Senior Director Sustainability

OverviewThe Sustainability & ESG function defines the adidas direction for Sustainability and ESG for adidas in collaboration with relevant internal and external stakeholders.As Senior Director Sustainability, you will play a critical role in defining the direction for Sustainability & ESG and you lead the execution of our environmental Sustainability program, ensure delivery against key KPIs and targets in close collaboration across all functions, such as Product Development & Sourcing, Brand, Supply Chain Management, Finance, HR, Sales, Own Operations and develop cross-functional direction, guidance and upskilling on company\’s sustainability efforts. You will be responsible to ensure a successful contribution of the environmental program to the overall ESG performance of the company.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the strategic direction for the adidas environmental program with a focus on Climate and Nature related topics and secure the execution of the agreed targets in collaboration with all critical functions at adidas along the value chain, secure successful delivery of KPIs and targets, which includes our SBTI Climate targets, our Sourcing Environmental plan and our commitments to Nature, etc.Lead and ensure successful implementation of environmental-related ESG regulations affecting adidas today and in the future in collaborations with respective functions.Develop cross-functional senior leadership alignment, direction and guidance on company\’s longer-term environmental sustainability ambitions on key topics such as decarbonization, nature (biodiversity, water) and circularity and and ensure compliance with regulation. Create and own clear sustainability vision and strategy for the coming years.Lead industry engagement to tackle the biggest challenges that need industry collaboration. Influence and shape solutions to be adapted. Ensure adidas needs are covered and set up for success by pro-actively shaping the industry discussions.Represent adidas internally and externally as a spokesperson on our environmental sustainability efforts. This includes conversation with investors, media and other stakeholders.Manage memberships to environmental alliances and industry partnershipsDevelop measurable environmental targets and KPIs. Drive and execute related initiatives, track and report on progress.Lead implementation of solutions to enable environmental data management and reporting at scale to enable required reporting and measuring according to regulation.Lead internal engagement to ensure the organization is clear and upskilled about the sustainability direction, roles and responsibilities and KPIs.Manage and build an international high-performance team by providing performance objectives and feedback, addressing development needs, implementing training plans and structuring the team for optimal impact.Key RelationshipsProduct Development & Sourcing and MaterialsLegal and Governmental Affairs DepartmentCorp. Communication internal/external and Investor RelationsBrand: Innovation, Creation and ComsTech, Supply Chain Management Global Brand: Strategy, Innovation, Brand MarketingFinanceSEAInternal Audit/ControlsSales; Market Representatives and ChannelsKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesProfound technical expertise in sustainability management and track record in delivering sustainability programsIn-depth understanding of sustainability challenges of our industryStrong analytical skillsPragmatic approach of leading programs/projects and proven track record in leading large-scale initiativesWell-established network to external organisations, innovation hubs and solution providersAbility to take a strategic view, bigger picture view and action resultsAbility to positively challenge the status quoStrong communication skills (verbally and in writing) with multiple stakeholdersInclusive mindset; ability to create buy-in and build common denominatorsTeam player who empowers creativity from the bottom-upHigh ethical integrityRequisite Education and Experience / Minimum QualificationsFour-year university degree, preferably master\’s degree in environmental science, CSR, engineering or related fieldsMinimum 12 years\‘ work experience in sustainability ideally with a focus on decarbonization, innovation, circularity and biodiversityMinimum 6 years proven leadership of diverse & global teams and projects in a matrix organization #J-18808-Ljbffr