Circular Economy Specialist

Description

We are looking for a Circular Economy specialist to join our BRP team in Ghent. As the circular economy expert at BRP, you will play a crucial role in developing and implementing the principles of the circular economy across our product lines, and identify opportunities for improvement, and implement innovative solutions that align with our commitment to environmental stewardship.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our sustainability initiatives and contribute to the long-term success of our business.

YOU’LL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

●      Lead and develop strategies to integrate circular economy principles into BRP's product lifecycle, supply chain, and business operations.

●      Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for waste reduction, resource optimization, and product refurbishment or recycling.

●      Drive initiatives to enhance product durability, reusability, and remanufacturability, while minimizing environmental impact.

●      Establish partnerships with industry stakeholders to promote circularity and sustainable practices throughout the value chain.

●      Conduct research and stay abreast of emerging trends, regulations, and best practices in circular economy and sustainable business models.

YOU’LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING SKILLS AND QUALITIES:

●      Bachelor's or advanced degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability Studies, Materials Science and Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

●      Proven experience (5+ years) in circular economy, sustainable business, or related field, preferably within the manufacturing or automotive industry.

●      Strong analytical skills and ability to assess environmental impacts, lifecycle assessments, and circularity metrics.

●      Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and drive change at all levels of the organization.

●      Passion for sustainability and a genuine commitment to driving positive environmental outcomes.

●      Fluency in English and Dutch is required for this position, as it will involve communication with team members and stakeholders in both languages. Additionally, proficiency in any other EU languages would be considered an asset and is highly desirable.

ACKNOWLEDGING THE POWER OF DIVERSITY

BRP is dedicated to nurturing a culture that invites, connects, and propels the ambitions of people of all backgrounds, profiles, beliefs and experiences. Ultimately, the diversity and uniqueness of our people fuel our ingenuity and set the course for the path ahead!

For this reason, we value diversity and we strive to always push each other forward to build an inclusive workplace where every employee feels like they belong, where they can grow and find meaning.

WELCOME TO BRP

We’re a world leader in recreational vehicles and boats, creating innovative ways to move on snow, water, asphalt, dirt and even in the air. Headquartered in the Canadian town of Valcourt, Quebec, our company is rooted in a spirit of ingenuity and intense customer focus. Today, we operate manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Mexico, Finland, Australia and Austria, with a workforce made up of close to 23,000 spirited people, all driven by the deeply held belief that at work, as with life itself, it’s not about the destination; It’s about the journey.

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