Sustainability Specialist

Inter IKEA Group; Dortmund; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A global home furnishings company is seeking a Sustainability Specialist in Dortmund to lead sustainability initiatives and support suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a degree in sustainability and be fluent in German and English. Responsibilities include developing action plans and conducting compliance assessments to integrate sustainability into business practices. Opportunities for education and travel within the region are provided.

Leistungen

Opportunities for education and self-development

Friendly international environment

Qualifikationen

• Fluent in German (spoken and written); Dutch is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of local legal requirements.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.

Aufgaben

• Contribute to action plans for sustainability development of suppliers.
• Plan verification activities to ensure data accuracy.
• Support compliance with sustainability requirements.

Kenntnisse

Fluent in German

Fluent in English

Strong knowledge of local legal requirements

Excellent stakeholder management

Project management experience

Ausbildung

University degree in sustainability, engineering, human rights, or related fields

Jobbeschreibung

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About the Role

At IKEA, we aim to positively impact people, society, and the planet. As a Sustainability Specialist, you will be the regional expert in specific sustainability areas, leading and contributing to regional and global projects to advance our sustainability agenda. Your responsibilities include understanding local market conditions and executing IKEA's sustainability strategies, supporting the business by implementing and verifying requirements outlined in IWAY, our code of conduct. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure sustainability is integrated into their development, providing onboarding, training, and support on sustainability topics, including IWAY.

Key Responsibilities

1. Contribute to creating action plans for the sustainability development of IKEA suppliers.
2. Plan and perform verification activities, ensuring accurate data in planning and reporting tools.
3. Participate with business teams in onboarding new suppliers and conducting sustainability risk assessments.
4. Support both short- and long-term sustainability compliance, developing and implementing relevant activities.

About IWAY

IWAY, "the IKEA Way on Purchasing Home Furnishing Products," is our code of conduct, complemented by our sustainability strategy "People and Planet Positive 2030," guiding our daily sustainability efforts.

Qualifications

• Fluent in German (spoken and written); Dutch is a plus.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).
• Strong knowledge of local legal requirements.
• University degree in sustainability, engineering, human rights, or related fields.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience in project management with a holistic and analytical approach.
• Good understanding of manufacturing industry standards, OSH, and sustainability requirements.
• Willingness to travel frequently within the region (primarily in DE, NL, AT, CH).

Additional Information

We offer diverse tasks in both office and supplier settings within a friendly, open, international environment, with opportunities for education and self-development. We welcome your unique skills to contribute to IKEA’s growth!

Application Process

Please submit your application in English, including your resume and cover letter, via our recruitment system SmartRecruiters by September 17, 2025. For questions about the position, contact Rasa Šetikienė at [emailprotected]. For recruitment process inquiries, use the messaging system, and we will respond promptly.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from individuals with disabilities.