Group ESG Director (f/m/d) 80–100%
IDAK Food Group AG
We create moments of enjoyment for food lovers of all generations
The IDAK Food Group, headquartered in Spreitenbach, is a fast-growing European premium frozen food group with around 2,300 employees, approximately CHF 590 million in net sales, and 18 production sites. With operations across Switzerland, Italy, France, the United Kingdom and additional international markets, our companies combine strong local heritage with a shared entrepreneurial ambition to create delightful food experiences for customers around the world.
To support our transformation journey and further strengthen sustainability across the Group, we are looking for a
Group ESG Director (f/m/d) 80–100%
Your responsibilities
- Lead the development and continuous refinement of the Group ESG strategy aligned with the strategic pillars People, Planet, Products and Practices
- Translate ESG ambitions into clear priorities, governance structures, KPIs and execution roadmaps across countries and functions
- Drive the Group’s ESG governance framework and prepare discussions for the ESG Committee, Sustainability Steering Committee and other decision-making bodies
- Ensure ESG reporting readiness, including CSRD/ESRS alignment, KPI governance, data quality and assurance requirements
- Coordinate Group-wide sustainability initiatives relating to climate, energy, water, waste, responsible sourcing, packaging, human rights, health & safety and business conduct
- Partner closely with Operations, Procurement, R&D, Marketing, Commercial, HR, Finance, Legal, Quality and EHS to embed ESG into business decisions and day-to-day operations
- Support local ESG teams through standards, tools, guidance, capability building and issue resolution
- Represent IDAK in relevant ESG forums and maintain relationships with customers, certification bodies, consultants and external stakeholders
- Lead hands-on execution where required, particularly during transformation phases and strategic initiatives
- Build and continuously evolve the future ESG operating model across the Group, supporting integration, growth and long-term value creation
Your profile
- University degree in Sustainability, Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Engineering or a related field
- Over 10 years of experience in ESG, Sustainability, Strategy, Transformation, Operations, Consulting or related business leadership roles
- Strong understanding of ESG frameworks and reporting requirements, including CSRD, ESRS, GRI, SBTi, EcoVadis and responsible business principles
- Experience in international and multi-site environments, ideally within manufacturing or food industries
- Proven ability to translate strategy into practical implementation through governance, KPIs and cross-functional workstreams
- Strong stakeholder management skills, including exposure to executive leadership, Board-level stakeholders and external partners
- Experience working across Operations, Procurement, R&D, Marketing, HR, Finance, Legal, Quality and EHS functions
- Ability to bring clarity and structure in complex and evolving environments
- Excellent communication and influencing skills in English, both written and verbal
- French, German and/or Italian are an advantage
What we offer
- A unique opportunity to shape and lead the sustainability agenda of a rapidly growing international food group
- A highly visible leadership role with direct impact on strategic decision-making and business performance
- The chance to build ESG capabilities and governance structures across multiple countries and production sites
- A dynamic and entrepreneurial environment where sustainability is a key pillar of long-term value creation
- Collaboration with experienced business leaders and international teams across the Group
- A central Group role based in Spreitenbach with exposure to international stakeholders, manufacturing sites and industry forums across Europe
- Competitive employment conditions and opportunities for personal growth and professional development
Have we sparked your interest? Are you looking for a responsible and exciting leadership role in an international and dynamic environment? We look forward to receiving your complete application documents.
