ESG Data & Compliance Specialist

Bleckmann; Eindhoven; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Varied job: no day is the same

Entrepreneurship is central

Comprehensive salary package

Job summary

Bleckmann is seeking an ESG Data & Compliance Specialist to ensure ESG data is complete, accurate and audit-ready across internal and external reporting. You will collaborate with multiple functions to support compliant ESG disclosure and continuous improvement of data processes.

The role emphasizes data collection, validation, analysis and reporting, with a focus on reliability and adherence to ESG standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in data collection, validation, analysis and reporting.
• Affinity with ESG, sustainability and regulatory reporting.
• Knowledge of CSRD/ESRS ESG standards.
• Strong analytical skills and data accuracy.
• Clear communication with non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Collect, consolidate and validate ESG data from internal and external sources, ensuring consistency, completeness and traceability in line with defined methodologies and reporting requirements.
• Deliver validated ESG data for internal and external reporting, including disclosures, with clear documentation of assumptions and calculations.
• Monitor data quality and identify discrepancies, initiating corrections and improvements for reliability and audit readiness.
• Support ESG regulations and reporting standards by using predefined data definitions, KPIs and reporting structures.
• Respond to audit-related queries and provide consistent documentation for internal reviews and external assurance processes.
• Analyze ESG data to identify trends, deviations and data inconsistencies, providing structured insights.

Skills

Data analysis

Data validation

Reporting

Stakeholder communication

Analytical mindset

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Analytics, Sustainability, Finance or Business

Tools

Business intelligence platforms

Job description

Ready to Join the Backstage Crew?

At Bleckmann, we’ve been delivering on promises since 1862. As a market leader in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, we keep the show running behind the scenes — from moving boxes to moving data, from pack & ship to IT and HR.

But we’re not just logistics experts. We’re The Backstage Crew — a tight-knit team of 6,500+ people who make fashion and lifestyle brands shine by doing the work that matters most, out of the spotlight but never out of impact.

Whether you're on the warehouse floor or behind a screen, you’ll find:

• Strong connections with colleagues who support and celebrate you.

• Fast growth in a company that’s expanding across Europe, the US, and Asia.

• High energy in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same.

• Guided freedom to take initiative, solve problems your way, and grow your career.

We believe in entrepreneurship, expertise, excellence, and engagement — and we live these values every day. From repairing returned goods to reducing waste, we help brands extend product lifecycles with sustainability in mind.

So if you’re ready to roll out the red carpet for our clients — and for each other — we’ve got a spot for you.

Behind the scenes is where the real excitement begins. Ready to join us?

About the job

The ESG Data & Compliance Specialist is responsible for ensuring that ESG-related data is complete, accurate and suitable for internal monitoring, external reporting and audit purposes. The role supports compliance with ESG and regulatory reporting requirements by applying established standards and translating them into structured data definitions and processes under guidance.

It contributes to reliable reporting and continuous improvement of ESG data processes, without holding ownership of ESG strategy, policy or governance.

Your role

As an ESG Data & Compliance Specialist, you are responsible for collecting, validating, analysing and reporting ESG-related data. You support the organization's ESG reporting obligations and help ensure that ESG information is consistent, reliable, audit-ready and compliant with applicable reporting standards and regulations.

You work closely with stakeholders across multiple functions to support accurate ESG reporting and continuous improvement of data processes.

Your responsibilities

ESG Data Management

• Collect, consolidate and validate ESG data from internal and external sources, ensuring consistency, completeness and traceability in line with defined methodologies and reporting requirements

• Prepare and deliver validated ESG data for internal and external reporting purposes, including required disclosures, with clear documentation of assumptions and calculations

• Monitor data quality and identify discrepancies, initiating corrections and improvements to ensure reliable and audit-ready ESG information

Reporting & Compliance

• Support the application of ESG-related regulations and reporting standards by working with predefined data definitions, KPIs and reporting structures in collaboration with relevant stakeholders

• Support internal reviews and external assurance processes by providing consistent documentation and responding to audit-related queries on ESG data and reporting

• Act as a point of contact for ESG data-related questions, supporting stakeholders in understanding reporting requirements and data usage

Analysis & Insights

• Analyse ESG data to identify trends, deviations and data inconsistencies, and provide structured insights based on predefined reporting frameworks

Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to the improvement of ESG data processes, including reporting workflows and data quality controls, within established frameworks and guidelines

• Actively contribute to the enhancement of ESG data processes, tools and reporting structures, ensuring increased efficiency, reliability and audit readiness over time

Your profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Data Analytics, Sustainability, Finance or Business

• Proven experience in data collection, validation, analysis and reporting within a structured environment

• Affinity with ESG, sustainability and regulatory reporting requirements

• Knowledge of relevant ESG standards and frameworks (e.g. CSRD/ESRS)

• Experience with data management tools, reporting systems and business intelligence platforms

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and data accuracy

• Ability to work within structured reporting frameworks and follow established methodologies and guidelines

• Clear communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders

• Proactive and structured approach to problem-solving and process improvement

Core Capabilities

Problem Solving

Analyses ESG data to identify inconsistencies and improvement opportunities within defined reporting frameworks, applying a structured and methodical approach.

Collaboration

Works effectively with stakeholders across functions such as operations, finance, HR and IT to collect data, align definitions and support consistent ESG reporting practices.

Continuous Improvement

Actively contributes to the enhancement of ESG data processes, tools and reporting structures, ensuring increased efficiency, reliability and audit readiness over time.

What we offer

• Varied job: no day is the same. You work in a challenging and rapidly changing international environment where a high degree of autonomy is entrusted.

• Plenty of room for ideas and initiatives: work for a company where entrepreneurship is central.

• An attractive salary: a comprehensive package tailored to your background.

At Bleckmann, we are guided by our values: We take a parachute and jump (Entrepreneurship), we unpack our knowledge (Expertise), we raise the bar with every box (Excellence), and we spark energy that connects (Engagement).