Location Amsterdam
Job-type Permanent
Salary €Competitive
Reference BBBH9380_1584452722

Acre is recruiting for a Circular Economy Manager to lead the growth of our client's circularity strategy across the Europe business group. The role will be based in Amsterdam, ensuring sustainability sits closely with the business group's core operational decision making. Driving change within a fast paced and vibrant office, the Circular Economy Manager will be responsible for the continuous development and implementation of the circularity strategy at business group level.

Key accountabilities:

  • Develop the product Circularity Strategy for the company's Europe region

  • Lead on Circular Economy matters throughout all stages of the product development cycle, including developing product requirements and setting strategy

  • Manage relationships with internal product managers and technical teams, customers and external service providers

  • Act as the 'go-to' for Circular Economy during sales pitches and customer engagements; communicating in a professional and engaging manner

The successful candidate will be a highly organised and committed team player, with a passion for driving change in towards the circular economy, backed by technical nous and a strong network.

Key requirements:

  • Track record of leading circular economy projects or programs either in-house or with a leading consultancy

  • Experience working in a customer-facing environment, implementing projects across at least one of the following sustainability topics: circular economy, waste management, product innovation, life cycle analysis.

  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to drive consensus across a broad range of internal and external stakeholders

  • A relevant technical qualification at a Masters' level

This is a rewarding role that will be at the forefront of driving innovation in a leading product manufacturer. You will join a professional, enabling and value-driven culture of team spirit, initiative and responsibility. To apply or for an informal conversation, please send your CV.