Director, ESG

Job description

The ESG Director is responsible for leading Coherent’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, reporting, customer engagement, sustainability initiatives, and operational ESG execution programs across the global organization. This position partners closely with operations, EHS, procurement, engineering, finance, legal, quality, and business leadership to support scalable ESG execution aligned with customer expectations, regulatory requirements, and corporate objectives. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Strategic Planning: - Develop and support execution of Coherent’s global ESG strategy aligned with operational priorities, customer expectations, and long-term sustainability objectives. - Support development of measurable ESG goals, roadmaps, and annual operating plans. - Monitor emerging ESG trends, regulations, customer expectations, and reporting requirements. - Provide recommendations to leadership regarding ESG risks, opportunities, and operational priorities ESG Program Management: - Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of ESG programs, standards, policies, and reporting processes. - Coordinate annual ESG reporting activities, sustainabi...