(Junior) System Manager – ISCC PLUS (Traceability & COC)

ISCC System GmbH

  • Köln
  • Post Date: 16. April 2024
Jobbeschreibung

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. More than 8400 companies in over 130 countries worldwide use the ISCC System. ISCC covers all sustainable feedstocks, including agricultural and forestry biomass, circular materials and renewables. As a no-deforestation standard with a strong commitment to protect forests, high-carbon stock lands and biodiversity, ISCC strives for a world where biomass and other raw materials are produced in an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable manner.


  • Develop principles, criteria and indicators for the ISCC PLUS standard with regard to traceability and chain of custody
  • Facilitate practical implementation of ISCC PLUS certification through technical guidance to certified companies and auditors/certification bodies
  • Develop and update system documents, audit procedures, training materials
  • Further develop and conduct ISCC PLUS trainings on the certification of ISCC PLUS supply chains
  • Initiate, organize and participate in stakeholder communication regarding ISCC PLUS certification
  • Establish and maintain good working relations with relevant stakeholders and key accounts
  • Represent ISCC at external events (e.g. conferences, stakeholder meetings)
  • Analyse market needs for sustainability certification with regard to different final markets
  • Develop and adjust certification requirement principles and strengthen the integrity of the scheme


  • University degree in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, environmental science/ engineering, chemistry, physics or another related field
  • At least 2 years of professional experience after graduation, preferably related to: circular economy, bio economy, certification systems or similar
  • Proven professional experience in project management
  • Excellent communication skills in an international environment with stakeholders at all levels
  • Excellent research and writing skills
  • Excellent language skills in English (at least C1), additional language skills will be of advantage
  • Very strong presentation skills as well as the ability to explain complex issues in simple terms and to create professional presentations according to target group
  • High general IT proficiency and very good working knowledge in databases and MS Office
  • High degree of initiative and an independent working style
  • Willingness to contribute to the continuous improvement process and to drive change
  • Willingness and ability to travel internationally


Our team is our core asset and we want to support our people as best we can. To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

  • Three days home-office, four weeks remote work at a place of choice, flexible working hours and trust-based working time
  • Permanent contracts
  • 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year's eve, carnival monday)
  • A bonus scheme
  • A generous pension scheme in line with our sustainability values
  • JobTicket/Deutschlandticket and JobRad options
  • Many free language classes
  • Sabbatical options
  • An attractive and modern office in the centre of Cologne with many lunch and shopping options close by
  • Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions, 4C Services, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
  • Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
  • An individual learning and development path
  • Urban Sports Club
  • Active Break scheme with daily sessions such as Yoga, strengthening or breathing techniques
  • Free fruits, snacks, tea, coffee …
  • The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
  • Great team events

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