Global Circularity and Sustainability Certification Manager

Global Circularity and Sustainability Certification ManagerFull-timeWe are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture. We offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future‑oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and are committed to supporting your development within the company. Our business principles include: Integrity, Health, Safety & Environment, Quality & Professionalism, Respect, Sustainability, and Leadership.The role sits within the Global Sustainability and Supply Chain Services that leads the innovation, development and maintenance of the key resources within the Circularity pillar to enable the adoption Circularity and Sustainability Certification products and, in line with the best‑available knowledge and following best‑practice for certification bodies.The Global Circularity and Sustainability Certification Manager is a key pillar of the Global Sustainability strategy and responsible for the development and maintenance of Circularity products and guidance within the network. The manager acts as “products owner” for the key procedures and processes, including coordination across different affiliate and regional teams to ensure a successful development and growth.The role reports to the Global ESG Assurance, Climate and Circularity Manager (CEO‑3).Primary ResponsibilitiesEnsure and lead the global management of Circularity and Sustainability Certification services (accredited or non‑accredited), guaranteeing technical and commercial success across the affiliate network, while ensuring quality of service delivery, compliance with accreditation or scheme owner requirements, and alignment with business needs.Maintain or extend the scope of accreditations / approvals in line with the Circularity and Sustainability Certification strategy and business needs.Work proactively with the BA Global Accreditation Manager and Global ESGACC Manager to maintain impartiality and prevent/resolve potential conflicts of interest when they arise.Ensure global internal and external KPIs are met, and that all relevant approvals and accreditations are maintained to safeguard the SGS business and reputation.Manage a team of Product Managers (currently 2, based in India) and acting as an Accreditation Manager for the key Social Certification schemes.Participate in the definition of product strategies, policies and internal systems for Circularity and Sustainability Certification services.Support the commercial strategy and provide guidance to affiliates to facilitate product growth globally.Monitor market trends and competitor activities to strengthen business growth strategy through the network.Represent SGS externally in relevant forums, including standardization committees and interprofessional working groups (e.g., IIOA, TIC Council, WBCSD, etc.) to maintain influence and visibility in the sustainability and circularity certification landscape.Specific ResponsibilitiesTechnical:Maintain a constant accurate and up to date knowledge of the product regulatory and/or market evolution.Act as the Technical Lead contact for the network of Affiliates and communicate effectively with ability to clearly convey key messages to executive stakeholders within the network and management, demonstrating pragmatism whilst maintaining the integrity of the scheme.Support and provide subject matter expertise as needed.Ensure compliance with all generic global technical documents and procedures as defined by the BA Global Operational Excellence Team.Business:In line with the segment strategy, provide commercial strategy and business plan for the growth of the products at global level and support affiliates with their strategies in key countries and regions.In collaboration with the affiliates establish global and local pricing strategies.In co‑operation with the Global Marketing Services, develop and support the relevant specific marketing materials to support business growth.Develop an intimate knowledge of customer and market needs by defining and overseeing the relevant market researches.Develop an intimate knowledge of the competition by constantly overseeing competitive activities.Support the sales, marketing, business development and