Global ESG Controller
Who we are
Since 1990, we’ve grown into a global leader in personalized medicine. Today, 5,000+ colleagues in 34 countries work together to support over 200,000 customers worldwide.
From compounding and natural products to software, equipment, and genomics — we deliver smart, ready-to-use solutions that make healthcare better.
We’re passionate, science-driven, and always looking for new ways to improve lives. 🚀
Explore your future at careers.fagron.com.
About the job
We are seeking a Global ESG Controller to be based in our office in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. This role supports Fagron’s global sustainability ambitions, leading the implementation of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) initiatives and ensuring correct ESG data across all regions.
As a listed company, Fagron reports in accordance with the CSRD (Corporate Sustainable Reporting Directive). Our ambition, however, goes beyond compliance. In 2024, Fagron launched its updated ESG strategy: "Future Forward: Personalizing Medicine," which champions greater access to personalized medicine while growing responsibly as an employer, business partner, and science-based enabler. Our approach to sustainability is embedded across our three pillars: People, Operations, and Compounding.
We continue to advance our global ESG monitoring and reporting systems, addressing amongst others greenhouse gas emissions, occupational health, waste management and pollutants. As Global ESG Controller, you will be the central link connecting the Global ESG team, regional and local operations, and the leadership, ensuring the professionalization of our ESG data, reporting, and governance across all Fagron locations. Your work will be vital to realizing our global sustainability targets.
Your Responsibilities
- Optimize, implement, and oversee global ESG control frameworks and processes to guarantee accurate, timely, and compliant data collection and reporting.
- Identify and evaluate global ESG risks and opportunities, supporting the creation and monitoring of action plans to reduce environmental impact, enhance social responsibility, and strengthen governance.
- Further develop and further automate the ESG reporting structure.
- Supervise the consolidation and validation of ESG data from all production facilities and warehouses globally, ensuring data quality for both internal and external stakeholders.
- Train and mentor regional and local teams, building ESG awareness and competence throughout the organization.
- Coordinate periodic ESG reports (non-financial information) including the annual report.
- Maintain contact with external auditors and coordinate the non-financial annual audit.
- Prepare non financial data requirements for external stakeholders (or from banks).
Set yourself apart
You are an analytical, detail-oriented professional, passionate about ESG and sustainability. You have proven experience with global ESG data management, reporting standards, and internal controls. You are a confident communicator and thrive in multicultural environments.
You possess the following qualifications, background and abilities:
- A minimum of 5 year work experience.
- A Master’s degree in a relevant field (sustainability, finance or accounting).
- Familiar with ESG frameworks, global reporting standards (e.g., CSRD, GRI), and international regulatory requirements.
- Experience developing and implementing ESG policies, processes, and internal controls at a global scale.
- Strong analytical and reporting skills with ESG data.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
- Experience delivering training and support to international teams on ESG topics is an advantage.
What's on offer?
- Being part of an international team.
- Fixed-term contract with the possibility and intention to extend.
- A market-conform salary, all in line with your knowledge & experience.
- Hybrid working with 3 days in the office.
- Annual bonus.
- 28 vacation days.
- Collective health insurance.
- Travel allowance of € 0.23 per KM (with a max of 150KM per day) or 100% public transportation reimbursement.
At Fagron, you’ll find plenty of chances to grow — both personally and professionally. We work in an open, dynamic environment where your ideas and talents can shine.
We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 🌍 Diversity makes us stronger, and we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome.
Ready for the challenge?
Take the next step and join us in shaping the future of personalized medicine. Apply today at careers.fagron.com.
🚫 Please note: we do not accept agency referrals for this position.
