Sustainability, and particularly the development of sustainable products, is an important pillar of the Z&S strategy. Product life cycle analyses or carbon footprints (LCA / PCF) are the method of choice for steering product optimisations or new developments towards sustainability and form the backbone of a data-supported portfolio transformation.
As an analyst in PCF / LCA calculation, you will be part of the ESG team at Zschimmer & Schwarz, coordinating data with different units such as procurement, operations, global operational marketing, R&D and combining them into life cycle assessments.
As soon as possible, we are looking for:
Life Cycle Assessment Analyst (m/f/d)
Job description
- Point of contact for questions related to life cycle assessment (LCA) and
product carbon footprint (PCF) - Conduct LCA calculations of different products and product groups according
to different methodological standards (e.g. ISO), interpret and present
results according to the Zschimmer & Schwarz LCA guideline - Advice, support and training of business partners on all aspects of LCA
Support R&D in the development of sustainable products with LCA data
and knowledge - Together with internal stakeholders, monitor standards, norms, guidelines and their relevance to Zschimmer & Schwarz LCA (e.g. ISO, TFS, etc.) and
develop compliant Z&S reporting formats
Required Qualifications
- Background in chemistry (master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related fields)
- Good IT knowledge (MS Office, Excel)
- Prior knowledge in performing LCA calculations and generating key performance indicators (KPIs) using LCA tools like SimaPro is a plus. Training opportunities are available
- Ability to think data-driven and communicate findings in a comprehensible way
- Ability to effectively communicate LCA concepts and negotiate with stakeholders to achieve alignment on methodologies and results
- Self-driven way of working with the ability to navigate in a multinational matrix-organisational structure, effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Fluent English skills (C1)
Our Benefits
A permanent position in a successful family business with flat hierarchies.
An attractive salary in line with chemical industry pay scales.
A future-proof job with 37.5 hours/week, flexitime account and the possibility of mobile working as well as a job bike (bike leasing) and reduced job ticket.
An interesting, challenging and varied area of responsibility.
Good personal development opportunities including individual and needs-based training and further education.
An open and positive welcoming culture with comprehensive induction training.
A dynamic team that enjoys working together and has a high degree of personal responsibility.
If you are interested in this exciting and varied position, we look forward to
receiving your application documents, stating the earliest possible starting date
and your salary expectations.
In chemistry ...
... the connection must be right.
Zschimmer & Schwarz combines the values of a medium-sized family business with the ambitions of a globally active chemical company. A company history of more than 130 years and responsibility for more than 1,500 employees characterize us, as do 27 subsidiaries in 16 countries on five continents and customers from a wide variety of industries. As a manufacturer of tailor-made chemical specialties, we are committed to tradition and innovation.
Job Facts
- Location:
- Contract: Permanent Appointment
- Job ID: US2025
Zschimmer & Schwarz
GmbH & Co KG
Chemische Fabriken
Max-Schwarz-Straße 3-5
56112 Lahnstein
