Program Manager Extended Producer Responsibility & Circularity, Rest of the World, (RISC)

Do you thrive on turning complex regulatory challenges into scalable compliance strategies Are
you ready for a role where youre empowered to build innovative data-driven solutions that drive
both compliance and circular economy outcomes If so were looking for talented people like you
to join our team.

As a Senior Risk Manager for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) at Amazon you will be at the
forefront of our commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable business practices.
You will lead Rest of the World (sans NA and EU) compliance efforts across complex multi-jurisdictional EPR regulatory landscapes - spanning waste streams including packaging electronics batteries and textiles. This is a high-impact cross-functional role where you will combine strategic thinking data-driven analysis and stakeholder leadership to develop innovative compliance solutions drive cost optimization and advance Amazons circular economy vision.

At Amazon youll work alongside the latest AI and GenAI tools that are increasingly woven into how teams operate: from AI-powered capabilities that accelerate decision-making to Generative AI that helps you focus on work that truly matters. Youll have opportunities and resources to develop AI fluency at your own pace with continuous learning built into the culture.


Key job responsibilities
Regulatory Strategy & Compliance:
Lead monitoring efforts for emerging EPR regulations and policy changes across RoW driving proactive advocacy for regulatory simplification
Design comprehensive audit frameworks and risk-based audit plans to ensure full
compliance with EPR obligations
Leverage AI-driven tools and automation to enhance regulatory tracking and compliance
workflows
Strategic Planning & Operational Excellence
Lead strategic planning processes including 3-Year Vision development and annual
operational planning
Establish and maintain robust performance metrics and KPIs identifying trends and
opportunities to elevate operational excellence across the EPR organization.

Cost Optimization & Financial Impact:
Conduct comprehensive data analysis to uncover cost-saving opportunities within EPR fee
structures
Spearhead smart eco-modulation initiatives utilizing automated systems and AI tools to
optimize packaging designs and material choices with real-time tracking of fee implications
across product categories
Optimize operational costs associated with take-back services including reverse logistics
and recycling processes through process improvements and strategic partnerships
Cross-Functional Integration & Decision Support
Drive the integration of EPR costs into upstream business decisions by developing
automated decision-support tools and AI-powered recommendation engines
Enable real-time cost impact analysis for retail and Selling Partner teams during product
selection design and pricing decisions

- 4 years of compliance program management legal governance audit risk/loss prevention or equivalent experience
- 3 years of managing food safety and quality in a large-scale retail or manufacturing environment experience
- Bachelors degree in Food Science or related field
- Knowledge of retail food code and regulations governing grocery retail at local state and federal levels
- Bachelors degree or equivalent
- Experience handling confidential information
- Experience interacting with local food safety regulators

- 3 years of program requirements definition and data and metrics leveraging to drive improvements experience
- Professional auditing qualification or similar risk or compliance credentials
- Experience with SQL and Excel

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