Sustainability Lead at Packmatic

We are transforming the packaging industry by building a digital, eco-friendly B2B procurement platform. Our team is currently launching a new SaaS product designed to help our customers optimize their procurement processes while significantly lowering their environmental impact. We are a group of dedicated builders led by founders with a track record of creating billion-dollar companies. Having recently secured 15 million in Series A funding from top-tier investors like EQT and HV Capital, we are now looking for a Sustainability Lead to join our team in Germany. If you are motivated to shape the future of this industry from our office in the heart of Berlin, we would love to meet you.

Key outcomes

• Lead the productization of sustainability insights for our internal spin-off, packa.
• Collaborate directly with our product founder and the managing director.
• Conduct in-depth research on packaging sustainability, including recyclability and product carbon footprint calculations.
• Create and implement a world-class research practice, including the development of streamlined internal processes.
• Structure complex information with high attention to detail to ensure our data remains actionable.
• Engage with key stakeholders in the packaging industry to understand and address their sustainability needs.
• Scale our research function and transition from an operational focus into managerial responsibilities as the company grows.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a research-heavy environment, such as a role in top-tier consulting or an academic background like a PhD.
• An execution-oriented mindset with a strong drive to deliver exceptional results.
• A detail-oriented work ethic combined with the ability to maintain a clear view of the big picture.
• Fluency in both German and English.

Preferred qualifications

• Previous professional experience working with packaging sustainability or product carbon footprint calculations.

How to apply

We value personality, attitude, and shared values as much as technical skills. If you believe you have unique talents that would benefit our mission, please reach out even if you do not meet every requirement listed. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We look forward to hearing from you.