Bei Daiichi Sankyo stehen wir vereint hinter einem einzigen Ziel: Das Leben auf der ganzen Welt durch innovative Medikamente zu verbessern. Mit aktiver Innovation seit 1899, Präsenz in mehr als 30 Ländern und über 19.000 Mitarbeitern entwickeln wir bahnbrechende Therapien in der Onkologie, für Herz-Kreislauf-Erkrankungen, seltene Krankheiten und Immunerkrankungen. Im Einklang mit unserer Vision 2030, "ein innovatives globales Gesundheitsunternehmen zu sein, das zur nachhaltigen Entwicklung der Gesellschaft beiträgt", gestalten wir eine gesündere, hoffnungsvollere Zukunft für Patienten, ihre Familien und die Gesellschaft.
Purpose of the function
We are looking for a forward-thinking and quality-driven person who contributes to the sustainability department on a European level within the implementation and continuation of various ESG projects to ensure the realization of the global sustainability vision for the company. As Sustainability Manager (m/f/d), you will support the development and execution of sustainability initiatives throughout the European region. You will be involved in Daiichi Sankyo's sustainability policies, regulatory requirements, sustainability reporting as well as social engagement and awareness activities. Reporting directly to the Head of EUCAN Sustainability, you manage projects to support advancing our environmental protection efforts, sustainability disclosure, social contribution programs, and regulatory compliance.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Independently manage various sustainability projects in all ESG areas, i.e. environment, social and sustainability regulations, and lead operational projects in these areas
- Manage data collection and quality control of sustainability data in the European region for global sustainability disclosure purposes, with a clear focus on environmental reporting
- Drive forward, identify and implement improvements in environmental reporting processes, esp. in scope 3 data collection and calculations, to enhance efficiencies
- Bring in expert knowledge to monitor and analyze the applicability of sustainability regulations in Europe and develop an implementation strategy and roadmap on relevant requirements
- Independently design and execute sustainability awareness and communications activities across Europe and locally
- Manage charitable donation activities as well as organize and support volunteering activities
- Analyze best-practice in the industry on sustainability
- Collaborate proactively across functions and build relationships with key stakeholders in various departments
- Work in a virtual matrix organization with stakeholders at various levels (local, regional, corporate and with our global colleagues in Europe, Japan and the U.S.)
Education and Experience
- Master’s degree in Environmental Management, Sustainability, Public Health, Life Sciences, Business, Social Sciences or related fields
- 5+ years of proven professional experience in sustainability and ESG management at a company or consulting firm
- 5+ years of strong experience in environmental data reporting and management, esp. scope 3
- Solid knowledge of key sustainability reporting frameworks such as GRI, SSBJ, and CSRD and good understanding of the sustainability regulatory landscape
- Excellent skills in conducting awareness, communications and social engagement activities
- Experience working in a global matrix organization with strong cross-functional collaboration skills
Skills and additional Requirements
- Interdisciplinary work ability, team orientation, a sense of responsibility and high commitment
- Willingness to learn and proactively take on new tasks and challenges
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams
- Creative and oriented towards problem-solving
- Excellent MS Office skills
- English language proficiency is a must; German and/or Japanese language skills are an advantage
