Senior Manager, Environmental Sustainability

Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Glendale
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Senior Manager, Environmental SustainabilityApply Now - Apply LaterJob ID: 10117488Location: Glendale, California, United StatesBusiness: Disney ExperiencesDate posted: April 25, 2025Job Summary:This position leads the global design and implementation of sustainability programs focusing on Disney Consumer Products within Disney Experiences. The role drives sustainable product improvement, measurement, and communication across global DCP businesses, including vertically developed, wholesale, and licensed products.Role Overview2030 Environmental Goals & Public Commitments

• Develop strategies, rollout plans, and training programs to create more sustainable products with internal teams, suppliers, and licensees, aligning with TWDC 2030 goals on materials and emissions (scope 3).
• Implement product, packaging, and manufacturing goals with global cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with strategy, licensing, brand, creative, packaging, product development, legal, and supply chain.
• Establish formal engagement programs for licensees to understand scope 3 emissions and set Science-Based Targets.
• Lead a technical team supporting DCP sustainability initiatives.
• Ensure alignment among various teams working on sustainability aspects like materials, packaging, and product integrity.
• Coordinate objectives between enterprise CSR, GPP, and global teams on sustainability policies.
• Develop business processes and systems to track sustainability KPIs for reports and dashboards.
• Collaborate with global teams, including legal and licensing, to ensure consistent and effective deployment.Sustainability Messaging
  • Work with communications teams to develop sustainability communication programs aligned with TWDC branding.
  • Protect against greenwashing and provide expertise on product-specific environmental claims.
  • Partner with marketing and other teams on sustainability messaging.
  • Monitor policy landscape to deliver best-in-class communications.Technical, Partner & Relationships
    • Provide technical expertise on sustainability initiatives across categories.
    • Act as an expert on product sustainability attributes, certifications, and life cycle impacts.
    • Stay current on industry trends and innovative materials, sharing insights with business teams.
    • Build relationships with licensees and trade organizations on sustainability topics.
    • Partner with sourcing teams on supply chain sustainability strategies.Required Qualifications and Skills
      • 7+ years of progressive sustainability experience in government, corporate, or professional services.
      • Preferred: Direct experience in consumer products or retail.Education
        • Bachelor's degree in environmental science, public policy, or related fields required.
        • Preferred: Master's degree in environmental science.The salary range for this position in Glendale, CA is $151,000 - $202,500 annually. Compensation will consider internal equity, geographic region, experience, and knowledge. Benefits may include bonuses, incentives, and comprehensive health and financial benefits.About Disney ExperiencesDisney Experiences brings Disney stories to life through theme parks, resorts, cruises, and products worldwide. It includes six resort destinations, a cruise line, vacation ownership, and a global consumer products division, including licensing, publishing, and retail.About The Walt Disney CompanyThe Walt Disney Company is a leading global entertainment enterprise with segments including Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. Established in the 1920s, Disney continues to create world-class stories and experiences worldwide, operating in over 40 countries with a diverse workforce.This role is with Disney Consumer Prod & Interactive Media, part of Disney Experiences.Disney is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other legally protected status.Disability AccommodationApplicants requiring accommodations should visit the Disney disability accommodations FAQs. We respond only to requests related to accessibility of the application process due to disability.
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