Baxter International Inc. · 1 day ago
Assoc Dir, Environmental Sustainability Climate Risks & Regulatory Reporting
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$144K/yr - $198K/yr
12+ years expBaxter International Inc. is dedicated to redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact. The role involves providing senior leadership for developing and advancing global environmental sustainability climate risks strategy, overseeing sustainability reporting, and cultivating relationships across various teams to further advance the company’s sustainability goals.
BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedical
No H1B
Responsibilities
Builds and develop environmental sustainability reportingprocess and structure improvements to drive execution, efficiency, accuracy and completeness of externally facing data
Monitors reporting body initiatives and regulatory requirements to ensure alignment with reporting processes and controls; including partnering with CSO and ESG to complete the following frameworks: Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directives (CSRD), International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB),Taskforce Climate Financial Disclosure(TCFD), CDP
Evaluates and provides direction on selecting appropriate frameworks and reporting structures for Baxter
Leads compliance initiatives for the company, including identifying environmental data gaps and collaborating with functional leads to implement improvements
Advises on software platform selection/modifications and supports the implementation of effective data solutions
Represents EHS&S/ Operational Environmental Sustainability team as CR Report Core Team Member; coordinates with team members for data review/prep in support of Protect the Planet commitments. Primary point of contact assuring all internal content, including main report narrative, performance data, appendices, Supplemental Content, Climate Action Roadmap are accurate and representative of Baxter sustainability performance
Conducts outreach with peers for benchmarking; engages with external stakeholders, and industry groups to assess performance and provide recommendations for strategic value drivers
Develops controls process for data, including KPIs, dashboards and data roll-up. Evaluates integration of data reportinginto Baxter’s management systems and ensures both internal (monthly) and external (annual) reporting processes are in place and driven effectively
Creates and leads monthly performance reporting process
Oversees segment sustainability reporting and assurance processes to minimize Baxter’s reputational risk and meet internal and external partner expectations
Development of the company wide decarbonization strategy, including risk mitigation and Renewable Electricity transition to 100% cost-effective sourcing in alignment with GHG Protocol carbon accounting standards
Leads the Climate Resiliency Pillar in partnership with the Risk & Resiliency (ISC), Risk Management, and Sustainability organizations. Ensuring long-term success and compliance with evolving environmental and sustainability governance requirements
Manages the Climate Resiliency program in alignment with the corporate risk management reporting framework, ensuring proactive identification and mitigation of climate-related risks
Monitors potential sustainability-related tax implications, identifies and provides recommendations for subsidy opportunities that support Baxter’s environmental initiatives
Provides input into the development of Baxter’s global sustainability roadmaps, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and environmental impact goals
Influences cross-functionally to drive Operational Environmental Strategy, including EHSS, Corporate Responsibility, ESG Controller, Procurement, Human Resources, Legal, etc., to foster a culture of sustainability by integrating environmental priorities into core business functions and decision-making processes
Provides thought leadership and garners consensus from cross-functional leaders and company leadership on corporate Environmental Sustainability Reporting, and Climate Risks, supporting initiatives, investment areas and overall execution plan
Partners with leadership to develop ISC Supply Chain strategy and environmental sustainability goals, including communication, engagement and implementation planning
Development of company-wide strategy for goals and initiatives as part of the CR/ESG Strategy and in alignment with the Sr. Director and the Leadership Team
Coaches, advises, and builds proficiency of Baxter cross-functional leaders, and working group leads on ways to improve outcomes and position the company for regulatory compliance on environmental, social, and governance topics
Applies data analytics & innovation to analyze ongoing initiatives as well as the environmental impact of operations, track progress, and make informed decisions to optimize sustainability efforts
Partners with Internal Audit and Finance/ESG Controller to ensure environmental sustainability data is assured to standard & in accordance with existing and emerging requirements
Drives critical communications around the business impacts of environmental sustainability reporting requirements/ commitments and progress against goals to leadership; uses influence to advance CR/ESG strategy overall for Baxter
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering subject area or equivalent degree
12+ years of professional-level experience leading environmental governance, developing sustainability programs, leading partners and embedding sustainability into global businesses
Extensive experience interpreting and applying state and federal environmental sustainability regulations, as well as other global environmental regulatory regimes
Excellent project management, program management, communication, and interpretation of complex environmental data and trends
Showed success leading and actively engaging large teams with a clear vision and positive outcomes in a collaborative environment with a bias for action
Strong networking skills
Must be able to communicate complex technical issues clearly to a variety of audiences, from senior leaders to plant personnel
Work well in a collaborative, matrix environment
Proven track record of interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to interface well with other departments
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to respond to detailed inquiries and present information to groups and senior leaders
Strong business acuity
Preferred
Master's in Corporate Environmental Management, or Sustainable Business or equivalent or 10+ years of Environmental Corporate Reporting
Green or Black Belt certification
Professional certifications
Benefits
Medical and dental coverage that start on day one
Insurance coverage for basic life, accident, short-term and long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (RSP), with options for employee contributions and company matching
Flexible Spending Accounts
Educational assistance programs
Paid holidays
Paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service
Family and medical leaves of absence
Paid parental leave
Commuting benefits
Employee Discount Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Childcare benefits
Company
Baxter International Inc.
For nearly a century, we have delivered on our commitment to saving and sustaining the lives of patients, working alongside clinicians and providers around the world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.28BKey Investors
German Federal Ministry of Education and Research
2025-12-08Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2021-04-21Grant· $1.81M
2019-05-15Post Ipo Debt· $1.68B
Leadership Team
Andrew Hider
President and Chief Executive Officer
Giuseppe Accogli
EVP & Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
HospitalManagement.net
2026-01-16
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