Group ESG Director 80–100%

ph3We create moments of enjoyment for food lovers of all generations /h3 pThe IDAK Food Group, headquartered in Spreitenbach, is a fast-growing European premium frozen food group with around 2,300 employees, approximately CHF 590 million in net sales, and 18 production sites. With operations across Switzerland, Italy, France, the United Kingdom and additional international markets, our companies combine strong local heritage with a shared entrepreneurial ambition to create delightful food experiences for customers around the world. /p pTo support our transformation journey and further strengthen sustainability across the Group, we are looking for a /p h3bGroup ESG Director (f/m/d) 80–100% /b /h3 h3Your responsibilities /h3 ul liLead the development and continuous refinement of the Group ESG strategy aligned with the strategic pillars People, Planet, Products and Practices /li liTranslate ESG ambitions into clear priorities, governance structures, KPIs and execution roadmaps across countries and functions /li liDrive the Group’s ESG governance framework and prepare discussions for the ESG Committee, Sustainability Steering Committee and other decision-making bodies /li liEnsure ESG reporting readiness, including CSRD/ESRS alignment, KPI governance, data quality and assurance requirements /li liCoordinate Group-wide sustainability initiatives relating to climate, energy, water, waste, responsible sourcing, packaging, human rights, health safety and business conduct /li liPartner closely with Operations, Procurement, RD, Marketing, Commercial, HR, Finance, Legal, Quality and EHS to embed ESG into business decisions and day‑to‑day operations /li liSupport local ESG teams through standards, tools, guidance, capability building and issue resolution /li liRepresent IDAK in relevant ESG forums and maintain relationships with customers, certification bodies, consultants and external stakeholders /li liLead hands‑on execution where required, particularly during transformation phases and strategic initiatives /li liBuild and continuously evolve the future ESG operating model across the Group, supporting integration, growth and long‑term value creation /li /ul h3Your profile /h3 ul liUniversity degree in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field /li liOver 10 years of experience in ESG, Sustainability, Strategy, Transformation, Operations, Consulting or related business leadership roles /li liStrong understanding of ESG frameworks and reporting requirements, including CSRD, ESRS, GRI, SBTi, EcoVadis and responsible business principles /li liExperience in international and multi‑site environments, ideally within manufacturing or food industries /li liProven ability to translate strategy into practical implementation through governance, KPIs and cross‑functional workstreams /li liStrong stakeholder management skills, including exposure to executive leadership, Board‑level stakeholders and external partners /li liExperience working across Operations, Procurement, RD, Marketing, HR, Finance, Legal, Quality and EHS functions /li liAbility to bring clarity and structure in complex and evolving environments /li liExcellent communication and influencing skills in English, both written and verbal /li liFrench, German and/or Italian are an advantage /li /ul h3What we offer /h3 ul liA unique opportunity to shape and lead the sustainability agenda of a rapidly growing international food group /li liA highly visible leadership role with direct impact on strategic decision‑making and business performance /li liThe chance to build ESG capabilities and governance structures across multiple countries and production sites /li liA dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where sustainability is a key pillar of long‑term value creation /li liCollaboration with experienced business leaders and international teams across the Group /li liA central Group role based in Spreitenbach with exposure to international stakeholders, manufacturing sites and industry forums across Europe /li liCompetitive employment conditions and opportunities for personal growth and professional development /li /ul pHave we sparked your interest? Are you looking for a responsible and exciting leadership role in an international and dynamic environment? We look forward to receiving your complete application documents. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr