International Sustainability Advisor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Lead the strategic launch and commercial expansion of sustainability assets within Elanco's international markets.

• Develop programs that deliver credible outcomes for Scope 3 and offset buyers.

• Design and convey monitoring requirements to the UpLook team.

• Execute emission reduction initiatives in collaboration with Elanco International teams.

• Oversee the complete design and development of carbon programs for OUS markets.

• Create program design documents and guide MMRV and operational strategies.

• Collaborate across program design, commercial, technical, and operations teams.

• Implement relevant standards and methodologies in carbon project design.

• Represent Elanco in global working groups.

• Manage relationships with consulting partners.

• Handle program-level risks and co-develop program contracts in partnership with Legal and Operations.

• Supervise MMRV processes for sustainability assets in key markets.

• Lead the localization and implementation of the UpLook platform in international markets.

• Advocate for OUS UpLook requirements in roadmap and prioritization discussions.

• Collaborate with Global Strategy on pathways for program commercialization.

• Provide technical insights to food chain and off-take partner account leaders.

• Assist with CPG/buyer contracting and engagement.

• Oversee third-party consultants, auditors, and technology partners.

• Position Elanco as a recognized expert in livestock sustainability through participation in industry panels and the publication of white papers.

• Report directly to the Vice President of Livestock Sustainability.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Science, Animal Biology, or a related field, along with 3+ years of experience, or a PhD with 1 year of experience.

• Over 5 years of progressive experience in sustainability, agribusiness, or marketing within the animal health or livestock industry.

• In-depth knowledge of carbon markets and GHG accounting, particularly Scope 3.

• Proven experience in applying key methodologies and standards in carbon project design, including voluntary carbon market experience, consulting, or MMRV design.

• Strong comprehension of dairy and feedlot/beef production systems, with direct engagement with producers.

• Familiarity with dairy and beef carbon footprinting methodologies.

• Experience with third-party validation and verification processes.

• Proficiency in English is required; Spanish or Portuguese is preferred.

• Willingness to travel globally up to 30% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Multiple relocation packages.

• Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US, in addition to PTO.

• 8-week parental leave.

• 9 Employee Resource Groups.

• Annual bonus offering.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Up to 6% 401K matching.

• Company-matching 401(k).

• Vacation benefits.

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.

• Flexible benefits, including healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts.

• Life insurance and death benefits.

• Time off and leave of absence benefits.

• Well-being benefits, including an employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities.