Manager Sustainability

Title: Manager Sustainability

Location:

Petaling Jaya, MY, MY

Global Business Unit: PM

Job Function: Regulatory Services

Requisition Number: 216149

Description

Job Summary

The Manager, Sustainability leads the implementation of the BU PM sustainability strategy across Asia, ensuring alignment with DKSH Group ESG frameworks and compliance with emerging regional regulations. The role drives cross-functional collaboration, enhances ESG data transparency, and supports innovation initiatives to enable the Business Unit’s transition towards net-zero and circular economy models.

Essential Responsibilities

Strategic Implementation

• Deploy the BU PM Sustainability Framework across Asian markets
• Align Business Unit sustainability initiatives with global ESG standards (e.g. ISSB, GRI, TCFD, CSRD)
• Support double materiality assessments and ESG risk mapping activities
  
  

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

• Monitor and ensure compliance with applicable regional sustainability and ESG regulations
• Lead ESG disclosures, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions
• Prepare ESG data and processes for third-party assurance and audit readiness
  
  

Project & Stakeholder Management

• Support supplier sustainability assessments and engagement initiatives
• Manage sustainability ratings and platforms (e.g. EcoVadis, Sedex)
• Coordinate with external ESG rating agencies and partners
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define and track sustainability KPIs and scorecards
  
  

Innovation & Capacity Building

• Champion the use of digital tools for ESG and sustainability data collection and reporting
• Stay informed on emerging sustainability trends, regulations, and best practices
• Support training initiatives and development of sustainability champions across markets
  
  

Social Impact & Inclusion

• Integrate human rights due diligence into sustainability strategies and processes
• Promote inclusive, ethical, and equitable sustainability practices across Asian markets
  
  

Job Requirements

Functional Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of ESG frameworks and sustainability regulations in Asia
• Experience with Scope 3 emissions, climate scenario analysis, and carbon accounting
• Familiarity with circular economy principles and biodiversity-related metrics
• Strong stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and project management skills
• Proficiency in digital ESG platforms, reporting tools, and data visualisation
• Ability to work effectively with colleagues across countries and cultures
• Strong personal motivation to drive positive environmental and social impact
  
  

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Law, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field
  
  

Work Experience

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in sustainability, ESG, or corporate responsibility roles
  
  

Requisition Number: 216149

Job Function: Regulatory Services