Manager, Sustainability Reporting and Strategic Projects

Zoetis is seeking a Manager, Sustainability Reporting and Strategic Projects in New Jersey to lead sustainability reporting and strategic initiatives. The role involves managing ESG disclosures, collaborating with stakeholders, and overseeing project plans to align with sustainability goals. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, 5+ years of relevant experience, and knowledge of sustainability frameworks. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.
Role Description

In 2021, Zoetis launched Driven to Care, the company's first sustainability plan, which builds on our commitments

to our colleagues, customers, partners, and the communities we serve. Across three pillars - Communities, Animals and Planet - our sustainability strategy outlines our priorities and the aspirations we have set to become an even more sustainable business and to support a healthier future for us all.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Manager, Sustainability Reporting and Strategic Projects, to drive our sustainability reporting strategy and support the delivery of strategic sustainability initiatives. This role involves collaborating closely with partners across the business to lead key sustainability reporting and disclosures for our stakeholders and in alignment with applicable requirements. Additionally, this role will oversee strategic projects for implementation of our sustainability reporting strategy.

Responsibilities

· Manage key sustainability reporting deliverables, including for both voluntary and regulatory ESG disclosures

· Interpret and apply internal policies and controls related to sustainability reporting

· Apply sustainability reporting frameworks and methodologies in compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and guidelines

· Collaborate for the delivery of double materiality assessments to align and report on the most significant ESG issues for Zoetis

· Support Zoetis' annual Sustainability Report process

· Develop project plans to deliver sustainability reporting and due diligence activities, advancing our progress on Driven to Care and aligning with regulatory requirements

· Coordinate activities to advance policies and programs to meet our sustainability reporting requirements

· Manage gap assessments and closure processes for sustainability reporting

· Support engagement with external stakeholders, including customers, investors and industry groups, to communicate Zoetis' sustainability efforts and gather feedback

· Coordinate with internal stakeholders to develop and deliver materials for sustainability presentations and strategic meetings

· Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to drive sustainability initiatives and projects across the organization

· Benchmark Zoetis' sustainability performance against industry peers and identify opportunities for improvement

· Track landscape changes for ESG disclosures and provide guidance on upcoming trends

Education, Experience, and Skills

· Bachelor's degree is required; Master's Degree is a plus

· 5+ years of experience in ESG disclosures, sustainability program support, sustainability reporting, sustainability project management, or related experience

· An understanding of key sustainability frameworks, disclosures, and regulations including EU CSRD, CSDDD, TCFD, SASB, and CDP

· Demonstrated history of project management experience

· Strong grasp of the ESG data landscape

· Superb written and verbal communication skills, as well as the proven ability to effectively convey animal health sustainability and ESG themes with key stakeholders (i.e., customers, investors, industry organizations)

· Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

· Strategic and analytical thinker with a successful track record of managing complex problems and working collaboratively across departments and levels

· Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Able to navigate ambiguity and strong problem-solving skills

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Connected to our purpose and Core Beliefs, at Zoetis, we lead with inclusion. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) focus helps create an environment where each colleague can thrive. Our commitment to DE&I begins with our leadership team of diverse backgrounds, experiences and ethnicities, and it is demonstrated in our support of our colleagues and the animal health industry. We have nine colleague resources groups whose members spread awareness, foster inclusivity and make a positive impact on our business and communities.

Our commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has earned us recognitions as a 2024 Catalyst Award recipient and a Top 50 Company for Workplace Fairness by Fair360 (formerly DiversityInc). Zoetis has also been named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality, a Best Company for Working Parents, a Top Company for Executive Women, among many others. Learn more here.

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