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In this position, you take charge of steering key ESG topics for SPIE Germany Switzerland Austria. You guide the strategic development of sustainability targets and coordinate data collection for international ratings such as EcoVadis, as well as upcoming CSRD reporting. A key focus is KPI management and the continuous refinement of the sustainability dashboard in Power BI.

The role is central to the transformation of a leading multi-technical services provider toward climate neutrality. As SPIE positions itself as an enabler of digitalization and the energy transition, you help ensure that sustainable infrastructure isn’t just installed for clients but also managed to the highest standards in-house. You translate regulatory requirements into measurable progress for an organization of 20,000 employees.

This suits someone who is an accomplished professional with solid experience in reporting and stakeholder management, who enjoys working with complex data structures and wants to actively help shape the future.

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What are the main missions and responsibilities of this role?

The primary mission is to steer the sustainability strategy and operational development of SPIE GSA. You will be responsible for monitoring market trends and regulatory shifts to provide strategic impulses for the leadership team. A significant part of the role involves managing ESG KPIs and reporting cycles. This includes coordinating contributions for ratings like EcoVadis and ensuring that data structures are audit-ready for upcoming CSRD requirements.

Key learning opportunities for this job

You will gain deep expertise in CSRD compliance and advanced ESG data management within a large-scale international group. This role offers high exposure to the technical implementation of the energy transition through the lens of a service provider. Additionally, you will refine your skills in Power BI for sustainability data visualization and learn to manage complex stakeholder networks across Germany, Switzerland, and Austria.

How does the ideal candidate look like (experience, skills)?

The ideal candidate brings at least five years of experience in ESG management, specifically with reporting standards and governance. A strong academic background in sustainability, economics, or engineering is essential. Technical proficiency in data handling and KPI tracking is crucial, as is the ability to communicate complex topics convincingly to various hierarchy levels. Fluency in German and English is a requirement for this regional role.

Advice to stand out and make a successful application

Focus your application on your experience with data-driven sustainability management. Demonstrating specific examples where you have successfully managed EcoVadis ratings or implemented KPI dashboards will set you apart. Since SPIE values its role as an 'enabler' of the energy transition, highlight your understanding of how technical services and digitalization intersect with decarbonization goals. Mentioning your willingness to travel within the DACH region also shows commitment.

What aspects of the company's sustainability is this role likely to focus on?

The role focuses heavily on environmental governance and decarbonization reporting. You will ensure that the company's internal operations align with the high sustainability standards it promises to its external clients. There is also a strong focus on supply chain transparency through EcoVadis and the integration of ESG metrics into the business's core digital infrastructure.

What are the main challenges someone in this role might face?

One of the main challenges is coordinating decentralized data collection across numerous locations to ensure audit-proof reporting. Balancing the requirements of the local GSA unit with the overarching goals of the SPIE Group requires diplomacy. You may also face the challenge of integrating 'lateral entrants' and stakeholders who are not sustainability experts into the new reporting frameworks.

How could a typical day look like for someone in this position?

A typical day might begin with a meeting of the GSA Sustainability Committee to discuss progress on strategic targets. You could spend the afternoon refining the Power BI dashboard with the data team. Communication is a key part of the day, whether it is preparing presentations for internal training or coordinating with the group headquarters in France regarding global ESG taskforces.

What are the opportunities for professional growth and development in this role?

There are excellent prospects for moving into leadership positions within the sustainability department as the regulatory requirements for the group expand. High visibility within the SPIE Academy provides a platform for expert status. The role also offers the chance to participate in cross-border projects, allowing for professional development in an international corporate environment.

The main stakeholders you might be interacting with

You will interact frequently with the Management Board and the GSA Sustainability Committee to provide progress updates. Collaboration with the internal Data Team is essential for KPI monitoring. External stakeholders include Sustainability Rating Agencies and specialized auditors, while internally you will engage with training departments to roll out ESG literacy across the organization.

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