Panasonic Energy - Manager, Sustainability Strategy

Panasonic Energy – Manager, Sustainability Strategy Panasonic Energy is a core player in the global transition to electrification, particularly through lithium-ion battery production for electric vehicles and energy storage. By The Sustainability Grid Desk Salary Not publicly disclosed Setting Likely Onsite / Hybrid (varies by site) Location United States (e.g., Sparks, Nevada or De Soto, Kansas) Type Full Time Experience Mid to Senior Level About Panasonic Energy This is not just sustainability on paper. This is sustainability embedded in industrial-scale production. The Opportunity This role operates at the intersection of: Manufacturing ESG complianceEnergy transition You are not observing sustainability trends. You are implementing them inside one of the most critical industries of the decade . What You’ll Do Lead sustainability initiatives across operations and global stakeholders Drive implementation of ESG programs across sites and functions Environmental & Compliance Systems Manage frameworks such as: ISO 14001 (environmental management)ISO 45001 (health and safety)Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) standards Support greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction initiatives Advance renewable energy adoption within operations Supply Chain & Responsible Sourcing Work with suppliers and partners to ensure ESG compliance Support audit readiness and continuous improvement across the value chain Cross-Functional Execution Collaborate with: EngineeringOperationsProcurementGlobal headquarters (including Japan) This is a matrix environment where influence matters more than authority What They’re Looking For A sustainability operator who understands industry, not just theory. Core signals: Experience in ESG, sustainability, or environmental management Strong project management capability Familiarity with manufacturing or industrial environments Ability to work across global teams and stakeholders What Makes This Role Interesting Battery manufacturing is ground zero for the energy transition. You are dealing with: High energy consumption Complex supply chains Regulatory pressure Customer scrutiny And yet, demand is exploding. This role asks a hard question: Can we scale clean energy without scaling environmental impact? Why This Role Matters Electric vehicles do not solve climate change by default. Their supply chains decide that. This role influences: How batteries are produced How emissions are reducedHow sustainability is verified How batteries are produced How emissions are reduced How sustainability is verified Which means it sits directly inside the future of energy. #J-18808-Ljbffr