CoC Manager Western Europe and Americas (Forestry)

TL;DR

CoC Manager Western Europe and Americas (Forestry): Managing quality assurance for forestry and timber certification audits with an accent on FSC/PEFC standards and technical support for affiliates. Focus on coordinating technical reviews of reports, training Lead Auditors, and ensuring compliance with accreditation requirements.

Location: Madrid, Spain. Hybrid/remote model

Company

The world's leading testing, inspection, and certification company, recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality, and integrity.

What you will do

• Support the development of timber and paper certification business (FSC/PEFC COC) in Western Europe and the Americas.
• Coordinate and perform technical reviews of COC reports to ensure alignment with accreditation requirements.
• Conduct Technical Internal Office Audits (L2) and maintain the FSC Database.
• Manage quality and performance (KPIs) of delivering affiliates.
• Develop and deliver training for COC auditors, acting as a Tutor for Lead Auditor Trainings.
• Manage FSC Trademark approval services and handle complaints and appeals.

Requirements

• Tertiary education in Forest Management, Timber Engineering, or equivalent professional experience.
• FSC COC Lead Auditor certification (must have).
• Experience as a Forestry Chain of Custody Lead Auditor Trainer.
• Professional work experience in the timber and/or paper industries.
• English language proficiency (CV must be submitted in English).
• Ability to operate without close supervision in a multinational environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Global and stable company leader in the TIC industry.
• Flexible schedule with a hybrid/remote work model.
• Continuous learning opportunities through hirify.global university and Campus.
• Multinational environment with colleagues from multiple continents.
• Access to a corporate benefits platform.