System Manager - ISCC PLUS (Traceability & CoC)

System Manager - ISCC PLUS (Traceability & CoC)

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The ISCC PLUS team of experts is looking forward to welcoming you as a System Manager – ISCC PLUS (Traceability & CoC) at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne.

The System Manager has the objective to drive the upscaling of ISCC PLUS certifications, developing and improving the ISCC PLUS system in response to new legislation and market requirements, and increasing recognition and market share with a strong focus on traceability and chain of custody.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to further develop the ISCC PLUS scheme and its implementation, focusing on traceability and chain of custody.
• Develop and revise ISCC PLUS system documents and other relevant documents.
• Develop training curriculum and materials, and conduct trainings for all ISCC PLUS users (Certification Bodies, auditors, system users, and other stakeholders).
• Provide technical support for all users for their understanding and implementation of ISCC PLUS certification requirements in a timely and professional manner.
• Follow up with regulatory developments and ISO standards related to traceability and chain of custody.
• Carry out benchmarking and develop and manage pilot projects.
• Represent ISCC at external events (conferences, stakeholder meetings).

Profile

• University degree in bioenergy, chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental sciences, mechanical engineering, material science.
• At least 2 years of professional experience after graduation, preferably related to circular economy, bio economy, auditing, certification systems or similar.
• Proven professional experience in project management.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication skills in an international environment with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent language skills in English (at least C1); additional languages are an advantage.
• High degree of initiative and independent working style.
• Willingness to contribute to continuous process improvement within the company.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

Benefits

• Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party).
• Close collaboration with sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, providing further development opportunities.
• Individual learning and development plan with professional onboarding, frequent feedback sessions, free language classes, technical training courses, and independent process shaping.
• Hybrid setup: 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice after probation, flexible working hours, and trust based working time.
• 30 vacation days plus 3 additional vacation days (Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, Carnival Monday).
• Sabbatical options.
• Generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values.
• Annual bonus scheme based on performance.
• Wellness programs: Urban Sports Club subsidies, Active Break scheme with weekly yoga sessions, Health weeks promoting healthy habits.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender or any other criteria that is not a professional qualification for an open position.