Packaging Compliance & Sustainability Specialist / Manager

About Vilgain 

We are Vilgain — on a mission to change how people think about food. With 300+ people across EU, UK and US, we develop high-quality, minimally processed products that make uncompromising nutrition accessible. Everything we do is driven by our values: leading by example, striving for excellence, creating outstanding products, and taking care of our customers and team. Learn more about our story and join us on our journey.

About the Role 

We are looking for a Packaging Compliance & Sustainability Specialist/Manager who will own packaging-related regulatory compliance and environmental claims: PPWR (Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation), EmpCo, EPR schemes, DRS, environmental marketing claims.

What you will do

• PPWR (EU Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation) implementation

• EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) scheme management across EU markets

• Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) compliance

• Environmental claims substantiation (Green Claims Directive, ASA, ČOI)

• EmpCo / packaging registries handling
  

What we are looking for

• 2+ years in packaging regulatory, sustainability compliance or environmental claims

• Hands-on EU EPR scheme experience (CZ EKO-KOM, multiple EU markets a plus)

• Working knowledge of PPWR text and implementation timelines

• Strong written English — drafts compliance documentation and supplier briefs

Nice to have

• Sustainability degree or certification (LCA, ISO 14001)

• Experience with cross-border (CZ + UK + US + expansion) packaging compliance

• Track record of Green Claims-compliant marketing approvals
  

What’s in it for you

• Product: Europe’s fastest-growing food brands that change how people think about food.

• Growth: We work in a a fast-paced, transparent, and no-nonsense environment that supports professional growth and focuses on outcomes.

• Flexibility: Flexible working hours and a hybrid setup that supports autonomy and work-life balance.

• Team: Close collaboration with a tight, global team that’s hands-on and gets things done. 

• Benefits: Competitive compensation, plus monthly credits and employee discounts on Vilgain products.