CoC Manager, Western Europe and Americas

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Europe.

📋 Description

• The CoC (Chain of Custody) Regional Manager for Affiliates in Western Europe and the Americas is tasked with ensuring quality assurance for audits.

• Aiding in the growth of the CBE timber and paper certification business within the regions of the assigned affiliates.

• Guaranteeing effective communication and interaction with the Global Forestry Team.

• Assisting the Global Technical Manager in updating the COC procedures and related documentation.

• Overseeing the technical assessment of COC reports.

• Executing Technical Internal Office Audits in accordance with the global audit plan.

• Managing quality and monitoring the performance of SGS delivering affiliates.

• Participating in accreditation body audits and addressing accreditation body Corrective Action Requests (CARs) as directed by the Accreditation Manager(s).

• Establishing and maintaining formal initial and refresher training sessions for COC auditors.

• Conducting FSC audits as needed when assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A degree in Forest Management or Timber Engineering, or secondary education accompanied by equivalent professional training and experience.

• Certification as an FSC COC Lead Auditor (mandatory).

• Relevant work experience within the timber and/or paper industries.

• Experience in auditing and commercial activities related to products, including the preparation of commercial proposals.

• Possessing analytical, decisive, adaptable, ethical, problem-solving, persuasive, and commercially-sensitive traits.

• Strong customer and commercial orientation.

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English, with developed presentation capabilities and the ability to engage effectively with senior government officials and organizational senior management.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team while also functioning independently without close supervision.

• Proficiency in the English language, in addition to fluency in the local language, is advantageous.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible scheduling and a hybrid/remote working model.

• Access to SGS university and Campus for continuous learning opportunities.

• A multinational workplace where you will collaborate with colleagues from various continents.