Global Nature Strategy Coordinator

Continental; Lousado; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International environment

Career development

Training opportunities

Global exposure

Job summary

Continental is seeking a Global Nature Strategy Coordinator & TIP SAM Co-Lead to drive biodiversity, water stewardship, and lifecycle assessment initiatives across Tires. You will work with Sustainability, R&D, Procurement, and Manufacturing to shape strategy and ensure alignment with evolving regulations.

The role requires LCA expertise, strong stakeholder coordination, and willingness to travel internationally within a global matrix organization.

Qualifications

• Experience in sustainability, environmental management, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), greenhouse gas accounting, or related disciplines.
• Knowledge of biodiversity, water stewardship, climate impact assessment, and nature-related frameworks such as TNFD and SBTN.
• Experience with CSRD, ESRS, and related regulatory topics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and advance Tires’ global nature strategy, aligning with regulations like CSRD, ESRS, CSDDD, TNFD, and SBTN.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts to integrate nature-related objectives into business strategies and operations.
• Act as subject matter expert for LCA, PCF, GHG accounting, and environmental impact assessments.
• Lead the SAM workstream within TIP and drive industry-wide sustainability assessment standards.
• Represent Tires in industry associations and external initiatives.
• Support sustainable value chain and supplier strategies with environmental assessments.
• Prepare management reports and materials for executive leadership.

Skills

Biodiversity knowledge

Water stewardship

Climate impact assessment

TNFD and SBTN frameworks

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Collaboration

Willingness for international travel

Education

Environmental Sciences degree

Engineering degree

Sustainability Management degree

Business Administration degree

Tools

LCA software

Job description

• Legal Entity: Continental Solution Center Portugal, Unipessoal, LDA. (0581)
• Referral Bonus: Yes
• Working Time: Full Time

Company Description

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist that develops and produces sustainable, safe and convenient solutions for automotive manufacturers as well as industrial and end customers worldwide. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €19.7billion in 2025 and currently employs around 78,000people in 54 countries and markets.

Job Description

Sustainability is a key pillar of Continental's future. As Global Nature Strategy Coordinator & TIP SAM Co-Lead, you will drive the development and implementation of Tires’ global nature strategy while advancing sustainability assessment methodologies across the tire industry. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will integrate biodiversity, water, climate and life cycle assessment considerations into business decisions, sustainability programs and industry standards.

In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert for biodiversity, water stewardship, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), and sustainability assessment methodologies. You will collaborate with international stakeholders across Sustainability, R&D, Procurement, Manufacturing and external industry organizations to shape strategic initiatives and ensure alignment with evolving sustainability regulations and standards.

Your key responsibilities:

• Develop and continuously advance Tires’ global nature strategy, including biodiversity and water-related topics, and ensure alignment with relevant regulations and frameworks such as CSRD, ESRS, CSDDD, TNFD, and SBTN;
• Drive the integration of nature-related objectives into business strategies, decision-making processesand operational activities by coordinating cross-functional collaboration across Sustainability, Purchasing, R&D, Manufacturingand Technology Engineering;
• Act as the subject matter expert for Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Product Carbon Footprints (PCF), greenhouse gas accountingand environmental impact assessments, supporting sustainability reporting, product evaluationsand strategic initiatives;
• Act as Co-Lead of the Sustainability Assessment Methodology (SAM) workstream within the Tire Industry Project (TIP), helping to shape the agenda, guide discussions, align industry stakeholdersand drive the development of common sustainability assessment approaches and standards while safeguarding sensitive company information;
• Represent Tires in industry associations, customer and supplier engagements, and external initiatives such as TIP and WBCSD, contributing to the development of industry standards, sustainability assessment methodsand regulatory topics including ESPR;
• Support the implementation of sustainable value chain and supplier strategies, including the assessment of environmental impacts and sustainable material alternatives;
• Monitor progress against strategic targets and prepare management reports, presentationsand decision-making materials to support executive leadership and long-term value creation.

Qualifications

• Academic degree in Environmental Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Sustainability Management, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification;
• Professional experience in sustainability, environmental management, Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), greenhouse gas accounting, or related disciplines, including hands-on experience with LCA software and environmental assessment methodologies;
• Strong knowledge of biodiversity, water stewardship, climate impact assessment, and nature-related frameworks such as TNFD and SBTN;
• Expertise in Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Product Carbon Footprints (PCF), greenhouse gas accounting, environmental impact assessments, and relevant standards including GHG Protocol, SBTi, ISO 14040/14044and ISO 14067;
• Sound understanding of sustainability regulations and reporting requirements, particularly CSRD, ESRSand related legislative frameworks;
• Strong project management, stakeholder management, communicationand collaboration skills, with the ability to drive alignment and decision-making in a global matrix organization;
• Proficient English language skills (verbal and written);
• Willingness for international travelling.

Additional Information

Our offer:

• Opportunity to shape Continental's global sustainability agenda;
• Integration in a challenging and international work environment;
• Global and collaborative working style;
• Continuous opportunities for the promotion of talent and training.

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and valued. All kind of applications are welcome.