Senior Project Manager- Critical Raw Materials

Company Description Systemiq is a system-change company committed to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement by transforming markets and business models in five key systems: nature and food, materials and circularity, energy, urban areas, and sustainable finance. As a certified B Corp, we combine strategic advisory with high-impact, on-the-ground work, partnering with business, finance, policy-makers, and civil society to deliver system change. With offices in Brazil, France, Germany, UK, Netherlands, and Indonesia, our team has grown to more than 380 people since our start in 2016. We are a pure-play sustainability-focused company, dedicated exclusively to sustainability projects.

What We Do Systemiq orchestrates system change in clean energy, circular material solutions, and sustainable land use. This involves re-imagining industries, re-configuring the energy world, and regenerating ecosystems to address systemic failures, unlocking economic opportunities that benefit business, society, and the environment.

Job Title: Senior Project Manager – Critical Raw Materials (CRM)

Role Overview:
We are seeking a driven Project Manager to lead initiatives surrounding the sustainable sourcing and supply chain management of critical raw materials. You will collaborate with industry leaders, government officials, and NGOs to address sustainability challenges in the raw materials sector, focusing particularly on CRM's pivotal role in technologies like renewable energy, electric vehicles, and digitalization. The role involves strategic project leadership, stakeholder management, and providing insights into market and supply chain risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complex CRM-related projects that address supply chain sustainability, resource efficiency, and circularity.
• Collaborate with cross-sector stakeholders to design and implement sustainable material sourcing solutions.
• Conduct supply chain and market risk assessments to develop mitigation strategies for CRM.
• Provide expertise on CRM policies, regulations, and their impact on various industries.
• Track and analyze global market trends for critical raw materials, offering insights that help drive decision-making for clients.
• Build relationships with clients and partners to co-create scalable, system-level solutions in CRM.
• Manage project resources, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring the successful completion of objectives.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of project management experience, with a focus on critical raw materials or relevant sustainability fields.
• Strong understanding of CRM supply chains, market risks, and policy frameworks (e.g., rare earth elements, lithium, cobalt).
• Experience in strategic consulting or a demonstrated ability to work with strategic consulting methodologies preferred.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to analyze and present data on raw materials and supply chain sustainability

Diversity & Inclusion At Systemiq, we believe that diversity and inclusion are crucial to system change and our mission. We are committed to:

• Embedding diverse and inclusive practices in all aspects of our work, including recruitment, performance management, and people processes and policies.
• Providing a supportive environment where everyone can be themselves and perform at their best, regardless of background, personality, gender, sexual orientation, race, mental health, religion, or other characteristics.
• Supporting our people through all life stages, accommodating personal priorities, and promoting a sustainable approach to work and life.

Reward and Recognition The remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidate's experience and expertise.

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