Global ESG Due Diligence Architect

Barry Callebaut Group; Zürich; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry Callebaut Group seeks a Global Lead, ESG Integration and Due Diligence to translate priority ESG requirements into practical governance, processes and roadmaps across the Group. You will own the design and continuous improvement of the ESG due diligence system and drive its integration into operations and supply chains.

You will collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Procurement, HR and Finance to embed ESG into onboarding, contracts, KPIs and reporting, and lead cross-functional

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Sustainability, Supply Chain Management, Compliance, Law, Public Policy, Human Rights, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience setting up or running ESG due diligence or sustainability compliance systems in a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of CSDDD, FLR, EUDR, Swiss CO and related international guidelines.
• Proven experience building or running ESG due diligence frameworks with risk assessment and controls.
• Excellent project management skills and ability to translate complex requirements into practical guidance.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of French or German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously improve a group-wide ESG due diligence system.
• Lead cross-functional ESG integration and implementation initiatives.
• Conduct annual risk identification and prioritization across countries and suppliers.
• Ensure alignment of ESG frameworks with regulatory requirements and reporting.
• Support training and change management for internal teams and suppliers.
• Provide content for ESG reporting and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Strong PM skills

Precise writing

Fluent English

ESG regulation knowledge

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Education

Master’s degree in Sustainability/related field

Tools

Verisk Maplecroft

Job description

Barry Callebaut Group seeks a Global Lead, ESG Integration and Due Diligence to translate priority ESG requirements into practical governance, processes and roadmaps across the Group. You will own the design and continuous improvement of the ESG due diligence system and drive its integration into operations and supply chains.

You will collaborate with Legal, Compliance, Procurement, HR and Finance to embed ESG into onboarding, contracts, KPIs and reporting, and lead cross-functional