ESG Software Solutions Expert

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Cognizant Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Sustainability Advisor to join our North America Sustainability team. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in helping Fortune 500 companies transform their ESG programs by leveraging digital technologies.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead client-facing conversations around digital technology solutions, including ESG software solutions, data management strategies, and regulatory compliance.
  • Develop highly strategic deliverables that set the direction for our clients' ESG initiatives.
  • Serve as the domain expert for ESG software solutions, providing guidance to Fortune 500 ESG leaders on digital transformation projects.
  • Encourage forward-thinking solutions and collaborative communication to achieve business buy-in.
  • Support internal business development and sales teams in formulating value propositions around ESG software solutions and data management.
  • Develop key partnerships with ESG software solution providers to enhance Cognizant's partnerships and solution offerings.
  • Partner with Cognizant's sustainability team to create accelerators and high-value reusable assets to enhance Cognizant's value proposition in the ESG space.
Requirements
  • Hands-on experience with ESG software solutions, especially Salesforce Net Zero Cloud.
  • Understanding of industry-leading ESG software solutions, including IBM Envizi, Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability, Sphera, etc.
  • Experience with systems architecture and designing scalable performance-driven solutions based on requirements and business roadmap.
  • Experience with data integration tools and integrating Salesforce with different business systems.
  • Proven success engaging with clients and development teams to identify opportunities for digital technology to help clients achieve their sustainability goals.
  • Client-focused, detail-oriented, organized, and independent thinker.
  • Working knowledge of the GHG Protocol and carbon emissions reporting frameworks.
  • Experience influencing across organization levels, including with senior management.
  • Exceptional listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience in Agile and waterfall-based technology deployments.
  • Over 5 years of professional experience working in the sustainability technology sector.
  • Active Salesforce certifications (e.g., Net Zero Cloud Accredited Professional).
  • BS or MS in electrical engineering, computer science, environmental engineering, or other related engineering. MS/MBA preferred.
What We Offer

Cognizant offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We are committed to helping our clients achieve their sustainability goals and are seeking a talented individual to join our team.



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