Strategy project manager- circular and materials focus

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Company DescriptionSystemiq is a system-change company committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement by transforming markets and business models in five key systems: nature and food, materials and circularity, energy, urban areas, and sustainable finance. As a certified B Corp, we combine strategic advisory with high-impact, on-the-ground work, partnering with business, finance, policy-makers, and civil society to deliver system change. With offices in Brazil, France, Germany, UK, Netherlands, and Indonesia, our team has grown to more than 380 people since our start in 2016.We are a pure-play sustainability-focused company, dedicated exclusively to sustainability projects.

What We DoSystemiq orchestrates system change in clean energy, circular material solutions, and sustainable land use. This involves re-imagining industries, re-configuring the energy world, and regenerating ecosystems to address systemic failures, unlocking economic opportunities that benefit business, society, and the environment.

As a Systems Change Project Manager at Systemiq, you will work on projects and programs that co-create approaches with our partners/clients to overcome perceived trade-offs between economic viability, ecosystem regeneration, and social inclusion and wellbeing. Your responsibilities will include:

• Collaborating with partners to develop strategies for sustainable transformations
• Analyzing data to generate strategic insights and practical solutions
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with project stakeholders
• Managing and leading project teams to ensure successful delivery of project goals
• Supporting partners in monitoring, evaluating, and communicating their business model, vision, and impact

To excel in this role, candidates should have a strong record of professional excellence and a demonstrated contribution to change and impact in strategic consultancy. Ideal candidates will have:

• A passion for Systemiq's mission and the sustainability/environment/social enterprise space
• 5+ years of experience in a professional system change environment, preferably in strategic advisory/consulting roles. Relevant experience in start-ups, in-house strategy, project management, and investment will also be considered.
• Expertise in key concepts and value chains in sectors such as plastics, petrochemicals, mobility & transport, heavy industries, energy, consumer goods, manufacturing, construction, waste management, and electronics.
• A Master's degree or equivalent
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience in managing senior-level relationships
• Proven experience in managing and leading teams to achieve project objectives
• A collaborative team player attitude with a can-do spirit
• An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify and realize new opportunities
• Resilience under stress and resourcefulness to deliver results
• Alignment with Systemiq's values of creativity, challenge, collaboration, change, and care

Disclaimer: Please ensure you are legally eligible to work/live in your location when applying for this role. Visa sponsorship or relocation costs will not be provided.

Diversity & InclusionAt Systemiq, we believe that diversity and inclusion are crucial to system change and our mission. We are committed to:

• Embedding diverse and inclusive practices in all aspects of our work, including recruitment, performance management, and people processes and policies.
• Providing a supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and perform at their best, regardless of background, personality, gender, sexual orientation, race, mental health, religion, or other characteristics.
• Supporting our people through all life stages, accommodating personal priorities, and promoting a sustainable approach to work and life.

Reward and RecognitionThe remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidate's experience and expertise.

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