Mahindra & Mahindra—Manager - Sustainability & Environment

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Description: Responsibilities & Key Deliverables ESG Reporting, Disclosures & Governance • Lead annual ESG reporting and disclosure processes for Mahindra Agri Business. • Manage reporting requirements under BRSR, BRSR Core, CDP, DJSI/S&P CSA, GRI, TCFD, and other applicable frameworks. • Establish robust ESG data management systems, governance mechanisms, and assurance processes. • Coordinate with business functions for data collection, validation, consolidation, and reporting. • Develop ESG dashboards, MIS reports, and leadership updates for tracking sustainability performance and commitments. • Support internal and external ESG assessments, ratings, audits, and stakeholder engagements. MEAL Sustainability & ESG Requirements • Lead sustainability initiatives and ESG compliance requirements for Mahindra East Africa Limited (MEAL) operations. • Develop sustainability performance monitoring frameworks aligned with local regulations, investor requirements, and Mahindra Group standards. • Coordinate sustainability reporting, ESG disclosures, and environmental performance tracking for MEAL businesses. • Identify opportunities for decarbonization, resource efficiency, climate resilience, and sustainable agriculture practices across MEAL operations. Carbon Strategy & Offset Programs • Support development and implementation of carbon management strategy across Agri businesses. • Identify, evaluate, and develop carbon offset and carbon removal opportunities through regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, soil carbon, biochar, renewable energy, and nature-based solutions. • Drive carbon footprint assessments and GHG inventory management across Scope 1, Scope 2, and relevant Scope 3 emissions. • Collaborate with business units and external partners to establish credible carbon projects and generate environmental value. • Monitor evolving carbon market regulations, methodologies, standards, and opportunities. External Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement • Build and manage strategic partnerships with government agencies, industry bodies, NGOs, multilaterals, academic institutions, startups, and sustainability organizations. • Identify collaboration opportunities for sustainability innovation, climate action, regenerative agriculture, circular economy, and biodiversity initiatives. • Represent Mahindra Agri Business in relevant sustainability forums, working groups, industry platforms, and sectoral initiatives. • Facilitate partnerships for grant funding, technical collaborations, pilot projects, and sustainability capacity building. • Support sustainability-related advocacy and thought leadership initiatives Cross-Functional Collaboration • Collaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Strategy, HR, R&D, and International Business teams to drive sustainability objectives. • Ensure sustainability considerations are embedded within business processes, investment decisions, and operational practices. • Support leadership in sustainability reviews, governance forums, and strategic decision-making. Drive Experience 6-9 Years Industry Preferred FMCG, Sustainability Consulting, Manufacturing Qualifications B.Tech / M.Tech (Environmental, Chemical, Energy, Sustainability, Mechanical) / Master's in Environmental Science, Sustainability. MBA (Sustainability/Strategy preferred) General Requirements ESG & Sustainability Expertise - Strong understanding of ESG frameworks including BRSR, CDP, GRI, TCFD, ISSB, and ESG rating methodologies. Sustainability Strategy - Experience in developing and implementing sustainability roadmaps, targets, and transformation programs Carbon Management - Experience in GHG accounting, carbon markets, climate strategy, and carbon offset project development. Reporting & Analytics - Strong capabilities in sustainability reporting, data management, KPI tracking, and ESG performance analytics. Stakeholder Management - Ability to engage effectively with business leaders, investors, customers, NGOs, government agencies, and international organizations. Project Management - Strong execution capabilities with experience managing cross-functional sustainability projects. Communication & Leadership Excellent presentation, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills with the ability to drive organization-wide sustainability initiatives. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion