collaborating with public affairs, communications and legal teams as needed.
• Promote a culture of environmental stewardship and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in corporate sustainability, environmental management, or related roles, with demonstrated success managing multifaceted projects and programs.
• Capable of building trust and influencing at all levels across a complex organization.
• Extensive knowledge of sustainability frameworks, carbon accounting methodologies (GHG Protocol), and regulatory compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing operational KPIs, employee engagement initiatives, and change management strategies.
• Advanced analytical, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., LEED, ISSP, GRI).
• Experience in large-scale transformation/program management.
• Familiarity with ESG disclosure and reporting standards.
• Experience with social sustainability, drug development, or pharmaceutical manufacturing a plus.

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