Sustainability Manager

at  Stokke

HERE WE GROW:

Stokke’s long history of design and innovation began over eight decades ago on the west coast of Norway in 1932. Our values remain deeply rooted in our Scandinavian heritage and our commitment to craftsmanship and quality. Stokke is recognized worldwide for best-in-class solutions for children. For over forty years, we’ve combined our passion for Scandinavian design with the ability to challenge the ordinary and make beautiful products that nurture family bonding. Designed not only for you and your child, but for your children’s children, and generations to come.
Stokke has experienced considerable international growth through our strategic approach of acquiring products and brands. These acquisitions include the Nomi chair, LIMAS, a baby carrier company, Mukako, a multi-activity play table brand, and BABYZEN, the makers of the highly popular YOYO all-in-one lightweight stroller. Acquisitions is key for our growth and has allowed us to have office presence in Norway, Germany, The Netherlands, France, the US, and Asia, meaning we truly offer an international work environment and can stand by our brand promise Confident Kids for a better World.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A master’s degree in sustainability, engineering, psychology, education, or another relevant field is preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in a corporate or consultancy setting, with touchpoints to sustainability.
• A strong interest in child development, as well as environmental and social sustainability.
• Experience with sustainability reporting, including familiarity with sustainability accounting standards and reporting frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities, with a focus on delivering results that support both environmental and financial sustainability goals.

KEY SKILLS:

• Strong analytical skills to interpret sustainability data and its financial impact.
• Tech-savvy and innovative, with the ability to drive process improvements in sustainability reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to align stakeholders across the organization.
• Fluent in English, both written and verbal

• Drive the implementation of Stokke’s sustainability strategy, focusing on key areas such as Early Childhood Development, Ethical Trade, Sustainable Sourcing of Wood, and reducing the company’s greenhouse gas footprint.
• Manage and advance sustainability reporting, ensuring the accurate collection and analysis of sustainability data and KPIs, and their integration into Stokke’s broader financial reporting.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure that sustainability initiatives contribute to the company’s financial sustainability and are reflected in financial statements.
• Monitor sustainability trends and regulations, ensuring that Stokke remains compliant with sustainability reporting standards and is positioned to benefit from sustainability-related financial opportunities.
• Work closely with internal teams, including Brand and Marketing, to embed sustainability into Stokke’s brand communication and external messaging.
• Attend industry conferences and webinars to stay informed on the latest developments in sustainability, particularly in the juvenile industry.