Business Development Manager - Sustainability (Remote)

Tuv Rheinland Of North America; Boxborough (MA); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that is a leader in testing and certification services. This role focuses on leading sustainability initiatives, driving business development, and delivering impactful solutions. You will collaborate with a dynamic team to create strategies that enhance sustainability services while engaging with clients and stakeholders. If you are passionate about sustainability and have a strong background in ESG, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive and innovative environment. Embrace a career that not only fosters your growth but also contributes to a sustainable future.

Benefits

Health Insurance Options

401(k) with Company Match

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years in sustainability consulting or business development.
• University degree in environmental science or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Lead sustainability business development regionally and globally.
• Support project delivery for various sustainability services.

Skills

Sustainability Consulting

Business Development

ESG Trends Knowledge

Project Management

Communication Skills

Technical Sales

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Education

University degree in Environmental Science

Masters related to Sustainability/ESG

Tools

Life Cycle Assessments

Carbon Footprint Calculation

Sustainability Reporting Tools

Job description

Joining TÜV Rheinland means working for one of the world's leading testing, inspection, and certification service providers with more than 20,000 employees globally. Our employees are our most important asset. That is why we invest in their development and offer competitive pay, multiple health insurance plan options, and a 401(k) with up to 6% company match. At the same time we live an international, team-oriented culture characterized by respect, collegiality and openness. This enables our employees to develop their potential, apply new knowledge and methods directly - and plan a long-term career with real opportunities for advancement.

Summary:
The Primary responsibility is to lead and develop sustainability services within the respective Regions or globally. She / he will be responsible for leading, developing and coordinating all regional or global activities in line with the global sustainability (business development) strategy and program deliveries. She / he is part of the Business Stream "Products" Central Sustainability Team and responsible for driving the sustainability business development of different Business Fields to meet the needs of the TUV Rheinland customers regionally and globally.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

60% Business Development

1. Regional responsibility for sustainability business development.
2. Develop specific regional sustainability growth strategy, service portfolio, rollout plan and roadmap.
   • Act as technical sales to support the sales teams to grow sustainability services.
3. Support the Business Fields to develop specific regional account strategies, targets and action plans for sustainability services.
4. Ensure that regional teams and strategy are aligned with peers within the TUV Rheinland global group.
5. Identify new and strategic partnership and stakeholder engagement opportunities with a focus on product sustainability.
6. Represent TUV Rheinland sustainability team at sustainability conferences and industry events and working groups.

40% Project Delivery and Technical Support

1. Support the global sustainability team in the development of new services:
2. Materiality assessment, Product LCA, EPD, DPP (Digital Product Pass), PCF verification, sustainable products and packaging, EU Green Deal (R - Strategy) and more.
3. Lead or support sustainability services project delivery for ESG benchmark studies, PCF calculations and verifications.
4. Train experts to become qualified to execute and deliver sustainability services.
5. Support global sustainability team to develop sales toolkit and internal program SOPs.
6. Act as technical contact point in the region for sustainability services.
7. Act as local sustainability champion and train the trainer to train the sales teams on sustainability topics.
8. Support the sales team on sustainability services pipeline management and oversee project implementation.
9. Monitor and identify regional sustainability trends and regulations update and inform internal stakeholders and clients regularly.

Candidate Qualification
Education

1. University degree in environmental science & engineering, material science, chemistry and other relevant subjects.
2. Masters or other degree particularly related to sustainability / ESG preferred.

Experience and skills:

1. Passionate about making an impact in sustainability with broad knowledge of ESG trends.
2. 5 years professional experience in sustainability consulting, business development or leading within a company's sustainability program.
3. Demonstrated capability and effectiveness, from strategy setting to detailed execution and achievements.
4. Sector experience in manufacturing industry for electrical, electronic, solar products and components (e.g. batteries) preferred.
5. Working knowledge in one or more of the following preferred:
1. Eco-efficient electrical, electronic, commercial and solar products, medical devices.
2. Product carbon reporting and verification.
3. Product Life Cycle Assessments.
4. Knowledge of the global regulatory "landscape" including Eco-Design for Sustainable Products (ESPR), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), Digital Product Passport (DPP) etc.
5. Product Carbon Footprint calculation, reporting and verification, Life Cycle Assessments.
6. Circularity concepts for textiles, furniture, electrical/ electronic, solar and commercial products.
6. Experience in all aspects and forms of disclosure and assurance.
7. Excellent English communication skills in all forms, including written, presentation and public speaking, for engagement with clients, NGOs, industry groups, and internal teams; additional languages will be a plus.
8. Customer focused and demonstrated ability to quickly assess and understand clients' sustainability challenges and provide applicable technical solutions accordingly.
9. Demonstrated skill in the management of complex projects with challenging deadlines.
10. Self-starter and team player with strategic thinking and problem solving skill.

TUV Rheinland North America EEO Statement:

As a global business, TUV Rheinland North America relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. TUV Rheinland North America is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.