Sustainability Engineer / Manager (m/w/d)

at  International Flavors Fragrances

QUALIFICATION /SKILLS:

• PhD or M.Sc. in science or engineering (STEM) or B.Sc. with extended professional experience with a strong focus on industrial processes, energy, environmental or sustainability.
• Relevant professional experience and track record in similar sustainability roles (at least 3 years). Experienced in „Green Chemistry“ principles, sustainability targets and methodologies, in particular Life Cycle Assessment (LCA).
• Proficient in using LCA software (e.g. SimaPro Expert or similar)
• At least 2 years of experience in external reporting, compliance, sustainability certification programs, energy transition, carbon foot printing and project management in the field of sustainability (certification is an advantage).
• Knowledge in pharmaceutical or food production technologies, chemistry, mass balancing and low or zero-carbon is an advantage.
• Data-driven and critical thinker combined with a business-oriented mindset.
• Capable of performing independently as well as interact effectively within international and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to see big picture and think longer term balancing short vs. long term goals.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to speak fluently in English. Because of the location, at least basic German language skills are required.
  Location: Bomlitz, Germany

• Champion life cycle and sustainability thinking in product and process development, manufacturing technology, production, and core sustainability functions.
• Acting as sustainability focal point for new and existing product and process development initiatives. Developing a solution how LCA fits in the development process.
• Perform Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) using appropriate modelling software and calculate the carbon footprint of existing and new products including appropriate production technologies.
• Track and communicate sustainability goals and indicators (energy and natural resource usage, renewable resources, waste generation, and recycling) incl. performance goals and KPIs and run scenarios on target performance.
• Cooperate with R&D and various functions like Manufacturing & Technology, Operations, EH&S, Quality, and suppliers, to collect relevant data required for LCA modelling.
• Document results in SimaPro and other relevant formats (reports, articles, presentation)
• Identifying strategic sustainability approaches and anchoring these in operational processes and organizational structures.
• Identify footprint reduction opportunities for Pharma Solutions’ product portfolio and share with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Enable and support audit processes by facilitating the integration of sustainability aspects into ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 audits.
• Monitor or track sustainability indicators, such as energy usage, natural resource usage, waste generation, and recycling.
• Stay on top of external trends and perspectives related to sustainability and provides consultation to businesses) as required.