ABOUT THE JOB
At Sanofi Consumer Healthcare, we have one shared mission – we work passionately, every day, to ‘serve healthier, fuller lives’ now and for the generations to come. In order to do so, we strive to act as a force for good by integrating sustainability throughout our business and operating responsibly from both a social and environmental point of view.
Everything we do is centered around people’s interests – our consumers, our customers, healthcare professionals, and our employees – across the world.
We are building loved brands that serve 1bn consumers worldwide, through our key platforms: Allergy, Physical & Mental Wellness, Pain, Digestive Wellness and Cough, Cold & Flu.
We aspire to become the best Fast Moving Consumer Health (FMCH) company in and for the world and we aim to build a work environment where people can thrive, grow, enjoy and be at their best.
Our Team
You will be part of the Global Sustainability team at Sanofi Consumer Healthcare (Sanofi CHC). Our objective is to deliver our ambitious sustainability strategy founded on 2 pillars: Healthier Society, Healthier Planet. Find out more at Consumer Healthcare - Sanofi.
Main responsibilities
The Global Sustainability team is looking for an experienced Lead to drive the ongoing evolution and implementation of Sanofi CHC’s global sustainability reporting and disclosure strategy. The Lead will:
Develop Sanofi CHC’s overall strategy and roadmap on sustainability reporting and disclosure, taking into account reporting requirements and standards such as CSRD, the EU Taxonomy, TCFD, and other relevant reporting frameworks.
In close coordination with Finance and Communications, and working with external partners, drive the preparation of sustainability content for the annual report in alignment with CSRD requirements, all the while ensuring a compelling narrative. This includes overall project management of the sustainability content and its integration with financial disclosures in the annual report, timely engagement with stakeholders, contributions to report drafting, and a strong view to continuous improvement.
Support stakeholders in various functions by increasing their understanding of CSRD disclosure requirements, metrics, targets and their role and responsibilities during the annual reporting cycle. This could include conducting workshops and trainings and providing ad hoc support.
Review and updates Sanofi CHC’s double materiality assessment, in close collaboration with Finance.
Prepare annual CDP responses and other submissions with other key sustainability ratings and rankings.
Support other reporting efforts required for investor engagement and internal quarterly performance management reviews.
ABOUT YOU
We believe that professionals with the following experience and skillsets are well-suited for this position:
Education
Bachelors’ degree in a relevant field (sustainability, communications, social sciences, etc.)
Advanced degree preferred.
Skills/Experience
5-7 years relevant experience managing sustainability reporting and disclosure, including experience with double materiality assessments.
Solid grasp of relevant ESG regulations and standards, with a strong and growing knowledge of CSRD and its implications.
Demonstrated experience working with international teams.
Preferred - Experience working in healthcare or fast-moving consumer products industries.
Organisational skills
Excellent ability to multi-task and consolidate an expansive array of topics and stakeholders.
Excellent attention to detail, with a high level of accountability in work quality.
Communication
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
An ability to work with stakeholders at all levels, developing strong and collaborative working relationships and becoming a trusted partner.
Impact oriented
A hands-on, can-do attitude combined with an ability to work strategically and seize opportunities.
Ability to work at pace and deliver key milestones.
Desired traits
Ability to see the big picture.
An open mind, with an ability to pivot and flex as needed.
An international mindset, preferably developed from living in several countries.
Languages
Excellent English, both in understanding, speaking and writing.
French preferred but not required.
Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market.
We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet.
That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core.
Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands.
This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers.
We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification.
Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands.
