Wander AG Schweiz
Sustainability Transformation Lead (f/m/d)
Would you like to play an active role in shaping how we live and develop sustainability along the entire value chain? Join us at TwiningsOvo.
As part of Associated British Foods (ABF), we unite two iconic brands with a shared vision for a more sustainable future: Twinings, the global tea pioneer since 1706, and Ovomaltine & Caotina of Wander AG in Switzerland - known for generations of quality, enjoyment, and innovation.
We're looking for a Sustainability Transformation Lead (f/m/d) to accelerate our journey toward a more sustainable future. In this pivotal role, you'll drive the integration of sustainability across our entire value chain - with a particular focus on ensuring responsible sourcing and social impact across around 200 raw materials. You'll shape strategies, initiatives, and partnerships that create lasting impact, working closely with teams in Switzerland and the DACH region, as well as with our Global Social Impact & Sustainability team, to turn ambitions into measurable progress and cultural transformation across the business.
You'll report to the Global Social Impact & Sustainability Director, with a dotted line to the Wander business.
Sustainability Transformation Lead (f/m/d)
- Strategic responsibility: developing, coordinating and embedding the sustainability sourcing strategy in the company with focus on Raw materials.
- Team leadership: Leading and developing the interdisciplinary sustainability team ("Team Green").
- Role model: Leading by example, raising awareness of sustainability among employees and the management team, inspiring and empowering them.
- KPIs & reporting: Accountable for the reporting and KPIs, progress and metrics for senior management. Includes, defining relevant sustainability metrics, preparing reports for senior management and for internal and external stakeholders.
- Processes & tools: Introduction and further development of processes, RACI models, software and data tools for sustainability management.
- Stakeholder management: Communication with internal and external partners, representation in relevant associations and initiatives.
- Advising management: Sparring partner for management and specialist departments on sustainability issues.
- Degree in environmental sciences, sustainability management, engineering or a comparable field (MSc/Ing).
- 3-5 years of professional experience in the field of sustainability (preferably in the food industry or manufacturing).
- Experience in matrix organisations, project or team management.
- Language skills: German and English (business fluent).
- Strong communicative and inspiring personality with the ability to win over employees and managers to sustainability.
- Analytical and pragmatic, able to see the "big picture" and derive concrete measures.
- At least 6 weeks of vacation
- A day off on your birthday, because your day matters
- A sporty corporate culture with flat hierarchies, an informal atmosphere, and plenty of creative freedom
- Attractive employee discounts in the company's own factory outlet
- Discounted Reka checks for even more leisure time
- A modern working environment and flexible working hours
- A team that sticks together!
- Well-known brands such as Ovomaltine, Caotina, Twinings, and many more
After submitting your application, you will receive a confirmation email. We carefully review all applications, and while this process may take some time, transparent and timely communication is important to us. Once we have gained a first impression of your qualifications, we will inform you about the next steps. If your profile matches our requirements, we will contact you to invite you to a personal interview at our site in Neuenegg or remote via MS Teams.