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ESG & DEI Lead

ESG & DEI Lead

Sigachi | PharmaHyderabad, Telangana, India
2 days ago
Job description

Note :

  • Only candidates from Pharma / Chemical Manufacturing industry background will be considered

About Sigachi

Sigachi Industries Limited, a publicly listed healthcare company, operates at the forefront of the Pharmaceutical, Food, and Nutrition industries. Established in 1989, the company is one of the world's largest manufacturers of cellulose and cellulose-based products. With five advanced facilities strategically located in Telangana, Gujarat, and Karnataka, Sigachi adheres to the highest quality standards, holding certifications such as WHO-GMP, EXCiPACT GMP, SGMP, HACCP, EDQM CEP, FSSA, and ISO 9001 : 2015.

Sigachi has earned a reputation as a reliable and quality-driven supplier, serving customers Asia, Australia, US, Europe and Middle East. A value-driven organization, Sigachi cultivates a culture of innovation, expertise, and employee well-being to embody its motto, "Experience Excellence" and is guided by its vision to create a Happier, Healthier and Joyful world. Sigachi proudly holds the distinction of being certified as a "Great Place to Work" and is EcoVadis certified.

Sigachi has been growing at 30% CAGR over the last three years. Sigachi is poised for exponential growth in the coming years, both organic & inorganic through expansions, diversification, acquisition, mergers.

Our Commitment to DEI :

Sigachi is committed to cultivating, fostering, and preserving a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our DEI based hiring & people management practices thrive and hire people from diverse backgrounds with wide ideas and varied experience who can collectively contribute to overall business growth

About the Role :

The ESG & DEI lead will be responsible for integrating sustainability, equity, and inclusivity into the organization’s core practices. The individual will craft, execute forward-looking ESG and DEI strategies that align with the company’s overarching vision, driving impact across operations, culture, and communities.

The person shall coordinate with factory units and work with cross-functional teams to embed sustainable practices, champion diversity, and enhance stakeholder value.

This position demands a visionary, capable of aligning global standards with organizational priorities, ensuring compliance, transparency, and measurable outcomes.

Key Job Responsibilities :

  • Develop and implement impactful ESG strategies to drive sustainability, resource optimization, and emissions reduction across all functions.
  • Lead Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) using the ISO 14040 and 14044, and GHG accounting using the GHG Protocol to support climate objectives.
  • Integrate UN SDG principles into organizational strategies, ensuring measurable outcomes.
  • Prepare Sustainability reports & BRSR reports.
  • Ensure understanding and compliance with key regulations such as GRI, CSRD, GHG protocol, EUDR, EU Taxonomy, and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) along with adherence to international certifications and standards.
  • Lead DEIB initiatives to foster an inclusive and equitable workplace culture.
  • Collaborate with departments to integrate DEIB into policies, recruitment, and engagement strategies.
  • Track and report DEIB metrics, ensuring alignment with ESG goals and industry standards.
  • Lead initiatives to improve EcoVadis performance and sustainability ratings.
  • Design and implement CSR initiatives that generate tangible social and environmental benefits. Work externally with partners to help create annual CSR plans to align with broader ESG objectives.
  • Stay informed of global ESG regulatory developments, particularly in EU and US markets; devise ways to integrate them into Sigachi’s imperatives.
  • Role Specification / Requirement :

  • Minimum 4 years in ESG implementation and its reporting, preferably in a chemical and / or pharmaceutical manufacturing setting.
  • Hands on knowledge of ESG imperatives as well as strategic alignment of ESG and DEIB initiatives with business goals and cross-functional team leadership.
  • Technical and operational expertise in ESG and DEI, ensuring global compliance, sustainability, and inclusivity with timely, impactful execution.
  • Strong execution skills, managing multiple projects and delivering results on time.
  • Effective communication skills, influencing stakeholders, and fostering an inclusive culture driving ESG & DEI initiatives through collaborative efforts.
  • Ability to navigate regulatory changes and identify solutions to challenges swiftly.
  • Proficiency and expertise in ESG frameworks, GHG Protocol, UN SDGs, EcoVadis, EPR, EUDR, CSRD, EU Taxonomy.
  • Aligning strategies for integrating DEIB initiatives within the organization.
  • Other pre-requisites :

  • Education qualification – Master’s, MBA or equivalent degree in Sustainability, Environmental Management, or related fields (preferably from Tier 1 or Tier 2 institutes). Bachelor’s degree holders with 3-10 years’ relevant experience in ESG will also be considered.
  • Skilled in managing sustainability inquiries from customers and aligning organizational practices with market demands.
  • Experienced in preparing sustainability reports, including BRSR, in line with domestic and global standards.
  • Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and project management skills.
  • Proven track record of integrity, results-driven execution, strategic thinking, and strong people and client leadership.
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