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Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Vice President Global Corporate Responsibility, the Director of Environmental Sustainability, as the senior most expert within the company, develops and executes Cencora's global environmental strategy, which is focused on resilient and sustainable operations. This strategic leader shapes the company's long-term sustainability goals, guiding cross-functional initiatives to integrate sustainability practices across all business functions. The Director leads initiatives around emission reduction, waste management, sustainable buildings, climate risks, and environmental reporting, resulting in impactful outcomes.

By engaging internal and external stakeholders, the Director drives continuous improvement in complex data processes and progress towards Science Based Targets. Additionally, the Director educates senior management on strategies to secure resources, which requires a track record of strategic leadership and operational execution. A unique opportunity to make a positive impact in a Fortune 10 global pharmaceutical solutions organization centered on improving the lives of people and animals around the world.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Lead the development and execution of Cencora's global environmental and decarbonization strategies, aligning with corporate objectives to address climate change risks and promote long-term value.

• Drive towards reaching sustainability targets, ensuring measurable progress across business units.

• Champion the integration of environmental sustainability considerations into enterprise risk management and business strategy, focusing on resilient and sustainable operations, incorporating climate-related risk assessment findings into business continuity planning.

Carbon & Climate Risk Management

• Oversee the company’s GHG inventory and carbon reduction strategy, including Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, and lead the evaluation and continuous improvement of a comprehensive global carbon management framework.

• Develop and implement a decarbonization roadmap to achieve Cencora’s science-based and other targets for carbon reduction, including supplier engagement.

• Spearhead the enterprise's renewable energy procurement strategy.

• Provide oversight and guidance on sustainability-related data analytics and reporting, including carbon emissions forecasting and measurement.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Operational Integration

• Collaborate with business units, across the supply chain and with procurement teams, to implement and optimize sustainability initiatives across global operations.

• Develop sustainability performance metrics and KPIs, integrating them into departmental goals and corporate reporting frameworks.

• Draft and implement globally relevant sustainability guidelines and policies.

• Partner with sales and marketing to develop tools and resources that communicate sustainability efforts to stakeholders.

Executive & Operational Engagement

• Engage with executive leadership on sustainability matters, providing strategic recommendations and updates on progress.

• Present and influence senior management on key environmental issues, ensuring alignment with long-term corporate strategy and shareholder value.

• Advise senior leaders on evolving environmental regulations, industry standards, and investor expectations.

Sustainability Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee preparation and submission of annual reporting and sustainability disclosures, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and alignment with frameworks including CDP, GRI, SASB, as well as regulatory reporting such as CSRD and CSDDD.

• Ensure compliance with sustainability-related regulatory requirements and investor-driven ESG initiatives.

External Representation & Industry Leadership

• Serve as a thought leader for Cencora on sustainability issues, representing the company at industry forums and conferences.

• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholder