Job Summary

Medline is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Director of Sustainability to lead Medline’s environmental sustainability programs, with a focus on carbon management, climate risk analysis and target-setting and emissions reduction. As a key member of the ESG team, the Director will play a critical role in shaping the company's long-term sustainability goals, guiding cross-functional initiatives, and ensuring effective integration of sustainability practices across all business functions. This role requires frequent interaction with executive leadership (C-suite, Board level) and external stakeholders, as well as representing Medline at high-profile sustainability forums and industry events. The right candidate will have a successful track record of both high-level strategic leadership and operational execution.

Job Description

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Lead the development and execution of Medline's global decarbonization strategy, aligning with corporate objectives to address climate change, enhance environmental stewardship, and promote long-term value creation.
• Set and drive sustainability targets (e.g., carbon neutrality, Scope 3 GHG reduction), ensuring measurable progress and accountability across business units.
• Champion the integration of ESG considerations into Medline's business strategy, including governance, risk management, and corporate decision-making processes.

Carbon & Climate Risk Management

• Oversee the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory and carbon reduction strategy, including Scope 1, 2, and Scope 3 emissions. Lead the development of a comprehensive carbon management framework, aligned with global climate goals and industry best practices.
• Drive climate risk assessments, including both physical and transition risks, ensuring that Medline is well-prepared for future environmental challenges. Lead the preparation of climate scenario analyses and ensure that risk mitigation plans are actionable and integrated into business operations.
• Provide oversight and guidance on sustainability-related data analytics and reporting, including carbon emissions forecasting, measurement, and reporting to stakeholders (e.g., investors, regulatory bodies).

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Operational Integration

• Collaborate with product divisions, R&D, supply chain, and procurement teams to implement and optimize sustainability initiatives across Medline's global operations.
• Lead the development of sustainability performance metrics and KPIs, ensuring integration into departmental goals and corporate reporting frameworks.
• Partner with sales and marketing to develop materials, tools, and resources that communicate Medline's sustainability efforts to clients, customers, and stakeholders.

Executive & Board-Level Engagement

• Engage with executive leadership and the Board of Directors on sustainability and ESG matters, providing strategic recommendations, updates on progress, and data-driven insights into the company’s sustainability performance.
• Present to and influence senior management on key ESG issues, ensuring alignment with long-term corporate growth and shareholder value.
• Advise senior leaders on the evolving landscape of ESG regulations, industry standards, and investor expectations, keeping Medline ahead of emerging trends.

External Representation & Industry Leadership

• Serve as a thought leader and external representative for Medline on sustainability and ESG issues. Represent the company at high-level industry forums, councils, and sustainability conferences, advocating for the company’s sustainability initiatives and shaping public perception.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, industry partners, regulators, and advocacy groups, to advance Medline’s sustainability mission.

Sustainability Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee the preparation and submission of Medline's sustainability disclosures, including CDP, GRI, SASB, and other relevant frameworks. Ensure that all reporting is accurate, transparent, and aligned with industry standards.
• Ensure compliance with sustainability-related regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and global levels, as well as with investor-driven ESG initiatives.

Team Leadership & Development

• Drive professional development initiatives within the team to ensure that the organization builds the internal capabilities necessary to deliver on its ESG commitments.
• Oversee the allocation of resources and management of key sustainability projects, ensuring that in