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Baiersbronn Frischfaser Karton GmbH and Folding Boxboard Eerbeek B.V. together form the FOLBB Group, one of Europe's leading producers of virgin fiber cartonboard. Our mills in Baiersbronn and Eerbeek employ around 430 people and produce an average of 245,000 tonnes of high-quality cartonboard for packaging in the food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries each year. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a committed individual for our Baiersbronn, Düsseldorf or Eerbeek location.

ESG & Sustainability Coordinator (m/f/d)

Fulltime
ESG & Sustainability Coordinator (m/f/d)

Purpose of the Position:
The ESG & Sustainability Coordinator (m/f/d) is responsible for the company-wide coordination, further development and implementation of sustainability and ESG initiatives at FOLBB. This role supports the integration of ESG goals into business processes, ensures internal and external reporting, and supports projects aimed at improving the company’s environmental and social performance.
The role contributes to bringing the company’s mission and vision to life in all areas:
Mission: We make the future sustainable
Vision: We provide sustainable fibre-based solutions to our customers to protect the environment with our passion and expertise.

 

Responsibilities

  1. ESG Strategy & Governance
  • Coordinate and further develop the ESG/sustainability strategy in alignment with the management and relevant departments
  • Define and align ESG goals and KPIs
  • Develop internal policies and processes to meet ESG requirements
  • Monitor regulatory developments (e.g. CSRD, ESRS, supply chain directives) and derive necessary actions
  1. ESG Data Management & Reporting
  • Build and maintain an internal ESG data structure
  • Collect, prepare, and analyse relevant ESG metrics (e.g. energy consumption, emissions, raw material usage)
  • Create and maintain sustainability reports in line with common standards (e.g. ESRS/CSRD, EcoVadis, GRI)
  • Prepare presentations and documents for management, investors, customers, or authorities
  • Calculate CO₂ emissions at both business unit and product level
  1. Action Planning & Project Implementation
  • Identify and prioritise sustainability projects (e.g. CO₂ reduction, circular economy, energy efficiency)
  • Coordinate and monitor actions across purchasing, production, engineering, logistics, HR, and other interfaces
  • Support the planning and implementation of certifications (FSC/PEFC, EcoVadis, ISO)
  • Develop recommendations and decision-making templates for senior management
  1. Communication & Training
  • Support external ESG communications via marketing, website, brochures, and social media
  • Respond to ESG-specific customer inquiries and questionnaires
  • Develop training and awareness formats for employees
  • Actively contribute to establishing and anchoring a sustainability-oriented corporate culture
  1. External Collaboration
  • Maintain relationships with certification bodies, industry associations, and networks
  • Participate in customer meetings, audits, or ESG-related industry events
  • Conduct or support supplier audits

Organizationl Position

  • Reporting line: Management / CFO
  • Collaboration with:
  • Senior Management
  • Close cooperation with departments such as Environmental/Quality Management, Procurement, Engineering, Production, HR
  • External partners (consultants, auditors, certification bodies)

Goals and Key Metrics (Examples)

  • Completeness and timeliness of ESG/CSRD reporting
  • Improved performance in ESG ratings (e.g. EcoVadis score)
  • Implementation of prioritised sustainability projects
  • Employee involvement in ESG initiatives
  • Fulfilment of customer requirements regarding sustainability and supply chain standards

Requirements Profil

Must-have criteria

  • Strong interest and motivation for sustainability and ESG
  • Strong organisational and coordination skills
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across departments
  • Initiative and reliability
  • Fluent in German and/or Dutch, with good English skills (cross-site collaboration required)
  • Willingness to travel

Nice-to-have criteria

  • Initial practical experience in sustainability, environmental management, CSR or related topics
  • Familiarity with ESG reporting standards (e.g. EcoVadis, CSRD/ESRS, GRI)
  • Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or consulting environments
  • Completed studies or vocational training in environmental management, sustainability, business administration, engineering or similar (preferred but not mandatory)

Personal Competencies

  • Analytical thinking and structured working style
  • Ability to convey complex topics in an understandable way
  • Assertiveness combined with a cooperative approach
  • Enthusiasm for sustainability and change
  • Acts independently and proactively
  • Enjoys working collaboratively with colleagues

 Interested?

If this diverse and responsible role appeals to you, we look forward to receiving your application. Please send your complete application documents to:

 

Baiersbronn Frischfaser Karton GmbH

Sägmühleweg 18 – 72270 Baiersbronn

hr.baiersbronn@folbb.com

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