Note The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, driving customer success through innovation and trust. They are seeking a Senior Specialist, Climate Action Operations, who will manage the operational aspects of their Climate Action Team, focusing on procurement, ESG assurance, and data integrity to support Salesforce's sustainability commitments.

Responsibilities

• 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)
• Lead the annual ESG Assurance process for Renewable Energy and Carbon Credits, closely coordinating with external auditors, ESG Controllership, and internal stakeholders
• Manage Carbon Credit allocation and inventory reconciliation (1M+ credits annually) within Salesforce’s Net Zero Cloud (NZC)
• Oversee Virtual Power Purchase Agreements (VPPAs), including Finance coordination, invoice routing, and EAC retirement schedules
• Lead Carbon Credit RFP operations, including supplier pipeline development and Scout submissions
• Drive continuous operational process improvement, develop comprehensive runbooks, and support cross-functional transitions with the broader Impact Operations team Skills
• 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, attention to detail, and independence
• Proficiency with procurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Scout, or similar) and financial tracking mechanisms
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to draft executive-level updates and clear methodology narratives
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines across multiple programs without missing 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 CDR programs
• PMP / CAPM certification or equivalent project management credentials
• Previous experience navigating a multinational company with complex organizational structures Benefits
• Time off programs
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Mental health support
• Paid parental leave
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• An employee stock purchasing program Company Overview
• Salesforce is a cloud-based software company that provides customer relationship management software and applications. It was founded in 1999, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https//www.salesforce.com. Apply To This Job