Risk Manager (m/f/d)

Biesterfeld SE is the holding company of the Biesterfeld Group, one of the leading international distribution and service companies in the fields of plastics, rubber, specialty chemicals and ingredients. Founded in 1906 in Hamburg, Germany, the group today employs more than 1200 employees at more than 50 locations in Europe, South America, Asia and Africa and generates annual revenue of 1.2 billion euros (GJ 2025). The company, which is wholly owned by the family, offers specialized market know-how, application-related technical advice and services, as well as a comprehensive product portfolio for numerous industries in the Standard Polymers, Engineered Polymers, Performance Polymers, Lifesciences, Industrial and Rubber divisions.

https://www.biesterfeld.com/

As Risk Manager (m/w/d), you actively shape Group-wide risk management and work visibly at the interface with our internal colleagues and customers and suppliers. Within our team you are responsible for the establishment and continuous development of the ERM framework to secure the global supply chains and minimise financial volatility. The identification, evaluation, control and monitoring of all strategic, operational and financial risks are your key tasks. If you want to move something and you need a dedicated team, professional savings and development opportunities, a diverse range of tasks awaits you:

Risk Management Framework & Processes

Development of the ERM: Implementation and continuous optimization of the group-wide risk management system (according to standard ISO 31000) Risk inventory: Conducting regular risk workshops with departments (purchase, logistics, sales, finance) Quantification & Modelling: Risk assessment by scenarios (Monte-Carlo) Specific risk fields Monitoring and control of risks relevant to international trade Cooperation with Regulatory & Compliance to meet trade-relevant requirements Reporting & Communication Compilation of the regular risk dashboard and reports for the Management Board and Supervisory Board Early warning system: Definition and monitoring of Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)

Successfully completed studies (e.g. economics or law, STEM or comparable discipline) At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in risk management, internal auditing or related governance functions Very good method skills and understanding, ideally experience with RMS/IKS frameworks and regulatory requirements Ideally trade-specific knowledge, e.g. of trade flows, incoterms, accreditations and hedges Secure handling of MS Office (in particular Excel/PowerPoint); Experience with ERP systems and risk management software German and English skills Reliable and precise operation, at the same time healthy pragmatism with high effectiveness Proactive communication style at eye level and the ability to precisely structure complex issues and to render them understandable to internal stakeholders and management

A responsible activity in a family-owned, internationally oriented company Flat hierarchies and a collegial environment characterized by trust and openness A very well-connected office in the heart of Hamburg, open kitchens with free drinks and a creative and resting work area A market-oriented compensation package including holiday money, special payment for the year and participation in success Personal and professional training opportunities, among others, within the framework of our regular, versatile in-house training Attractive social benefits such as asset-effective benefits, occupational pensions, canteen grant and a reduced Germany ticket Flexible working hours at a 38.5 hours week as well as the option of working on mobile up to three days a week and 30 days a year Monthly promotions in the context of our health management, diverse sporting events as well as a discounted EGYM wellness passport membership, which allows access to more than 8,000 fitness and wellness facilities throughout Germany and the use of a wide online offer