Sustainability Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION Designation EHS Sustainability Manager Job Location Bangalore Department EHSS Reporting to Head -Environment Compliance and Sustainability Corporate About Syngene Incorporated in 1993 Syngene International Ltd is an innovation-focused global discovery development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical biotechnology nutrition animal health consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world Syngene s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb Baxter Amgen GSK Merck KGaA and Herbalife Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems improve R D productivity speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation Job Purpose We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager EHSS to lead the development and implementation of environmental health safety and sustainability programs at a large office site housing over 1 000 employees This role is critical in ensuring legal compliance workplace safety environmental stewardship and alignment with corporate goals including SBTi commitments and wellness integration The position also oversees essential programs such as fire safety travel risk management pest control and engagement with external partners Key Responsibilities Mandatory expectation for all roles as per Syngene safety guidelines Overall adherence to safe practices and procedures of oneself and the teams aligned Contributing to the development of procedures practices and systems that ensures safe operations and compliance with the company s integrity quality standards Driving a corporate culture that promotes environment health safety and sustainability EHSS mindset and operational discipline at the workplace at all times Ensuring safety of self teams and lab plant by adhering to safety protocols and following environment health safety and sustainability EHSS requirements at all times in the workplace Ensure all assigned mandatory training related to data integrity health and safety measures are completed on time by all members of the team including self Compliance to Syngene s quality standards at all times Hold self and their teams accountable for the achievement of safety goals Govern and Review safety metrics from time to time Core Purpose of the Role To work on Corporate Sustainability strategies goals and a robust suite of ESG programme To work closely with Divisions and operating units regions and its leadership teams on ESG matters Train employees in sustainability practices and track improvements Deliver targets with respect to Employee safety Energy Water and waste management To guide the team on environmental compliances for operating sites To generate a mechanism for sustainability performance review and establish active dashboard Drive CDP reporting Eco Vadis assessment and all other sustainability reporting for Syngene To strengthen environmental protection measures and drive the ESG program for the organization as a subject matter expert Map out Greenhouse Gas GHG emissions Scope-1 2 and 3 water consumption and waste footprint baseline and track the actionable and achieve targets Active involvement in Annual report BRSR ESG report preparation and ensure nil observations in external assurance audits Drive materiality assessment and improvement plans Align with site annual objectives for reduction in energy consumption as per SBTi Science based targets initiative and track progress To work on client specific sustainability requirements and track progress Advice and track to develop strategies for green supply chain management and reduction in Scope-3 emissions Engage external consultants legal counsel and regulatory bodies to address site or corporate compliance issues and lead direct resolution activities Develop risk and opportunities in terms of Climate change and water security for Syngene operations RCP s and ensure mitigative measures implemented and tracked Ensure Sites has a transparent data monitoring system on sustainability matters audit and build a robust fool proof system to ensure External Assurances can be achieved Corporate oversight includes the management of Company s audit program EHSS Liability reserves and conduct acquisition divesture assessments Drive Sustainability of the organization in line with the internationally recognized norms Educational Qualification Degree Master degree in Environmental Science Engineering -Chemical Environmental technology Knowledge and experience of managing compliance to environmental management systems e g ISO 14001 etc Understanding of Occupational laws e g OSHA and safety practices in order to minimize safety incidents Good understanding of ESG Environment and Social governance carbon footprints SBTi-Science based targets initiative organizational sustainability reporting in CDP Ecovadis etc Technical functional Skills Maximum 4-6 Points Strong understanding of environmental and safety regulations and standards e g OSHA ISO 45001 14001 Excellent leadership interpersonal and communication skills Experience supporting corporate sustainability or ESG frameworks IT literate with the ability to use the full Microsoft Office package Knowledge of current Health and Safety practice within Pharma sector Need strong analytical and detail orientation skill Good networking skill Experience 8 years of experience in large corporate environments 1 000 employees managing EHSS Sustainability Behavioral Skills Communication Conflict Resolution Work-life balance Time-Management Self-improvement Stress Management Patience Equal Opportunity Employer It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity EEO to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law In addition Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities