Extended Producer Responsibility Consultant

Our client is seeking an experienced EPR consultant to assess, optimize, and strengthen its Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) operating model across multiple international markets. The ideal candidate will bring deep EPR expertise and be able to quickly engage with stakeholders, assess current processes, and drive meaningful improvements from day one. Role Description As EPR Compliance & Reporting Lead, you will serve as both project manager and subject matter expert, helping the client establish a robust and scalable approach to EPR compliance, reporting, governance, and financial follow-up. You will assess existing processes across regions including the European Union, United States, South Africa, and other relevant markets, ensuring alignment with applicable EPR legislation and reporting requirements. Working closely with stakeholders across sustainability, compliance, finance, and business functions, you will identify improvement opportunities and implement governance structures that support consistent and compliant EPR reporting. The role requires a consultant who can quickly understand the organization's current setup, translate regulatory requirements into effective business processes, and drive sustainable improvements. Key Responsibilities Assess and improve existing EPR reporting, compliance, and governance processes across multiple geographies Lead the development of a scalable operating model for EPR management and reporting Ensure EPR processes are aligned with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements across relevant markets Drive process improvements, governance enhancements, and reporting standardization initiatives Evaluate and optimize financial follow-up, cost allocation, and controlling processes related to EPR obligations Collaborate with stakeholders across sustainability, compliance, finance, and business functions to implement improvements Assess and leverage SAP capabilities and solutions to support EPR reporting and compliance processes Required Qualifications Proven hands-on experience with Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, compliance, and reporting Strong understanding of EPR legislation and regulatory frameworks across multiple countries and regions Experience designing and improving governance models, controls, and reporting processes Knowledge of SAP solutions and their application within compliance, reporting, and finance processes Solid understanding of finance, controlling, cost allocation, and reporting practices Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional projects involving sustainability, compliance, finance, and business stakeholders Strong stakeholder management, communication, and project management skills Ability to hit the ground running and deliver value from the outset with minimal onboarding Assignment Details Duration: Flexible based on consultant availability • 1-2 months at approximately 30 hours per week • 3-4 months at approximately 15 hours per week Start Date : As soon as possible Location: Remote work - Location can be anywhere in Europe. For the duration of this assignment Ework Services (0,7%) will be deducted from the total amount invoiced. We offer candidates continuously. This means that we sometimes remove the assignments before deadline. If you are interested, we recommend that you apply immediately.