Global Sustainability Program Leader

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with match

Parental leave

Job summary

Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. is seeking a Global Sustainability Program Leader to direct ESG reporting, strengthen GHG data governance, and advance product carbon footprint capabilities.

The role collaborates with cross-functional teams to ensure accurate, strategic ESG disclosures and executive-level insights. The position oversees the Sustainability Report, ESG data processes, and engagement with leaders to stay ahead of evolving regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Finance, Business, or related field.
• Experience in ESG reporting, ESG data governance, GHG accounting, or external ESG requests.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, drafting, and publication of the annual Sustainability Report.
• Own governance of ESG disclosures across external communications.
• Oversee ESG and GHG data readiness, documentation, and reporting processes.
• Advance and standardize product carbon footprint (PCF) methodologies.
• Support responses to customer, investor, and ESG ratings inquiries.
• Provide sustainability performance insights and updates to executive leadership.
• Monitor evolving ESG regulations and support disclosure readiness.

Skills

Leadership

ESG reporting

GHG data governance

Executive presentations

Cross-functional influence

Strong writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Environmental Science/Sustainability/Finance/Business

Advanced degree (Master's/MBA)

Tools

Excel

Data analysis tools

Job description

At Air Products, we reimagine what's possible. By tapping into the motivation of our people and our collective experience, we create the ideas and innovations that drive us forward. When we come together - where every voice is heard and everyone knows they belong and matter - we create solutions that launch people into space, support lifesaving care in hospitals, and enable the construction of groundbreaking, world scale production facilities.

Reimagine What's Possible

Are you passionate about sustainability, driving cross-functional impact, and shaping how a global company communicates its environmental, social, and governance progress? Air Products is seeking a Global Sustainability Program Leader who will lead ESG reporting, strengthen GHG data governance, and advance product carbon footprint capabilities across the enterprise. If you thrive in a high-visibility role, enjoy translating complex sustainability topics into strategic business insights, and are excited to help build a more sustainable tomorrow, we'd love to hear from you.

The Global Sustainability Program Leader owns the company's ESG reporting program, GHG data governance, and annual Sustainability Report. This role also leads product carbon footprint (PCF) process development and supports customer- and investor-facing sustainability disclosures.

This position partners across Operations, EHS, Finance, Commercial, Legal/Compliance, Investor Relations, and Corporate Communications to ensure accurate, consistent, and strategically aligned ESG reporting. The role also engages senior leadership through executive presentations, sustainability updates, and insights on emerging ESG trends and regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, drafting, and publication of the annual Sustainability Report
• Own governance of ESG disclosures across external communications
• Oversee ESG and GHG data readiness, documentation, and reporting processes
• Advance and standardize product carbon footprint (PCF) methodologies
• Support responses to customer, investor, and ESG ratings inquiries
• Provide sustainability performance insights and updates to executive leadership
• Monitor evolving ESG regulations and support disclosure readiness

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Finance, Business, or related field
• 10+ years of relevant experience, or 7+ years with strong ownership of ESG, sustainability reporting, or related cross-functional programs
• Experience in ESG reporting, ESG data governance, GHG accounting, or external ESG requests
• Strong writing, editing, and project leadership skills
• Ability to influence cross-functionally and communicate effectively with senior leaders
• Experience preparing executive-level presentations

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's, MBA, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with ESG reporting frameworks such as TCFD, ISSB, and CSRD
• Experience with GHG inventories, PCF concepts, or customer carbon data requests
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Relevant sustainability, carbon accounting, or project management certifications

What's In It for You:

• At Air Products we foster a culture of inclusion where every voice is heard, and everyone feels they belong and matter. Additionally, we offer competitive pay and great benefits for our employees.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance available day one of employment
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with 100% vested company core and match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life Insurance (AD&D), Supplemental AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Founded in 1940, Air Products is a world-leading industrial gases company and has a proud history of innovation, operational excellence, with an unwavering commitment to safety and environmental stewardship. Working together, we are taking our passion and diverse backgrounds forward to reimagine what's possible and generate a cleaner future for our customers, our communities, and the world.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

Air Products is committed to working with and providing a reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please e-mail us at [e-mail]. General application status inquiries are not answered by this mailbox rather you'll receive an e-mail directly from our Career Center and/or the Talent Acquisition Specialist.