Director, Sustainability & Responsibility

Where Conviviality is at work.

Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet® Gin, and Skrewball™ whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes! 

Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.   

Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business! 

The salary range for this role, based in New York, is $149,866.00 to $187,110.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location.  Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.

Job Summary:

Join Pernod Ricard as the Director, Sustainability & Responsibility for Pernod Ricard North America (PRNA) and lead initiatives that drive measurable environmental, social, and governance (ESG) impact across the organization. Reporting directly to the Vice President, People and Business Operations, you will oversee Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs, implement ESG strategy, and manage Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance. This role offers the opportunity to influence cross-functional teams, engage key stakeholders, and build innovative partnerships that advance Pernod Ricard’s mission of responsible growth and impact measurement.

Who will love this job:

This role is ideal for a strategic, results-driven leader passionate about sustainability and corporate responsibility. You thrive in cross-functional environments, excel at stakeholder engagement, and enjoy translating ESG strategy into actionable initiatives. You are adaptable, innovative, and motivated to embed sustainability practices into business operations while driving measurable impact and long-term change.

What you’ll do:

• Lead Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) initiatives, including data collection, platform registration, and accurate report submission to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement sustainability and ESG strategies to deliver measurable impact across all business functions.
• Design, execute, and monitor Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs to maximize positive outcomes for communities and stakeholders.
• Oversee change management initiatives, providing guidance, training, and support to teams adopting sustainable practices.
• Build and manage internal and external strategic partnerships to advance sustainability efforts, drive innovation, and implement best practices.
• Partner with Finance and Public Affairs to ensure local regulatory alignment and provide expertise on sustainability-related policies.
• Report on ESG, sustainability, and CSR progress and impact to the Vice President and senior leadership.

What’s in it for me?
Being part of an inclusive and diverse company where professional development and internal career mobility is front-and-center to our talent strategy. This means your career at Pernod Ricard has many possibilities. You'll be part of a culture that celebrates the rich diversity of our people across the globe and be part of our long-standing commitment to making exceptional products, giving back to our communities, and honoring our responsibility to preserve the environment.

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree is a plus
• Minimum 10 years of experience in finance, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, or related fields.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and teams
• Experience implementing ESG frameworks, reporting processes, and impact measurement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of corporate social responsibility (CSR) program design, execution, and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated change management skills, including training and adoption of sustainability initiatives.
• Experience building and managing external partnerships to advance sustainability, innovation, and responsible growth.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life. 

Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.  

We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support.  Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details. 

This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.

Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.

Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process.  To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at [email protected].

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