This is an exciting opportunity to shape and drive Avnet's global environmental product compliance strategy at a time of increasing regulatory complexity and customer focus on sustainability. As our Environmental Product Compliance Manager, you'll become the subject matter expert for environmental compliance matters across a truly global organisation, influencing business decisions, supplier engagement and customer relationships. You'll enjoy:

The opportunity to design and implement global compliance policies and processes that have a direct impact on the business.
A highly visible role with exposure to senior stakeholders, customers, suppliers and industry bodies worldwide.
The chance to influence Avnet's approach to environmental product compliance, sustainability initiatives and regulatory readiness.
A collaborative, international working environment where your expertise will be valued and recognised.
Opportunities to represent Avnet at industry events and contribute to thought leadership within the environmental compliance community.
Future potential to build and lead a team of compliance specialists as the function continues to grow., As Environmental Product Compliance Manager, you'll lead the development and continuous improvement of Avnet's global environmental product compliance framework, ensuring our distributed products meet evolving regulatory requirements around the world.
Developing and maintaining environmental product compliance policies, processes and governance frameworks to support global regulatory compliance.
Analysing compliance obligations, risks and potential solutions through detailed cost-benefit assessments and recommending effective business strategies.
Acting as the primary subject matter expert for environmental product compliance matters across Avnet.
Providing guidance and consultation to internal teams, suppliers and customers on environmental compliance requirements and best practices.
Creating and delivering training, compliance resources and knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance organisational understanding and awareness.
Producing clear and engaging compliance communications that demonstrate Avnet's environmental compliance programmes and capabilities.
Monitoring global regulatory developments, industry standards and customer expectations to ensure policies remain current and effective.
Managing third-party compliance service providers, reviewing deliverables, monitoring performance and ensuring audit readiness.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align compliance strategies with business objectives, customer requirements and supplier expectations.
Representing Avnet at industry forums, professional associations and external events to support compliance initiatives and strengthen Avnet's market presence.
Contributing to the ongoing development and future growth of the environmental product compliance function, including the potential leadership of a specialist team.

We're looking for an experienced environmental product compliance professional who combines technical expertise with excellent stakeholder management and communication skills., A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science or a related discipline.
At least 5 years' experience within environmental product compliance, product stewardship, regulatory compliance or a related field.
Strong knowledge of global environmental product regulations, including areas such as extended producer responsibility (EPR), product safety legislation and chemical substance compliance requirements.
Experience interpreting complex regulatory requirements and translating them into practical business processes and guidance.
The ability to assess compliance risks and conduct cost-benefit analyses to support strategic decision-making.
Excellent communication skills with the confidence to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels.
Experience working across multiple regions, cultures and business functions within a global organisation.
A proactive, hands-on approach with strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
Strong technical proficiency across Microsoft Office applications, ERP systems such as SAP, content management platforms and emerging technologies including AI-based tools.
The ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver results with minimal supervision.

Along with offering a competitive salary package, we also offer:
A supportive team environment where everyone really is working toward the same goal.
A strong open-door policy within management
An environment where you will be given the tools and opportunities to further your career
Pension scheme (matched up to 8%)
25 days holiday plus bank holidays with option to buy additional holiday
Flexible hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days working from home)
Private Medical Insurance- Single cover only
Salary Sacrifice EV Car and Cycle to work Schemes

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