Senior Manager - ESG and Sustainability

Samsung; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. is seeking a Sustainability Senior Manager to accelerate ESG programs in the US. You will collaborate with internal teams to manage compliance and reporting, strengthen sustainability governance, and align initiatives with corporate strategies.

A key focus includes advancing product energy efficiency and responsible materials across SEA operations. The role emphasizes sustainable operations, performance measurement, and engagement with stakeholders, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Senior-level experience developing and implementing ESG programs with business integration.
• Strong ability to analyze data and influence leadership on policy changes.
• Independent judgment with minimal supervision and sound financial acumen.
• Experience implementing integrated ESG programs, KPI reporting and governance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ESG compliance and reporting across SEA US units.
• Develop KPI dashboards and regular performance reviews for sustainability.
• Support governance, cross-functional initiatives and stakeholder engagement.
• Review marketing claims and corporate ESG reporting for accuracy.
• Assist sales and operations with sustainability-related RFPs and collaterals.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and responsible procurement.

Skills

ESG programs

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Policy development

Financial acumen

Independent judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Summary

This role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship

Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA), the U.S. Sales and Marketing subsidiary, is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances, enterprise solutions and networks systems. For more than four decades, Samsung has driven innovation, economic growth and workforce opportunity across the United States-investing over $100 billion and employing more than 20,000 people nationwide. By integrating our large portfolio of products, services and AI technology, we're creating smarter, sustainable and more connected experiences that empower people to live better. SEA is a wholly owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

To learn more, visit Samsung.com. For the latest news, visit news.samsung.com/us.

Every role at Samsung presents a new opportunity to make a lasting, global impact. We believe that innovation and growth are driven by an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We're seeking innovators to create a global team where everyone belongs and has equal opportunities, inspiring our talent to be their true selves. Together, we are building a better tomorrow for our customers, partners and communities.

Join the Samsung family and be part of the team that's creating a better future.

Role and Responsibilities

OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITIES

Building on corporate strategy, the Sustainability Senior Manager will accelerate the scale and impact of Samsung Electronics' ESG programs in the US. The Sr. Manager will collaborate with internal teams to manage compliance and reporting, as well as strengthen sustainability governance and business integration in support of evolving customer expectations and in alignment with corporate initiatives. A key responsibility of the role will be to mobilize the organization to sustainably advance SEA business objectives with emphasis on key impact areas such as product energy efficiency, responsible materials, sustainable operations, product stewardship and values engagement. The Sr. Manager will support communications, sales and operations teams and will measure and report on SEA's performance against its goals.

Compliance & Reporting

Responsible for coordination across SEA subsidiaries for compliance with California climate disclosure regulations and all other ESG disclosure requirements pertaining to the U.S. region

Own Task Force with internal stakeholders to ensure reporting is verified and assured, working with SEA Legal and Finance and cross-divisional leads

Supporting process for emissions verification and assurance

Governance and Engagement

Recommend KPI dashboard and support regular reporting cadence for SEA sustainability performance reviews.

Coordinate cross-functional initiatives in support of strategic objectives and facilitate visibility across SEA.

Support events, trainings and programs that engage and educate on sustainability priorities.

Communications and Reputation

Support review of marketing and PR sustainability claims, corporate ESG reporting, and updates to US Environmental Toolkit.

Refresh award and recognition strategy. Prepare and submit award applications in partnership with internal stakeholders.

Work with s.com and compliance teams to audit online presence and ensure sustainability content is accurate and up to date.

Sales Support

Support response to sustainability related RFPs and customer inquiries. Track and respond to these accurately and efficiently.

Refresh trainings for SEA Sales and service teams. Develop collateral for customer interactions.

Benchmark key customer sustainability priorities and identify partnership opportunities with major accounts.

Operations

Support fulfillment of NA Green Power commitment. Identify and recommend opportunities to streamline and reduce cost of GPP procurement.

Support facilities' efforts to develop and maintain ENERGY STAR POY levels of performance.

Benchmark best practices of SEA vendors. Develop proposal for green procurement recognition program

Skills and Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor' Degree with 10+ years of relevant experience

Senior-level, progressive experience developing and implementing ESG programs, with a strong focus on business integration.

Exercises a high degree of independent judgment in recognizing problems and developing solutions. Strong business and financial acumen.

A track record of executing assignments accurately and efficiently, with minimal supervision. Strong ability to analyze and interpret data.

Experience working with and influencing company leadership on projects that involve new policies and programs.

Prior experience in implementing an integrated ESG program; especially goal setting, performance metrics/KPI reporting, internal management systems, etc.

A sophisticated and deep understanding of contemporary ESG issues and stakeholder perspectives.

Ability to anticipate trends and issues that impact the Company's business strategy and reputation.

Preferred Skill