Would you like to join a global, growing company that innovates for a more sustainable tomorrow? UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values – trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils!
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We are now looking for a Manager, chain of custody compliance and audit management in UPM Next Generation Renewables Marketing, Sustainability and Communications team. This is a fixed-term position until the end of 2027.
Greetings from your future manager
“Welcome to our Sustainability team and take an active role in supporting the success of UPM Next Generation Renewables. In this position, you will contribute to ensuring that our products and value chains meet evolving sustainability regulations and standards, while helping us further strengthen sustainability across our business. We are a committed team working to turn sustainability ambitions into practical action, and I look forward to welcoming a new team member to join us on this journey!” - Liisa Ranta, Director, Sustainability and Regulatory affairs
What you will do
Ensure our products comply with applicable regulatory and certification requirements
Coordinate and manage internal and external audits
Design and deliver chain of custody-related training
Act as a partner and point of contact for our commercial and supply chain teams, providing guidance on market requirements and compliance topics
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain and improve chain of custody practices
Monitor relevant sustainability regulations and standards and develop audit and certification practices accordingly
Participate in the process for ensuring regulatory market access in our key markets
Who you are
You have in-depth knowledge and experience of implementing chain of custody management in relation to certification schemes such as ISCC, RSB or other voluntary sustainability assurance systems for biofuels or biomaterials. Familiarity with forest certification standards such as FSC and PEFC is considered an asset but is not required
You have expertise in sustainability chain of custody practices, regulations, and standards
You have knowledge of the regulatory requirements of the EU Renewable Energy Directive and related rules, preferably both at the EU level and in key EU markets such as Germany, Italy, and the Netherlands
You have experience working in the fuel and energy sector
You are able to understand and design business processes
You have an understanding of IT tools and systems related to chain of custody and the ability to analyze and interpret sustainability data
You bring strong communication and collaboration skills
You have project management and problem-solving skills, along with attention to detail
This is what we offer to you
A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.
A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.
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Additional information
The preferred location for this position is Helsinki, Finland.
For further information about the role, please contact Liisa Ranta, Director, Sustainability and Regulatory affairs, at [email protected].
How to apply
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter by 30.8.2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.
For support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Service Center at [email protected] or tel. +358204146600.
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Country-specific information
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UPM Next Generation Renewables
UPM Next Generation Renewables is a strategic growth business area of UPM, leading the industrial scale‑up of the bioeconomy. We produce advanced, wood‑based alternatives to fossil raw materials and enable customers to reduce emissions, meet sustainability targets and strengthen their competitive advantage. With pioneering biorefineries in Lappeenranta, Finland, and Leuna, Germany, we turn sustainably sourced wood and industry residues into renewable fuels and chemicals, such as renewable glycols, lignin‑based functional fillers, renewable diesel and bio‑naphtha. We accelerate the shift toward circular, fossil‑free value chains and set new standards for sustainable materials.
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Skills Required
- In-depth experience implementing chain-of-custody management for certification schemes such as ISCC, RSB, or other voluntary sustainability assurance systems
- Expertise in sustainability chain-of-custody practices, regulations, and standards
- Knowledge of EU Renewable Energy Directive requirements and related rules at EU level and in key EU markets
- Experience working in the fuel and energy sector
- Ability to understand and design business processes
- Understanding of IT tools and systems related to chain of custody, with ability to analyze and interpret sustainability data
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Project management, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills
- Familiarity with forest certification standards such as FSC and PEFC
What We Do
We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas: UPM Fibres, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility, we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 17,200 people worldwide and our annual sales are approximately EUR 11.7 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore – Beyond fossils. www.upm.com
