Environmental Affairs Manager

Job Summary

The Environmental Affairs Manager is responsible for developing and managing global environmental programs, including Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance policies, processes, and initiatives, to help ensure Avnet meets applicable environmental regulatory requirements worldwide. Key areas of responsibility include packaging, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), batteries, plastic packaging taxes, and other producer responsibility obligations.

This role serves as a subject matter expert, providing guidance to internal teams, suppliers, customers, and third-party service providers while promoting knowledge sharing, training, and continuous improvement. Additional responsibilities include monitoring global environmental regulations, overseeing compliance communications, managing registration and reporting activities, collaborating cross-functionally to align compliance strategies with business objectives, and responding to regulatory, customer, and supplier inquiries. The Environmental Affairs Manager may have the opportunity to lead a team of compliance specialists to help achieve the company's environmental compliance and producer responsibility objectives.

Principal Responsibilities (What You'll Do)

• Develop and maintain effective global EPR compliance policies, processes, and controls to ensure compliance with producer responsibility obligations related to packaging, WEEE, batteries, plastic packaging taxes, and other emerging environmental regulations. Conduct cost-benefit and risk analyses to support strategic business decisions and optimize compliance outcomes.
• Serve as Avnet’s subject matter expert on global EPR requirements. Provide guidance and consultation to business functions, suppliers, customers, and leadership teams regarding regulatory obligations, registration requirements, reporting obligations, fee structures, labeling requirements, and compliance best practices.
• Develop and deliver clear, impactful communications and training materials that support internal awareness of EPR obligations and demonstrate Avnet’s commitment to environmental compliance.
• Monitor global EPR legislation, industry developments, and customer requirements to ensure compliance programs remain current and aligned with evolving regulatory expectations across all applicable jurisdictions.
• Manage and oversee third-party EPR service providers, consultants, and reporting partners to ensure accurate registrations, data submissions, reporting, fee calculations, and audit support activities. Monitor performance and validate deliverables to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead EPR data collection, validation, and reporting activities by collaborating with suppliers, procurement, product management, logistics, finance, sustainability, legal, and IT teams.
• Support regulatory registrations and ongoing compliance obligations across global jurisdictions, including producer registrations, authorized representative programs, reporting submissions, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement processes and systems that improve EPR data quality, automate reporting activities, and enhance compliance efficiency.
• Support customer and supplier requests related to EPR compliance by providing regulatory guidance, compliance statements, registration information, and reporting documentation as appropriate.
• Participate in industry associations, regulatory working groups, and professional organizations to monitor emerging trends, influence industry discussions, and strengthen Avnet’s presence as a trusted compliance leader.
• This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be revised or expanded as required.

Job Level Specifications (What You'll Need)

• Expert Knowledge: Possesses deep understanding of EPR legislation, producer responsibility programs, environmental regulations, and compliance management practices. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of global packaging, WEEE, battery, and plastic tax regulations.
• Regulatory Interpretation: Demonstrated ability to interpret complex legislation and translate regulatory requirements into practical business processes and compliance strategies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works effectively with management and team members across departments and functions, fostering strong partnerships throughout the organization.
• Global Perspective: Demonstrated ability to manage compliance programs across multiple countries and regions while understanding cultural, operational, and regulatory differences.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Exceptional English communication skills with a proven ability to engage effectively with regulatory authorities, customers, suppliers, service providers, and senior leadership.
• Project & Program Management: Strong ability to lead multiple compliance initiatives simultaneously, manage competing priorities, and deliver results within established timelines.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrates strong analytical capabilities and the ability to assess regulatory impacts, business risks, and compliance options to support sound decision-making.
• Independent Work Style: Operates with a high degree of autonomy, exercising sound judgment and discretion. Receives minimal guidance on new assignments; work is reviewed primarily for overall adequacy.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficient in MS Office, compliance databases, business intelligence tools, ERP platforms (e.g., SAP), and emerging technologies such as AI-enabled productivity tools.

Work Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), environmental compliance, sustainability compliance, environmental regulatory affairs, product stewardship, or related fields.

Education and Certification(s)

• Bachelor's degree in environmental science, engineering, sustainability, business, public policy, chemistry, or a related field.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.

Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center in your region: Americas applicants – hrnow@avnet.com , Asia applicants - hrnow.asia@avnet.com , EMEA applicants - hrnow.EMEA@avnet.eu .

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