July 15, 2024
Rosemont, IL
Who We Are
The Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy is working across the dairy community to advance our vision of dairy providing transformative good for people and planet. Founded by dairy farmers through Dairy Management Inc, the Innovation Center brings leaders from across dairy companies, farmers, NGOs, CPG companies, academia, government and more to align on pre-competitive priorities, identify innovative solutions, share best practices and drive positive impact in health and wellbeing, environmental stewardship, animal care and communities.
About the Role
This is an office-based role in Rosemont, IL with hybrid flexibility. Visa sponsorship and relocation are not available for this position.
The director of social responsibility for the Innovation Center will play a key role in a dynamic, integrated team working to advance the U.S. dairy industry’s sustainability and social responsibility platform. Join the social responsibility strategy and affairs team of the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy where you will lead coordinated management of the industry’s biennial sustainability report and sustainability awards while supporting the U.S. Dairy Stewardship Commitment and related committees. This role will report to the Innovation Center’s Senior Vice President, Social Responsibility.
Accountabilities
Manage production of U.S. Dairy Sustainability Report.
Support the continued growth and value of the U.S. Dairy Stewardship Commitment.
Build and manage U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards program.
This role will also contribute to stakeholder engagement and external affairs efforts, which could include supporting the Dairy Sustainability Alliance planning and communication needs, development of talking points and visuals and related tasks.
Requirements
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree, and preferably with a focus in sustainability or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in managing sustainability-related projects for an organization or company
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting standards and CSR reporting
• Solid experience in creating, maintaining, and organizing project management documents (e.g., charters, status report templates, etc.), project budgets and databases
• Proficiency with project management tools and software (e.g., SmartSheets) preferred
• Proven success in working effectively with cross-functional teams, including external resources and partners, to achieve business results
• Understanding of performance metrics reporting
• Ability to handle conflicting priorities in a multi-task environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in addition to presentation skills
• Dairy and/or agricultural operations experience a plus
Other:
• Some travel may be required
Benefits
We know that in order to meet our goal of growing dairy demand, we need the best people. Our culture is highly collaborative and we appreciate unique perspectives and diversity of style and thought. DMI's Rosemont office is conveniently located across from O’Hare Airport and is accessible to the CTA Blue Line and Metra transit. We offer free regular and chocolate milk on tap.
Our comprehensive health and welfare plans offer medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability and flexible spending accounts (health care, dependent care, transit and parking). We also offer generous maternity and paid paternal leave plans. Our 401k provides up to a 10% match and includes a Roth account. DMI reserves the right to change or end its benefits plans or programs at any time.
Location
Rosemont, IL (USA)
About DMI
Dairy Management Inc.™ is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to the principles of diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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Rosemont, IL
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CSR & ESG
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