Product Manager (m/w/d)

Job Description

ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Our activities and impact are expanding and our teams are growing exponentially since the last 3 years.

To further strengthen our Certification Team, we are looking forward to welcoming you as APS Product Manager at ISCC headquarters in Cologne.

In this role, you will act as the "Power User" of the Audit Process System (APS), combining deep process knowledge with strong product management and user experience expertise. You will ensure that APS continuously meets the needs of auditors, certification bodies and internal stakeholders while aligning with ISCC certification requirements and strategic objectives.

If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join a culturally certified Great Place to Work® company with highly motivated and diverse teams making a real difference, we look forward to your application!

Your main duties will be:

• Management of APS-related stakeholder exchange with internal departments as well as certification bodies and auditors, ensuring aligned objectives and continuous improvement
• Collection, evaluation, prioritization and coordination of APS feature requests in collaboration with internal stakeholders, certification bodies and auditors
• Translation of audit and certification requirements and auditor needs into actionable software features, including definition and validation of functional and non-functional requirements
• Conversion of complex business processes into clear, structured product and system specifications
• Ownership of the UI/UX design of APS, translating complex workflows and user requirements into intuitive, user-centred interface concepts
• Coordination with software developers and internal IT colleagues to ensure seamless implementation, timely issue resolution and continuous product improvement
• Ownership of the testing and acceptance process for new product features by validating functionality, coordinating reviews with internal experts and running beta tests with internal stakeholders and auditors
• Creation, management, and maintenance of APS documentation, including BPMN 2.0 process flows, guidelines, manuals and user-facing materials
• Provision of APS Helpdesk support including ticket assessment, prioritization and resolution
• Creation and maintenance of APS-related website and training content for the ISCC Academy
• Representation of APS at internal and external events and maintenance of APS-related legal documents in collaboration with legal counsel

Your profile

• University degree in environmental or sustainability studies, engineering, business management, information technology or a comparable field
• At least 2-3 years of experience working in software product management, preferably within certification/labels, sustainability or stakeholder-driven environment
• Preferably experience with internal/external auditing procedures, working in quality management, ISO standards, business analysis and/or stakeholder experience
• Good understanding of certification systems and complex process landscapes
• Understanding of software development life cycles and data exchange protocols
• Strong experience in stakeholder management, cross-functional collaboration, and user-centred product development
• Excellent English language skills (at least C1, written and spoken); good German language skills (B2)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and prioritization skills with a high attention to detail
• Very good communication and presentation skills combined with a strong service-oriented mindset
• Ability to work independently, proactively drive improvements and manage multiple topics in parallel
• Excellent MS Office skills and strong general IT proficiency

Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.

To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

Great Team Environment

• Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
• Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services, ClimatePal, and TYC
• The opportunity to work independently and shape processes

Individual learning and development plan

• Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
• Frequent feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection
• Many free language classes
• Access to several trainings as well as specific technical courses
• We promote from within!

Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid set-up
• 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
• Flexible working hours and trust based working time
• 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Carnival Monday)
• Sabbatical options

Financial benefits

• A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
• JobTicket/Deutschlandticket
• Annual bonus scheme based on performance

Wellness Programs

• Subsidized Urban Sports Club
• Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply via the button below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates.

We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you in our team soon!

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender or any other criteria that is not a professional qualification for an open position.