Lead - Sustainability & ESG

Role & responsibilities

ESG Strategy & Implementation

• Develop and implement the companys ESG and sustainability strategy aligned with corporate goals.
• Identify sustainability risks and opportunities across manufacturing operations and supply chains.
• Lead initiatives on energy efficiency, emissions reduction, waste management, and water conservation.

Environmental Management

• Monitor and improve performance related to carbon emissions, energy use, water consumption, and waste generation.
• Implement programs to achieve carbon reduction targets and resource efficiency improvements.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and internal policies.

ESG Reporting & Disclosures

• Lead preparation of sustainability reports aligned with frameworks such as:

• Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

• Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB)

• Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)

Governance & Compliance

• Develop ESG governance structures, policies, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with national environmental and sustainability regulations.
• Support internal audits and due diligence on ESG performance.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Engage with internal teams, external partners, regulators, and investors on ESG matters.
• Work with procurement teams to integrate sustainable sourcing and supplier ESG assessments.

Data Management & Metrics

• Track and analyze ESG KPIs across manufacturing sites.
• Build dashboards and systems for sustainability data collection and reporting.
• Provide regular performance updates to leadership.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct sustainability awareness programs for employees.
• Embed ESG considerations into decision-making across functions.

Preferred candidate profile

Key Skills

• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, sustainability reporting, and climate strategies
• Knowledge of environmental regulations relevant to manufacturing
• Strong analytical, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in environmental science, Sustainability, Engineering, or related field
• Professional certifications in sustainability or ESG reporting are an advantage

Experience

• 1015 years of experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental management, or related roles
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or Engineering environments preferred
• Experience preparing sustainability disclosures or ESG ratings submissions

Travel & Mobility: The position is based in Mumbai and frequent travel is anticipated to our plants located at Dharwad, Nasik & Nagpur.