Niklas Witte - Sustainability Manager and Consultant

Q: Where is Niklas based?

Niklas is based in Schneverdingen, Germany and can operate in on-site , hybrid , and remote work models.

Q: What languages does Niklas speak?

Niklas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Niklas have?

Niklas has at least 13 years of experience. During this time, Niklas has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 4 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 11 months . Note that Niklas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Niklas's latest experience?

Niklas's most recent position is Freelance Consultant / CEO at NEVERMINDTHEGAP .

Q: What companies has Niklas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Niklas has worked for NEVERMINDTHEGAP , A.P. Møller Maersk , Hamburg Süd , and ExxonMobil .

Q: Which industries is Niklas most experienced in?

Niklas is most experienced in industries like Energy , Manufacturing , and Automotive . Niklas also has some experience in Food and Beverage , Transportation and Logistics , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas is Niklas most experienced in?

Niklas is most experienced in business areas like Sales , Sustainability Management , and Strategy and Planning . Niklas also has some experience in Quality Assurance (QA) , Marketing , and Supply Chain Management .

Q: Which industries has Niklas worked in recently?

Niklas has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics , Energy , and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Niklas worked in recently?

Niklas has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Sustainability Management , and Marketing .

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Schneverdingen, Germany

Experience

Nov 2023 - Present

2 years 4 months

Schneverdingen, Germany

Freelance Consultant / CEO

NEVERMINDTHEGAP

Offered ESG strategy development and implementation
Performed ESG reporting
Commercialised ESG products and services
Conducted employee ESG training
Managed internal and external communication (B2B & B2C)
Provided subject matter expertise for sustainability assurance to auditors
Executed ESG reporting according to CSRD / ESRS, GRI, VSME and DNK
Completed materiality analysis and stakeholder consultation
Defined ESG strategy, vision, targets and actions
Developed decarbonisation roadmaps
Initiated sustainable procurement initiatives
Devised sales strategy for sustainable products and services
Delivered sustainability assurance services
Provided employee and leadership ESG awareness training
Served clients including Tchibo GmbH, Zooplus SE, Basler AG and Schryver Logistics

May 2023 - Aug 2024

1 year 4 months

Hamburg, Germany

Senior Sustainability Partner

A.P. Møller Maersk

Built sustainability partnerships and scaled customer offers to support sustainable logistics ambitions
Developed supply chain sustainability strategy (decarbonisation & social)
Commercialised and scaled ESG products and services with customers, suppliers, industry associations and academia
Formulated ESG strategy
Provided end-customer advisory on regulatory impact and adaptation
Managed ESG reporting and compliance
Implemented sustainable logistic solutions
Delivered employee ESG training
Trained teams on how to sell ESG
Crafted ESG communication

Aug 2021 - Apr 2023

1 year 9 months

Hamburg, Germany

Sustainability Manager

Hamburg Süd

Implemented ESG strategy and reporting
Coached and raised ESG awareness among employees and senior leadership
Provided customer-facing sustainability advisory and sold ESG solutions
Industry experience in logistics and transport, automotive, manufacturing, retail & e-commerce, energy & petrochemical, food & beverage, plastics and paper
Conducted ESG reporting according to GRI and DNK
Represented the company externally at trade fairs, associations and customer events

May 2020 - Jul 2021

1 year 3 months

Hamburg, Germany

Project Advisor

ExxonMobil

Developed strategic offers for material and energy efficiency solutions
Advanced circular economy initiatives
Leveraged Internet of Things and Big Data for Industry 4.0 applications

Jan 2018 - Apr 2020

2 years 4 months

Hamburg, Germany

Sales Manager Central Europe, Scandinavia & Baltics

ExxonMobil

Led international sales strategy deployment
Managed sales channels and developed personnel
Coached teams on process and sales excellence

Oct 2015 - Dec 2017

2 years 3 months

Leatherhead, United Kingdom

Sales Advisor

ExxonMobil

Advised sales channel partners on sustainability solutions and energy efficiency
Implemented ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards for energy, manufacturing and food industries

Sep 2012 - Sep 2015

3 years 1 month

Leatherhead, United Kingdom

Industrial Sales Representative

ExxonMobil

Managed key accounts and developed new business for fuels and lubricants
Served automotive, energy, plastics and paper industry clients

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Energy (10.5 years), Manufacturing (7 years), Automotive (4.5 years), Food and Beverage (4 years), Transportation (3 years), and Professional Services (2.5 years).

