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Salesforce is looking for a Senior Specialist, Climate Action Operations to serve as the operational backbone of our Climate Action Team—one of the most sophisticated corporate carbon, renewable energy, and carbon dioxide removal (CDR) programs globally.
In this high-impact individual contributor role, you will support the full lifecycle of climate program procurement, ESG assurance, supplier management, and data integrity. By keeping our operational engine running smoothly, you will enable our subject matter experts and portfolio leads to focus on strategy and external impact. Operating with significant independence and strong judgment, you will directly empower Salesforce to meet its public sustainability commitments.
This role is ideal for someone who seamlessly combines meticulous execution with strategic systems thinking and thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Management: Own end-to-end procurement workflows for Carbon Credits, Renewable Energy, CDR, and Nature programs (managing a $20M+ annual spend and 15+ PIRs/COs per quarter).
ESG Assurance: Lead the annual ESG Assurance process for Renewable Energy and Carbon Credits, closely coordinating with external auditors, ESG Controllership, and internal stakeholders.
Inventory & Data Integrity: Manage Carbon Credit allocation and inventory reconciliation (1M+ credits annually) within Salesforce’s Net Zero Cloud (NZC).
Energy Agreements: Oversee Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPAs), including Finance coordination, invoice routing, and EAC retirement schedules.
RFP Operations: Lead Carbon Credit RFP operations, including supplier pipeline development and Scout submissions.
Process Excellence: Drive continuous operational process improvement, develop comprehensive runbooks, and support cross-functional transitions with the broader Impact Operations team.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 3+ years of experience in operations, program management, procurement, or a related field—preferably within sustainability, climate, or corporate ESG.
Workflow Management: Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder workflows with high accuracy, attention to detail, and independence.
Technical & Financial Tools: Proficiency with procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Scout, or similar) and financial tracking mechanisms.
Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft executive-level updates and clear methodology narratives.
Time Management: Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple programs without missing external commitments.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with Net Zero Cloud (NZC) or similar sustainability data platforms.
Familiarity with ESG assurance processes and reporting standards such as GHG Protocol, GRI, or SASB.
Foundational knowledge of carbon markets, RECs, VPPAs, or CDR programs.
PMP / CAPM certification or equivalent project management credentials.
Previous experience navigating a multinational company with complex organizational structures.
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In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $94,000 - $142,300 annually. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.Skills Required
- 3+ years of experience in operations, program management, procurement, or a related field (preferably within sustainability, climate, or corporate ESG)
- Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder workflows with high accuracy and independence
- Proficiency with procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Scout, or similar) and financial tracking mechanisms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including drafting executive-level updates and methodology narratives
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle competing deadlines and external commitments
- Experience working with Net Zero Cloud (NZC) or similar sustainability data platforms
- Familiarity with ESG assurance processes and reporting standards such as GHG Protocol, GRI, or SASB
- Foundational knowledge of carbon markets, RECs, VPPAs, or carbon dioxide removal (CDR) programs
- PMP or CAPM certification or equivalent project management credentials
- Previous experience navigating a multinational company with complex organizational structures
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is positioned as above-market in the U.S., with multiple peer-reported benchmarks converging around a similar median total compensation figure. Compensation is also framed as broadly viewed as fair in aggregate, even while acknowledging variation by role and group.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is described as notably generous for U.S. caregivers, with additional supports like gradual return-to-work and doula reimbursement. Family-building programs are also emphasized through fertility/adoption/surrogacy support with sizeable reimbursement limits.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Mental-health and coaching offerings are highlighted as accessible supports alongside financial-wellbeing tools. Volunteer Time Off and donation matching are presented as distinctive lifestyle-aligned benefits that add value beyond cash compensation.
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