Sustainability Specialist
€75,000 - €80,000 per year
Key Skills
Job Description
As part of the Sustainability team, you will play a key role in delivering an ambitious Net Zero 2040 roadmap and accelerating the transition to low-carbon and renewable molecules across an international asset network.
Working within a lean central team, you translate strategy into measurable impact. You lead performance tracking, support operational sites without direct authority, and turn complex sustainability data into actionable insights. You act as an internal subject matter expert on GHG emissions, sustainable products, and sustainability reporting, collaborating closely with central functions and local stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
Support the further development of the sustainability framework, including targets, KPIs, and CSRD implementation
Drive emissions reduction and the adoption of sustainable products at operational sites through data-driven insights, strong business cases, and stakeholder engagement
Coordinate and track the implementation of sustainability initiatives and roadmap actions
Monitor market developments, regulatory trends, and evolving stakeholder expectations
Monitor and improve sustainability performance
Support the definition of KPIs and reporting frameworks
Analyze and track performance against internal targets and external benchmarks
Deliver clear and structured sustainability performance reports
Track and forecast GHG emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) in line with long-term targets; identify gaps and improvement opportunities
Contribute to sustainability ratings, certifications, and external disclosures
Develop analytical frameworks to support the growth of low-carbon products (e.g. hydrogen, biofuels, CO₂-related value chains)
Provide both quantitative and qualitative input for internal and external communications, including annual sustainability reporting
Relevant HBO/ university degree
5–8 years of relevant experience in sustainability, energy transition, or a quantitative strategy/operations role
Experience within industrial, infrastructure, or energy-related environments is a plus
Strong understanding of ESG frameworks, trends, and reporting standards
Proven experience in developing and implementing sustainability programs and reporting processes
Strong analytical mindset - you prioritize data and modelling over presentation; advanced Excel skills required (scenario modelling, reporting), Power BI is a plus
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence without formal authority
Comfortable working in a lean, high-autonomy environment
Fluent in English
Approximately 10% travel required
Core Responsibilities
The Sustainability Specialist will drive the Net Zero 2040 roadmap by tracking performance, managing GHG emissions, and implementing sustainability initiatives across operational sites. They act as a subject matter expert to translate complex data into actionable insights and support external reporting and certifications.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a relevant university degree and possess 5–8 years of experience in sustainability, energy transition, or quantitative strategy roles. Strong analytical skills, proficiency in Excel, and experience with ESG frameworks and reporting standards are essential.
About New Spring Network
Industry: Furniture
Company size: 501-1,000 employees
DKG is the group behind the successful Dutch brands Bruynzeel Kitchens and Keller Kitchens. We literally make our brands ourselves. We do this in our own kitchen factory in Bergen op Zoom. That´s the beating heart of DKG. But making brands goes beyond just the kitchens. We develop, design, sell and install kitchens for the two brands. For private and business to business customers. And we don't just do this for our own brands, we also use our knowledge about kitchens to develop private labels. This is done by DKG Kitchens.