Sustainability Data and Governance Lead at Western Digital

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, Data Storage, SustainabilityIndustries

Requirements

Deep understanding of ESG reporting regulations (e.g., California SB253, SB261, AB1305, EU CSRD, UK CRFD, ISSB, etc.)
Strong data management and analytical skills
Governance and control experience
Expertise in sustainability data and governance

Responsibilities

Stay informed on the latest developments in global sustainability disclosure regulations and requirements
Support development of compliance strategies and roadmap
Support regulatory gap assessments and gap closure work streams, such as double materiality assessment, EU taxonomy analysis, and climate risk assessment and mitigation
Support compliant reporting development and submission
Own and continuously refine ESG strategy data, including risks and opportunities, materiality, and EU taxonomy data
Establish and evolve comprehensive ESG data management strategy and infrastructure based on regulatory requirements
Engage relevant teams and stakeholders to collect required data and ensure data integrity and completeness
Drive selection and implementation of ESG reporting tools, integration, and automation for integrated reporting purposes
Develop and implement ESG data governance and control frameworks, including policies, methodologies, and procedures for data collection, validation, and reporting
Engage auditors and lead 3rd party assurance on all ESG related disclosures
Collaborate with Finance to integrate ESG data into annual management reporting and financial filings
Ensure that ESG-related commitments and claims are supported by robust analysis and action plans
Develop and implement strategies to enhance data reporting efficiency and effectiveness on an ongoing basis, including potential use of AI tooling
Enhance data collection processes for voluntary reporting purposes, including annual sustainability reports, CDP, and S&P CSA

Skills

ESG Reporting

Data Governance

Data Management

CSRD

SB253

SB261

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Engagement

Gap Assessment

Integrated Reporting

Western Digital

Provides data storage solutions and services

About Western Digital

Western Digital provides a variety of data storage solutions, including Network Attached Storage (NAS), Storage Area Network (SAN), private cloud, and hyper-converged infrastructure. Their products are designed to help businesses manage and store data efficiently and reliably. For example, their all-flash arrays are optimized for high input/output applications, while the JetStor brand offers cost-effective NAS and SAN arrays that support multiple host ports for improved performance. What sets Western Digital apart from its competitors is its extensive experience in the data storage market and its ability to cater to a wide range of clients, from large corporations to small businesses. The company's goal is to deliver high-value storage solutions that meet the diverse needs of its customers, ensuring they have the tools necessary for effective data management.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2014Year Founded

$927.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Paid sick leave & vacation time

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Life, accident, & disability insurance

Tax-advantaged flexible spending and health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Western Digital Savings 401(k) Plan

Risks

Seagate's HAMR technology may outperform Western Digital's ePMR in high-capacity HDDs.

Toshiba's HAMR and MAMR technologies intensify competition in the storage market.

Focus on consumer products may neglect enterprise client needs, risking market share.

Differentiation

Western Digital leads in high-capacity HDDs with 32TB UltraSMR and ePMR technology.

The company offers diverse storage solutions, including NAS, SAN, and private cloud.

Western Digital's SanDisk and WD_BLACK brands target creators and gamers effectively.

Upsides

Growing demand for high-capacity storage driven by AI and data-intensive applications.

Recent product launches cater to the expanding gaming and content creation markets.

Advancements in ePMR technology enhance Western Digital's competitive edge in HDDs.

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