ESG Reporting Specialist

at  VF Corporation

The Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) Reporting Specialist will play a crucial role in enhancing VF’s reputation with external stakeholders across the world through the development of ESG disclosures that showcase the company’s Purpose, to power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet.
As an integral member of VF’s ESG Reporting team, the ESG Reporting Specialist will have a key role in the development and publication of VF’s annual Environmental & Social Responsibility Report, including ensuring alignment with ESG standards and frameworks ( e.g., GRI, SASB, ISSB, etc.). This role will also be responsible for leading the research and development of the company’s responses to ESG-related surveys, ratings, rankings and disclosures ( e.g., CDP, ISS, Fashion Transparency Index, etc.). A successful candidate for the ESG Reporting Specialist position will have strong writing, research and interpersonal skills as this role will require both close collaboration with teams from across the global enterprise in addition to independent work related to research and content development for disclosures.
How You Will Make a Difference

SKILLS FOR SUCCESS:

Years of Related Professional Experience: 3 years
Educational Position Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, corporate social responsibility, or related program. Equivalent years of experience in a substantially similar industry may be considered in lieu of a degree.

WHAT WE EXPECT YOU ALREADY KNOW:

Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills are a must.
Familiarity with the key concepts of corporate sustainability, ESG, CSR, etc. is preferred.
Working knowledge of ESG reporting frameworks and standards ( e.g., GRI, ISSB, etc.).
Sophisticated analytical or problem-solving techniques to identify root causes of issues.
Experience communicating to audiences who are not familiar with ESG in a persuasive manner.
Superb written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate information succinctly.
Self-motivation and self-starter skills, able to work independently with limited supervision.

SPECIAL PHYSICAL AND/OR MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

May require travel up to 10%
Hiring Range : $74,304.00 USD - $92,880.00 USD annually
Incentive Potential : This position is eligible for additional compensation awards that may include an annual incentive plan, sales incentive, or commission potential. Specific details of the additional compensation eligibility for this position will be provided during the recruiting and interview process.
Benefits at VF Corporation : You can review a general overview of each benefit program offered, including this year’s medical plan rates on www.MyVFbenefits.com and by clicking Looking to Join VF? Detailed information on your benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
P lease note, our hiring ranges are determined and built from market pay data. In determining the specific compensation for this position, we comply with all local, state, and federal laws.
At VF, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at peopleservices@vfc.com . VF will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.
Pursuant to all applicable local Fair Chance Ordinance requirements, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, VF will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Support the development and publication of VF’s Environmental & Social Responsibility Report.
Develop all content for the Appendix sections of VF’s Environmental & Social Responsibility Report, including the data tables and all relevant ESG reporting framework indices ( e.g., GRI).
Lead the annual revision and submission of VF’s CDP Climate Change and Water disclosures.
Manage the routine tracking, documentation and updates of VF’s profile on key investor ESG ratings and rankings platforms ( e.g., ISS, MSCI, Sustainalytics, etc.).
Provide support to VF and brand teams on the completion of industry, media and NGO surveys
Lead the completion of environmental & social disclosure requests from external stakeholders.
Help to ensure the accuracy and consistency of VF publications with ESG-related content.

HOW YOU WILL DO IT :

Support project management aspects of VF’s annual Environmental & Social Responsibility Report including updating VF’s internal reporting site and outreach for content collection.
Help facilitate internal content reviews for the Environmental & Social Responsibility Report.
Engage with teams across VF and the brands to identify new content for public disclosure.
Collaborate with VF’s ESG Data Governance Manager to compile all data points for the Environmental & Social Responsibility Report and related disclosures and ensure accuracy.
Work with external consultants and the sustainability team to draft responses for the qualitative components of VF’s CDP Climate Change and Water disclosures. Additionally, research changes to the CDP methodology annually, lead the internal review process and oversee submission.
Research emerging and annual updates to relevant ESG reporting frameworks and standards.
Lead the research, development and internal review for responses for key environmental and social disclosure requests from external stakeholders ( e.g., KnowTheChain, Corporate Human Rights Benchmark, Word Benchmarking Alliance, UNGC Communication on Progress, etc.).
Manage VF’s ESG ratings and ranking tracking process and develop internal memos, presentations, etc. as needed for leadership on VF’s ESG performance.
Work with VF’s global communications team as needed to review information and data in press releases, website stories, and other forms of media for consistency with VF’s ESG reporting.
Oversee the management and updating of VF’s annual ESG voluntary disclosure calendar.