Environmental Operations Manager (all Genders)

Job Description

Our Sustainability and Compliance team leads strategic initiatives across Zalando's pan-European network to minimize environmental impact and drive circular economy practices. We navigate complex regulatory landscapes to ensure our business models remain compliant, efficient, and aligned with our commitment to sustainable fashion e-commerce.As an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Analyst, you will lead compliance efforts across complex, multi-jurisdictional regulatory frameworks. In this high-impact, cross-functional role, you will combine data-driven analysis and stakeholder management to develop innovative compliance solutions, optimize costs, and champion sustainable business practices across product waste streams, including packaging, electronics, batteries, and textiles.Find out more about sustainability and compliance at Zalando: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/what-we-doWHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)Oversee end-to-end compliance reporting and regulatory tracking across European markets for packaging, electronics, batteries, and textile waste streams.Turn complex waste and sales datasets into actionable insights, building robust models to track volumes, predict fee structures, and optimize compliance costs.Partner with cross-functional teams, including logistics, product, and legal, to integrate sustainable compliance mechanisms into core business workflows.Collaborate directly with external Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs), environmental agencies, and auditors to verify data integrity and maintain smooth operational relationships.Lead the implementation of scalable digital tools and reporting frameworks that support our transition toward circular business models.  WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IFYou demonstrate a strong background in data analytics and data management, with proven experience building complex data reports and analytical models.You bring a solid understanding of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) frameworks and European environmental compliance requirements.You show a clear commitment to environmental responsibility and a passion for embedding sustainable practices into large-scale business operations.You possess strong cross-functional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate complex regulatory and technical data for diverse audiences.You approach problem-solving with a strategic, proactive mindset and thrive when designing efficient processes in dynamic environments.  

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40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Lounge by Zalando, discounts from external partnersFamily support, including counselling and dedicated services for parents and carersCompany pension schemeEmployee shares programmeHealth and wellbeing options, including WellhubMental health support and coaching

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Job Summary

  • Published on: Monday, 19th October 2026
  • Designation: Environmental Operations
  • industry: Manufacturing
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Employment Status: Full-time
  • Job Location: Leipzig/Halle
  • Salary: 0
  • Gender:
  • Application Deadline: Monday, 19th October 2026

About the Company

  • Company Name: zalando.
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  • Website: https://www.zalando.co.uk
  • Company Profile:
  • Growing from a pioneer in e-commerce to an integrated fashion platform with 25 million active customers within less than 10 years, we’ve learned that openness and trust are more powerful than a controlling approach.

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