PepsiCo Looking For Sustainability Manager at Gurgaon, Haryana, Full Time

Main Purpose:

• PepsiCo PACS team develops champions and coordinates the implementation of a full spectrum of pep+ initiatives, encompassing but not limited to positive water impact, plastic waste management, sustainable agriculture, Climate etc; CSR programs, CSR reporting; onboarding NGO partners; community engagement, payroll giving, employee volunteering and drive PepsiCo Foundation programs. All these activities contribute to sustainable business and operation.
• This role is based in Gurgaon reporting directly to Chief Government Affairs & Communications Officer, PACS team. The role holder will drive the Sustainability & CSR agenda for the organisation.

Responsibilities

Key Accountabilities:

• Drive pep+ sustainability vision for PepsiCo India
• Ensure achievement of sustainability KPIs around water & plastics
• Develop, implement and monitor comprehensive CSR plan for PepsiCo India
• To implement & monitor PepsiCo Foundation programs
• To enhance company’s reputation, through sustainability & CSR programs
• Evaluate and build strategic partnerships with NGOs and other stakeholders for implementation of Sustainability & CSR programs as well as to promote company’s image
• Develop, improve and support employee engagement in CSR activities of the organisation
• Lead and maintain sustainability reporting based on global standards
• Ensure audits for water, plastics and sustainability report
• Represent PepsiCo in internal/ external forums for driving PepsiCo’s sustainability agenda

Qualifications

Key Skills/Experience Required:

• Existing network of sustainability contacts
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and interpersonal skills
• Experience: Individual must have a minimum of 12-15 years’ experience in a professional setting with a good mix of environment and development background. Individual should have sound knowledge related to water, waste, climate change and other key environmental issues faced by business in India, have a deep understanding of regulatory issues such as 2 % CSR Rules & Plastic Waste Management Rules, developed at least 3 sustainability reports and should have led at least 2 CSR programs. Exposure to independent sustainability assurance is desirable.
• Leadership Qualities to drive cross-functional teams & effective stakeholder management
• Exudes professionalism: Individual should be able to consistently demonstrate sound judgment, maturity and discretion
• Independent spirit: Individual should be able effectively manage their time and stay on task to produce high-quality work within agreed timelines
• Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion

Qualifications:

• The candidate should have atleast 10-15 years of experience in Sustainability & CSR field & Master’s degree in Environment /Sustainable Development or related fields