Energy

Manufacturing

Automotive

Food and Beverage

Transportation

Professional Services

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Sales (9.5 years), Sustainability Management (6.5 years), Strategy (6 years), Quality Assurance (4.5 years), Marketing (4 years), and Supply Chain Management (1.5 years).

Sales

Sustainability Management

Strategy

Quality Assurance

Marketing

Supply Chain Management

Summary

Over a decade of experience in sustainability and sales for medium size and large international companies.

Combining sustainability and sales expertise to provide customer centric sustainability advisory services.

Skills

Logistics & Transport
Automotive
Manufacturing
Retail & E-commerce
Energy & Petrochemical
Food & Beverage
Plastic
Paper
Sustainability Reporting (Csrd / Esrs, Vsme, Dnk, Gri)
Eu Sustainability Regulation – Impacts And Adaptation
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Supply Chain Decarbonisation
Renewable Energy & Alternative Fuels
Value-added Selling And Commercialisation Of Esg Solutions
Sustainable Construction & Building Materials
Industry Association Events
Trade Fair Speaking Engagements (K-fair, Fruit Logistica, Anuga)
Public Panel & Expert Discussions
Fundraiser / Charity Events

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Elementary

Education

Oct 2012 - Jun 2014

School of Applied Sciences, Cranfield University

Master of Science · Economics for Natural Resource and Environmental Management · Cranfield, United Kingdom · First Class Honours

Oct 2008 - Jun 2012

School of Business and Economics, Loughborough University

Bachelor of Science · International Business · Loughborough, United Kingdom · Upper Second Class Honours

Sep 2006 - Jun 2008

Thomas Adams College

A-Levels / German Abitur · Wem, United Kingdom

Certifications & licenses

Certificate Of Sustainability Assurance / Sustainability Assurance Certificate

Professional School, Leuphana University, Lüneburg, Germany

Profile

Created

August 2025

Last Update

February 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Niklas based?

Niklas is based in Schneverdingen, Germany and can operate in on-site, hybrid, and remote work models.

What languages does Niklas speak?

Niklas speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Niklas have?

Niklas has at least 13 years of experience. During this time, Niklas has worked in at least 7 different roles and for 4 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 2 years and 11 months. Note that Niklas may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Niklas be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Niklas would be well-suited for roles such as: Freelance Consultant / CEO, Senior Sustainability Partner, Sustainability Manager.

What is Niklas's latest experience?

Niklas's most recent position is Freelance Consultant / CEO at NEVERMINDTHEGAP.

What companies has Niklas worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Niklas has worked for NEVERMINDTHEGAP, A.P. Møller Maersk, Hamburg Süd, and ExxonMobil.

Which industries is Niklas most experienced in?

Niklas is most experienced in industries like Energy, Manufacturing, and Automotive. Niklas also has some experience in Food and Beverage, Transportation and Logistics, and Professional Services.

Which business areas is Niklas most experienced in?

Niklas is most experienced in business areas like Sales, Sustainability Management, and Strategy and Planning. Niklas also has some experience in Quality Assurance (QA), Marketing, and Supply Chain Management.

Which industries has Niklas worked in recently?

Niklas has recently worked in industries like Transportation and Logistics, Energy, and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Niklas worked in recently?

Niklas has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Sustainability Management, and Marketing.

What is Niklas's education?

Niklas holds a Master in Economics for Natural Resource and Environmental Management from School of Applied Sciences, Cranfield University and a Bachelor in International Business from School of Business and Economics, Loughborough University.

Does Niklas have any certificates?

Niklas has 1 certificate: Certificate Of Sustainability Assurance / Sustainability Assurance Certificate.

What is the availability of Niklas?

Niklas will be available part-time from March 2026.

What is the rate of Niklas?

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