Meo Carbon Solutions is an independent consulting company focusing on sustainability advancement. We support public and private sector clients worldwide in the strategic orientation and implementation of goal-oriented measures towards more sustainable production pathways and ecologically and socially responsible business activities. Our aim is to help clients achieve carbon-neutrality and net-zero by developing corporate sustainability strategies, calculating product and company carbon footprints as well as implementing sustainability measures, emission compensation and carbon trading. We are also involved in the development and implementation of sustainability standards to ensure sustainable value chains and social compliance.
Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at MEO come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.
Meo Carbon Solutions is an independent consulting company focusing on sustainability advancement. We support public and private sector clients worldwide in the strategic orientation and implementation of goal-oriented measures towards more sustainable production pathways and ecologically and socially responsible business activities. Our aim is to help clients achieve carbon-neutrality and net-zero by developing corporate sustainability strategies, calculating product and company carbon footprints as well as implementing sustainability measures, emission compensation and carbon trading. We are also involved in the development and implementation of sustainability standards to ensure sustainable value chains and social compliance.
At Meo we are a close team of highly motivated, supportive and committed young professionals with a multitude of backgrounds. Due to our continued growth, we are looking for at least one more Project Manager – Sustainable Agricultural Supply Chains in a permanent full-time position. If you feel we are a fit, we are looking forward to welcoming you in our team in at our head office in Cologne.
- You will actively shape the development and implementation of a new certification system for sustainable peat substitutes that are used in potting soils and professional substrates as an alternative to peat
- You will work on various topics related to sustainability certification and take responsibility, including further development of sustainability requirements, supply chain traceability, alignment with legal requirements, accreditation, quality management and integrity program
- You will support the application of new digital tools for audit processes
- You will develop customized greenhouse gas calculations for substrate supply chains applying the new standard methodology and support its development
- You will perform data research, analysis and evaluations for specific customer requests and the preparation of reports and market studies
- You will implement the concepts and processes together with our customers
- You will support the further development of our service portfolio and manage proposals and tenders
- You will be responsible for the whole project lifecycle including scheduling, stakeholder management, documentation, controlling, preparation and participation in client meetings and project workshops (in-person and virtual)
- You will support communication and public relations of the certification system
- You will perform company presentations at public national and international events
- University degree in agricultural science, organic agriculture, environmental engineering, natural resource management, natural sciences, life sciences, sustainable management, or other related fields
- Basic knowledge in GHG emissions accounting, GHG Protocol, ISO, IPCC or similar standards and Lifecycle Assessments for different products
- Additional experience in following areas of advantage: sustainability certification, policy consulting, GHG/ carbon footprint calculation, stakeholder management
- At least one year of professional experience in project management
- Excellent communication skills in German and English (both at least C1), other languages of advantage
- Strong presentation skills as well as the ability to explain complex issues in simple terms and to prepare professional presentations according to target group
- High degree of initiative and commitment combined with an independent working style and pragmatic, hands-on attitude
- Very good computer and MS Office skills as well as high general IT proficiency
- Good affinity with calculations, data analysis and data collection
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally (upon request)
We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.
To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:
Great Team Environment
- Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
- Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
Individual learning and development plan - Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
- Frequently feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection (?)
- Many free language classes
- Access to several technical specific as well as training courses
- The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
- We promote from within!
Work-Life Balance - Hybrid set-up
- 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
- Flexible working hours and trust based working time
- 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year's eve, carnival monday)
- Sabbatical options
Financial benefits - A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
- JobTicket/Deutschlandticket
- Annual bonus scheme based on performance
Wellness Programs - Subsidized Urban Sports Club
- Active Break scheme with weekly Yoga sessions
- Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life
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