Sustainability Analyst

VAROPreem; Rotterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-financed pension

Bike plan

Job summary

VAROPreem is seeking a Sustainability Analyst in Rotterdam to ensure compliance with (inter)national legislation regarding renewable fuels and to support commercial decisions through accurate biofuel mass balance allocations. You will work with Traders, the Sustainability Assurance team and other departments to maintain biofuel administrations and timely reporting to customers and authorities.

Key focus areas include allocating sustainability credentials to biofuel flows across geographies,

Qualifications

• Experience with reporting and familiarity with regulatory frameworks and commodity markets.
• Proficient English; additional Dutch/German/French is a plus.
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Compile internal sustainability reports on biofuel flows.
• Ensure timely submission of sustainability documentation.
• Cooperate with suppliers to ensure compliance with biofuel administration.
• Support biofuel reports to national authorities.
• Monitor data, systems and processes and suggest improvements.
• Signal risks and recommend internal controls.

Skills

Reporting experience

Regulatory knowledge

English proficiency

ERP systems affinity

Education

Master's degree (Business Economics / Sustainability / related)

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

As a Sustainability Analyst, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with (inter)national legislation regarding the incorporation of renewable fuels into mineral oils, and to facilitate optimal commercial decision-making in terms of mass balance allocations of biofuels. You will work closely with Traders, the Sustainability Assurance team and other departments to maintain accurate biofuel administrations and ensure timely submission of documentation to customers and reports to relevant national authorities.

The primary focus of your role includes the allocation of sustainability credentials to physical flows of biofuels that may have a various applications and destinations across different geographies. Verifying the relevant documentation of biofuel deliveries and contributing to the improvement of internal processes is also part of the job.

You will join an experienced team of Sustainability analysts and report to the Trade Support Manager. The team is situated in the VAROPreem office in Rotterdam Netherlands.

VAROPreem

VAROPreem is a leading European energy company built on scale, capability, and a proven track

record of delivery. Created through the combination of VARO Energy and Preem and

headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, we serve business customers across 33 countries.

We operate across the integrated energy value chain — from sourcing and manufacturing to

storage, trading, distribution, and marketing. The company owns and operates critical

infrastructure essential to Europe’s energy security and is Europe’s third-largest independent

refiner and the second-largest renewable fuels producer in Europe, and one of the top 6 globally.

VAROPreem’s integrated business includes six manufacturing hubs and access to more than 120

terminals, serving a broad base of mobility and industrial customers across 33 countries.

VAROPreem also owns 100% share in elexon, a leading European developer of commercial

vehicle charging.

Through our twin-engine strategy combining conventional and sustainable energies — we are

driving practical, scalable progress: delivering energy security today while meeting the changing

energy needs of tomorrow.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Compile internal reports on biofuel flows within VAROPreem’s network;
• Ensure timely submission of sustainability documentation for clients;
• Cooperate with suppliers to ensure compliance with biofuel administration requirements;
• Support the submission of biofuel reports to national authorities;
• Monitor relevant data, systems and processes and suggest improvements;
• Signal risks related to transactions and recommend necessary internal controls.

Your Profile

• A Master’s degree in Business Economics, Accounting & Controlling, Sustainability, Finance, or a related field is considered an advantage;
• Experience with reporting and familiarity with legal or regulatory frameworks and/or commodity markets is required;
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken. Knowledge of Dutch, German, or French is beneficial;
• Affinity with ERP systems and the ability to work confidently with digital tools;
• A responsible, reliable, and detail-oriented approach, with a strong focus on accuracy and quality;
• A collaborative team player who enjoys working with colleagues across different functions;
• Proactive, results-driven, and eager to take ownership of tasks and responsibilities;
• Motivated to continuously learn, develop new skills, and grow within the field of sustainability assurance;
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
• A critical and analytical mindset, combined with a genuine drive for continuous improvement and creating added value.

Our Offer

• A professional and very well-connected work environment with a young and international team in a growing company, on the cutting edge of the energy transition;
• Contributing to excellent work delivered by the team, where quality and team spirit are key;
• Learn from inspiring and exciting areas that intend to change the way the world applies energy;
• An attractive workplace in the office in Rotterdam with development opportunities within an international, corporate environment;
• Attractive salary structures, as well as a (partly) employer-financed pension and bike plan etc.;
• Fun and supportive team environment that welcomes you to several social events.