ESG Director

TBAuctionsaccelerates the pace of change into the future of B2B commerce; a future where online auctioning is the first choice to sell and buy used business goods.As the premier online auction platform, we pioneer thecircular economy, extending the life of used goods while reducing waste and emissions.We believe that “Everything Has Value” andwe make auctioning more effective and efficientby using technology, standardization, automation, and economies of scale. Through AI and big data, wedeveloped intelligent auctioning that continuously optimizesthe parameters of auction dynamics, creates friction-free userexperiences, and efficiently matches supply with demand.

TBA’s business currently operates within mostly B2B end markets with net auction sales of 1.3B EUR in 2023. We are currently the market leader in online auctioning in the Benelux and Nordics with a strong position to grow across Continental Europe. Our portfolio consists of currently 8 auction brands in Benelux and the Nordics.

In January 2022, TBA was acquired by Castik Capital to support the next phase of growth. Soon thereafter, Summa Equity joined Castik as co-investor in the pan-European digital auction platform. With the support of both forces, TBA will continue to strengthen our excellent market position within existing geographies and verticals, accelerating organic growth and increasing the pace of add-on acquisitions to build the leading European digital auction house.

We are proud to play an important role in the global move towards a circular economy by finding new owners for second hand and used goods which is at the heart of the global ESG agenda. The main objective of the ESG Director role is to stimulate and activate circularity and sustainability within our company. The position reports to the CMO and the ESG Director will be part of the Marketing MT.

We are looking for someone who has a strong belief in and vision regarding corporate sustainability and circularity and are not afraid to express it to the outside world. Your intrinsic motivation for the pursuit of sustainability makes you a source of new insights and ideas, inspiring all levels within the organisation, from operational employees to the C-level.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement TBA’s corporate ESG strategy.
• Continuously monitor performance against corporate ESG goals. Regularly benchmark ESG performance against peers, and industry trends and best practices. Proactively identify issues, risks, opportunities and trends that may impact the company from an ESG and corporate responsibility perspective and advise .
• Develop, maintain and execute regular cadence of ESG reporting, both internal and external, including production of an annual ESG Report, and other reporting products as needed.
• Development, maintenance and execution of appropriate disclosure controls and procedures related to ESG; inclusion of key ESG disclosures in regulatory filings.
• Develop and maintain an ESG dashboard for functional leaders, the executive team, and shareholders. Focusing on developing metrics that track performance and inform strategic decision-making related to ESG.
• Convene internal ESG conversations to drive corporate ESG strategy; produce recommendations on action, policy or behavior change; work with internal and external stakeholders to enact these recommendations and develop a cohesive narrative around them.
• Initiate and manage projects across various segments and corporates disciplines.
• Work closely with the Marketing team to bring out TBAuctions sustainability vision to life.
• Foster employee engagement in sustainability through communication initiatives, educational content, and community-building activities.
• Collaborate with different brands within the Group on [marketing] strategies to promote the company’s sustainability projects. Define internal and external communication plan and events to increase the visibility of our ESG efforts.
• Budget management: Managing the ESG related budget and initiatives, ensuring that resources are effectively allocated to meet our ESG targets
• Work closely with the Director of People & Culture to advance DE&I efforts and foster a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Collaborate closely with our local brands and ESG ambassadors to drive and align on ESG initiatives and create a platform to share best practices with each other.
• The ESG Director needs to have long-term strategic planning experience. Also, the ESG Director should understand how theESG factors can be alignedwith the company's long-term goals.

Experience and Qualifications

• You have the toolkit and mindset to help drive TBAuctions’ 2x growth over the next 3 years.
• 12+ years of related experience that includes direct experience with ESG programs in a corporate environment, including working with reporting and ratings frameworks, is required
• Demonstrable knowledge of ESG frameworks, standards and trends is required
• Advanced skills in writing and report preparation are required
• 3+ years of Project Management experience is required
• Executive presence along with a passion for teamwork and collaboration are a must
• 4-year Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience, is required
• Master’s or graduate degree in ESG, CSR or a related discipline is preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex ESG concepts to a variety of audiences.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Adaptability and desire to work in an evolving/start-up environment where policies and processes are being created.
• Accountability
• Teamwork and Building Partnerships
• Interpersonal Effectiveness

What You Will Find at TBA

• An industry leading platform and resources to invest in the business.
• Close collaboration with our Executive and Leadership teams, as well as our Board of Directors.
• A high degree of autonomy, accountability, and trust.
• A highly motivated and international team of colleagues.
• Performance-driven compensation package: fixed salary, and variable bonus.
• This role is Amsterdam based.
• This role requires about 4 days in office per week and up to 30% travel.

At TBA, we value commitment, teamwork, diversity, and your personal and professional development. We offer our teams an inclusive work environment by fostering a friendly atmosphere and an energetic company culture. We enjoy building and nourishing long-lasting friendships across teams.