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

Amazon is hiring a Program Manager - Extended Producer Responsibility & Circularity, Rest of the World, (RISC) in Tokyo, Japan. Level rates it ; you can apply on Amazon.

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On Level's scale, this role is Uses AI ●●○○: an ordinary role that requires AI tools.
The posting mentions program management, compliance and regulatory strategy among its tools and skills.
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Program Manager leading global Extended Producer Responsibility compliance strategies while leveraging internal AI tools for workflows.

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

As a Program 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 Amazon's circular economy vision.

At Amazon, you'll 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. You'll 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.

Basic qualifications

- 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
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science or related field
- Knowledge of retail food code and regulations governing grocery retail at local, state, and federal levels
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Experience handling confidential information
- Experience interacting with local food safety regulators

Preferred qualifications

- 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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How we rate this

Program Manager - Extended Producer Responsibility & Circularity, Rest of the World, (RISC) at Amazon rates 45 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Uses AI (AI Level 2 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Uses AI. An ordinary role that requires AI tools.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

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Key facts

Program Manager - Extended Producer Responsibility & Circularity, Rest of the World, (RISC) is an open job at Amazon.
Level rates this role AI Level 2 of 4: Uses AI.
The role is based in JP, 13, Tokyo.
The job was posted on June 16, 2026.
Seniority: senior.
Applications are handled by Amazon. Apply on Amazon

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