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Position Overview:

Job Overview

Environmental sustainability at Disney focuses on using resources wisely as we grow our business. We have established ambitious environmental goals to minimize our impact as part of our commitment to social responsibility. The DPEP Corporate Citizenship team provides subject matter expertise, analytical support and program management in meeting current and future sustainability objectives.

The Manager of Environmental Sustainability will support the Sr Manager of Environmental Sustainability in the development, communication and implementation of specific environmental commitments across the consumer products business.  Commitments are focused on packaging recyclability, sustainable material sourcing and greener manufacturing techniques.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a traditional consumer products business as well as an understanding of the environmental impacts (including Scope 3) from manufacturing, sourcing or supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Manage various aspects of consumer products sustainability program and help ensure continued compliance with internal and publicly announced environmental goals
• Support the calculation of annual Scope 3 emissions estimates for the consumer products business
• Improve the accuracy of Scope 3 inventory moving from estimates to actuals and quantifying reductions
• Support sustainability messaging, product claims and branded program
• Collaborate with IT team to incorporate sustainability metrics into product lifecycle management system
• Liaise with Enterprise Social Responsibility and Global Public Policy on Scope 3/Science Based Targets goal development and reduction strategy

Basic Qualifications

• 4-5 years total of experience in CSR, ESG, corporate sustainability, product development or related roles in a corporate or consultant setting
• Knowledge of Scope 3 greenhouse gas accounting
• Demonstrated project management experience, with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Ongoing awareness, interest and passion for sustainability best practices
• Excellent oral/written communication and presentation skills
• Excellent computer literacy and able to process complex datasets, with experience analyzing, reporting, and summarizing data

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in R Statistical software, Tableau, Access, SQL, Adobe Illustrator,
• Conducting Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) using either Simapro, Gabi or similar software
• Knowledge of 3rd party sustainability certifications and environmental labeling schemes

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in environmental engineering/management, sustainability, business administration, environmental studies, environmental science

Preferred Education

• Master’s degree in environmental engineering/management, sustainability business administration, environmental science, earth sciences

About Parks, Experiences and Products:

The Disney Parks, Experiences and Products segment includes Disney’s iconic travel and leisure businesses, which include six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia, a top-rated cruise line, a popular vacation ownership program, and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Disney’s global consumer products operations include the world’s leading licensing business across toys, apparel, home goods, digital games and apps; the world’s largest children’s publisher; Disney store locations around the world; and the shopDisney e-commerce platform.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Consumer Prod & Interactive Media, which is part of a business we call Parks, Experiences and Products.

Disney Consumer Prod & Interactive Media is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.