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EPR & Materials Compliance Manager (f/m/d)

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Leica Microsystems, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives, and we innovate to create tangible impact. Join a culture where belonging thrives and the Danaher Business System turns ideas into action at the speed of life.

Overview

As EPR & Materials Compliance Manager, you ensure compliance with EPR regulations across the EU and shape material compliance at Leica Microsystems. You transform regulatory requirements into efficient, future‑ready processes, driving sustainable product stewardship and regulatory excellence in a dynamic, international environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure EPR compliance (WEEE, VerpackG, BattG) for Leica Microsystems, including registration and reporting in relevant markets.
• Lead action plans and coordinate cross‑functional activities (workshops, Kaizens, daily management).
• Guide departments in implementing sustainable material solutions in line with material compliance (MC) requirements and the company’s environmental objectives.
• Support data owners in implementing new reporting requirements.
• Monitor progress toward compliance objectives and report on factors that pose risks and create gaps.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Environmental Science, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science.
• Proven experience with European and international compliance requirements (e.g. EPR, MC) and practical implementation.
• Data management & analysis skills – experience handling compliance‑related data for structured tracking and reporting (e.g. SAP, Excel).
• Analytical thinking and structured working style – translate complex regulatory requirements into processes and implement them strategically.
• Strong communication and coordination skills – collaborate with internal departments and external service providers and authorities.
• Business fluent in English and German – communicate with stakeholders across functions and international teams.
• Ability to travel 20%.

Preferred

• Experience with external service providers or producer responsibility organizations.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in the life sciences or medical device industry.

Benefits

Leica Microsystems offers a broad range of competitive benefit programs, including health care programs and paid time off. For more information, visit