Director, ESG

Coherent Corp.

ESG Director leading Coherent’s environmental, social, and governance strategy globally. Overseeing sustainability reporting, compliance activities, and customer engagement within a global manufacturing environment.

Posted 5/15/2026full-timeSanta Clara • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $221,875 - $310,625 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and support execution of Coherent’s global ESG strategy aligned with operational priorities, customer expectations, and long-term sustainability objectives.
Lead development, implementation, and continuous improvement of ESG programs, standards, policies, and reporting processes.
Coordinate annual ESG reporting activities, sustainability disclosures, and customer ESG assessments.
Support integration of ESG initiatives into manufacturing, supply chain, and operational activities.
Represent Coherent in ESG-related meetings, conferences, customer engagements, and industry forums.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Business, or related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
Minimum 10+ years of experience in ESG, sustainability, EHS, compliance, operations, or related disciplines.
Strong knowledge of ESG frameworks, sustainability reporting, RBA requirements, and customer ESG expectations.
Experience leading cross-functional operational initiatives and reporting programs.
Experience with ISO14001, ISO45001, ISO50001, sustainability reporting frameworks, customer compliance programs, and ESG data management systems preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications including Power BI and AI tools preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities
Wellness programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

ESGsustainability reportingISO14001ISO45001ISO50001ESG data management systemscomplianceoperationscross-functional initiativesRBA requirements

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcoordinationstrategic planningcontinuous improvementcustomer engagementrepresentationcollaborationorganizational skillsproblem-solving