Global Technical Manager
SGS North America Inc.

Company Description

We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 97,000 employees operate a network of 2,650offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Job Description

Main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Obtaining and managing the accreditation with NABCB for ISO 14065 - VCS Scope
• Identifying opportunies to leverage the accreditation for programmes in addition to the VCS
• Work in close collaboration with the Global Sales Manager in identifying validation and verification opportunities and prospecting to clients
• Development and management of a team of Lead Auditors through both internal trainings and recruitement
• On occasions, act as Lead Auditor and/or Technical Reviewer
• Support with technical and compelling content commercial proposals
• Collaborate with the wider climate change programme team and marketing teams to define customer targets and marketing campaigns
• Geographical responsibility: Global

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities will include but not limited to the following activities:

• Development and management of the the validation and verification of offset and removal projects' Business
• Proactive identification of carbon markets programme and scheme together with the accreditation requirements
• Development and management of technical teams of Lead and local auditors to ensure delivery across regions
• From time to time act as Lead Assessor and Technical Reviewer
• Management of accreditations
• Support sales through technical learship and spractical sales tools

Qualifications

CORE COMPETENCES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree in STEM discipline or equivalent professional experience
• 7+ yars experience on carbon offsets programmes with a VVB (Validation and Verification Body)
• Heavy and high complexity industries knowledge to ensure broad knowledge of applicable methodologies
• Demonstrated experience in managing and developing teams
• In depth understanding of internationally recognised offsets and removal programmes and schemes
• Experience in managing accreditations
• Project management skills to enable seameless delivery and management of projects under different programmes and schemes
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Fluent English + other languages would be a plus
• Able to be flexible in response to work demands, including international travel globally
• Flexible location

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