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I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of ... Oversee Takeda's hazardous waste disposal site review and approval program, ensuring the safe ...
I further attest that all information I submit in my employment application is true to the best of ... Oversee Takeda's hazardous waste disposal site review and approval program, ensuring the safe ...
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True Zero Waste information
What are some common challenges faced by professionals in True Zero Waste roles, and how can they be addressed?
What is a True Zero Waste professional?
What is the difference between True Zero Waste vs Zero Waste Coordinator?
| Aspect | True Zero Waste | Zero Waste Coordinator |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Often requires sustainability or environmental certifications | Typically requires environmental or sustainability certifications |
| Work Environment | Focuses on implementing zero waste strategies across organizations or communities | Works within organizations to develop and manage waste reduction programs |
| Industry Usage | Used in sustainability initiatives, environmental consulting, and community programs | Commonly employed in corporate, educational, or municipal settings |
While both roles focus on waste reduction, True Zero Waste emphasizes achieving complete waste elimination through strategic planning and community engagement, whereas Zero Waste Coordinator typically manages specific waste reduction projects within organizations. The roles often overlap but differ in scope and focus.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a True Zero Waste Manager, and why are they important?

Full-time
Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 13 days ago
Job description
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Job DescriptionAbout the role:
Develop and Implement Environmental Programs and Initiatives:Lead the creation and execution of Takeda'senterpriseenvironmental compliance and management programs, including natural resource conservation (e.g. water, biodiversity, waste, etc.), risk management and hazardous waste management.
Strategic Leadership and Collaboration:Provide EHSSleadership by collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate best practices intoenterprisebusiness processes and continuously improve manufacturing operations while enhancing environmental sustainability.
Regulatory Compliance and Advocacy:Direct environmental due diligence and represent Takeda in regulatory engagements, ensuring compliance with emerging global regulations and fostering sound environmental policies.
Operational Climate Strategy Oversight:Oversee the development, governance, and enterprise deployment of Takeda's Scope 1 and 2 operational climate strategy and net-zero roadmap to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions related to operations by FY2035, including renewable energy optimization and internal operating mechanisms across relevant workstreams.
Risk Management, Reporting, and Team Development:Developandexecuteenvironmentalrisk management andresiliencyinitiativesand strategiesaspart ofTakeda'senterpriserisk management framework, andmentora high-performingEHSSteamwhilesupportingenvironmentalandclimate-relatedreporting,disclosures, andassurance.
How you will contribute:
Lead the development and execution of Takeda'senterpriseenvironmental compliance oversight programs, ensuring adherence to applicable significant regulations and corporate policies and serving as lead environmental resource and subject matter expert to the sites when needed.
Drive natural resource conservation strategy and key initiatives aligned with Takeda's sustainability goals, including water efficiency and risk mitigation, wastemanagement and circularityand biodiversity.
Develop and execute environmental risk management initiatives/strategies as part of Takeda's risk management framework,identifyingand mitigating potential environmental liabilities.
Direct environmental due diligence efforts for mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures, assessing environmental liabilities and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Oversee Takeda's hazardous waste disposal site review and approval program, ensuring the safe, responsible, and compliant management of hazardous waste.
Monitor and interpret emerging global environmental regulations and trends affecting operations,advisingTakeda's leadership on potential business impacts and strategic responses.
Provide strategic EHSSleadership and input into Takeda's global manufacturing continuous improvement initiatives,optimizingoperational efficiencies while enhancing environmental sustainability.
Develop and implement environmental policies, standards, and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement contributing to Takeda's sustainability efforts.
Represent Takeda in engagements with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and external stakeholders to advocate for sound environmental policies and practices.
Oversee enterprise Scope 1 and 2 net-zero strategy and roadmap governance through FY2035:ensure program governance, operating mechanisms, prioritization, and cross-functional alignment across sites, facilities, and fleet (e.g., Engineering, Procurement, Facilities, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, HR, Fleet).
Oversee renewable energy strategy and instruments:optimizepurchasedrenewable energy approach and oversee PPA performance tracking and EAC management as needed tomaintainrenewable energy coverage across Takeda's portfolio.
Oversee Scope 1 and 2 data, reporting, and assurance readiness:ensure continuous improvement of data collection, analytics, forecasting/benchmarking, methodological accounting and measurement decisions, KPI/leading indicator tracking, and support for external reporting, disclosures, and assurance requirements.
Oversee voluntary carbon market (VCM) approach for operations:provide governance for strategic positioning, quality/measurement/transparency expectations, and oversight of carbon offsets and carbon removal investments/partnerships as applicable to Scope 1 and 2 program needs.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and proactive environmental management.
Assistwith effective environmental reporting and disclosures tomaintaintransparency, compliance, and alignment with Takeda's corporate sustainability commitments.
Other duties as assigned.
What you bring to Takeda:
Essential:
Degree in life sciences, engineering orsimilarfield.
10+yearsofexperienceinPharmaceutical/Biopharmaceutical(orassociatedindustry).
Experienceleadingteamsacrossmultiple locations
Experiencecollaboratingwith cross-functionalteams,regulatoryagenciesandvendors.
Program managementexperience;demonstratedapplicationof EHS practices.
Expertise inworldwideenvironmentalcompliance, EHS risk management, anddevelopmentofenvironmentalprograms(waste,wastewater, airpollution,biodiversity,pharmaceuticalsin theenvironment, etc.).
Demonstratedcapability tooverseeScope 1 and 2emissionsstrategy governance andexecution,includingrenewableenergy and data/reportingmaturitysupportingdisclosures/assurance.
Desired:
Industrycertifications(e.g.,CharteredEngineer, Certified Environment Professional,CharteredEnvironmentalProfessional, etc.).
Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.
For Location:
Lexington, MAU.S. Base Salary Range:
$177,000.00 - $278,080.00
The estimated salary range reflects an anticipated range for this position. The actual base salary offered may depend on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with state or local minimum wage requirements for the job location.
U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.
EEO Statement
Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
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