ESG Due Diligence & Governance Manager H/F

Job description

Context :  

To aid CHANEL and its upstream partners in improving their environmental, social, and governance practices, the Responsible Supplier Program was initially formed in 2017 under the title of Responsible Sourcing Expert Team reporting into the Corporate Social Responsibility Department. Their remit was to perform corporate social responsibility reviews across CHANEL’s supply chain aiming to establish a new level of audit expertise and allowed for a re-evaluation of its supplier audit methodology and business practices.  

In order to better take into consideration the unique characteristics of each supply chain and ensure the relevance expected on the scope to be covered, we have evolved the missions within the House as below:  

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Supplier assessments (and Due Diligence) will be conducted and overseen directly by the Divisional and Indirect Procurement teams, leveraging their knowledge, expertise and relationships with their respective suppliers.  

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The Responsible Supplier Program will provide the Divisional and Indirect Procurement teams with a cohesive supplier audit methodology, framework, and guidelines, aligned with the House’s strategic environmental, social and governance initiatives and sustainability ambitions. This will be done in close coordination and partnership with the Global and Regional Sustainability Teams.  

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The Responsible Supplier Program will also support the Divisions and Indirect Procurement, at their request, in the execution of their supplier assessments.  

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The Responsible Supplier Program team will also help to prepare CHANEL to answer its future (e.g.: CSRD or CSDDD) supplier-related reporting obligations.  

In that context, to complete the team and its expertises, and to prepare the House to future regulations requirements, the department is looking for a Due Diligence Manager, mainly in charge to orchestrate the due diligence process across the company and ensure its evolution. 

Your main responsibilities will revolve around the following missions:  

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Lead global governance on ESG Due Diligence : Design and manage a global governance framework for due diligence, including adapted committees with Divisions, Regions and Corporate teams, contents of the process, adapted procedures and tools, in accordance with Corporate teams (Legal, Compliance, Sustainability, Finances…).  Propose evolutions required progressively in this governance framework for relevance, efficiency and suitable reporting purposes. 

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Consolidate a comprehensive ESG risk assessment cartography and methodology: Implement a robust methodology to identify ESG risks and follow them on adapted tools, animating accordingly Divisions & Regions, identifying and prioritizing key risks for integration into the company’s overall strategy. 

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Propose a global follow-up on supplier assessment controls put in place (self assessment, audit, visits, corrections follow up, suppliers accompaniment….): Animate the global Supplier assessment community on types of controls to be monitored, propose consolidation and analysis for internal reporting / due diligence governance and evolutions of controls. 

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Consolidate KPIs to establish strategic directions : Gather, analyze and synthesize ESG indicators on value chain / Supplier assessment activity across divisions and regions to identify key priorities, aligning them with regulations and corporate objectives. 

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Manage and be warrant of Due Diligence reporting internally and contribute to ESG reportings, internally or externally : propose due diligence reporting for internal purposes, and act as an entry point for all reportings requirements on ESG when dealing on Supply Chain, animate the whole team (RSP + Supplier Assessment at division level) to match expectations, propose adequate roadmaps for implementation 

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Manage a competitor and industry monitoring on Supplier assessment / Due diligence practices to propose evolutions that would be required progressively on the model and meeting requirements from regulations such as CSDDD. 

You are energized by:  

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Building cross-divisional alignment : Bringing together varied operational perspectives under a unified ESG strategy, creating a shared language and framework across teams. 

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Leading strategic governance initiatives : Facilitating the governance committee on duty of care, guiding a shared focus and commitment across divisions. 

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Identifying and managing key ESG risks : Analyzing trends, mapping risks, and identifying actionable insights that shape the company’s ESG roadmap. 

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Crafting impactful, accessible communications : Translating complex topics into clear, accessible reports and presentations for diverse stakeholders. 

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Navigating evolving regulatory landscapes : Adapting to changes in ESG regulations and best practices, and proactively shaping the company’s ESG posture. 

What will you bring:  

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Expertise in designing and managing a high level governance committee : In-depth experience in managing governance processes and committees. 

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Strong understanding of operational and 3 Division issues : Ability to understand divisional practices, regulations, and activity constraints to effectively adapt and align ESG strategies. 

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Advanced analytical skills and KPI consolidation : Proven ability to collect and consolidate ESG data, extracting trends and identifying priorities to shape directions. 

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Experience in ESG committee facilitation : Skilled in coordinating multidisciplinary committees, with the ability to align diverse perspectives toward common ESG goals. 

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Risk mapping and assessment project management : Mastery of risk management methodologies, from mapping to analysis, to design practical and innovative solutions. 

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Communication and simplification skills : Capable of making complex subjects understandable for various audiences, delivering clear and impactful reports that drive stakeholder alignment. 

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Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity : Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment, adjusting to new regulations and emerging ESG trends. 

  At CHANEL, we are intentional in promoting Diversity & Inclusion. We foster respect, empathy, and dignity for all.  We believe strongly that the diversity of our people across the full spectrum of human differences is essential to our organisation and the connections we have with each other and our clients .