East Europe EHS Senior Manager
Job description
Your role
Lead regional EHS strategy aligned with global standards and local legislation. Be a strategic partner for senior leaders to shape the future of EHS in the region. Inspire a culture of safety by embedding accountability and continuous improvement. Lead and inspire a team of EHS managers across multiple countries to deliver excellence and embed a proactive safety culture.
Drive innovation in safety technologies, environmental systems, and sustainability practices. Influence investment decisions and shape the future of EHS in a dynamic, multi-country landscape. Ensure compliance with PepsiCo’s global standards and local regulations.
Who You Are
10+ years of leadership experience in FMCG, food & beverage, or large-scale manufacturing. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline (Master’s degree preferred). Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate in a matrix and double-hat structure.
Demonstrated experience driving culture change, embedding EHS ownership across functions and levels. Passionate about creating safe, sustainable, and high-performing workplaces. Fluent in English; knowledge of an Eastern European language (e.g. Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian) is an advantage. Willingness to travel frequently across the region (~40%).
Why PepsiCo? We’re more than snacks and beverages—we’re a global team driving positive change. At PepsiCo, you’ll find: A chance to shape the future of EHS across borders. A culture of safety, inclusion, and innovation. Opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real impact.
Overview
Ready to lead safety transformation across one of PepsiCo’s most dynamic regions? At PepsiCo, we believe safety isn’t just a standard—it’s a mindset. We’re looking for a visionary East Europe EHS Senior Manager to lead PepsiCo’s Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) strategy across East Europe and the Balkans. In this purpose-driven role, you’ll be protecting people, empowering teams, and shaping a safer, more sustainable future across 12 manufacturing sites and over 5,000 employees.
You’ll also champion PepsiCo Positive (PEP+) by embedding sustainability and decarbonization principles into site operations—driving impact that goes beyond compliance and into long-term transformation. Job Location: Bucharest/ Warsaw/ Athens Responsibilities Your role Lead regional EHS strategy aligned with global standards and local legislation.
Be a strategic partner for senior leaders to shape the future of EHS in the region. Inspire a culture of safety by embedding accountability and continuous improvement. Lead and inspire a team of EHS managers across multiple countries to deliver excellence and embed a proactive safety culture. Drive innovation in safety technologies, environmental systems, and sustainability practices.
Influence investment decisions and shape the future of EHS in a dynamic, multi-country landscape. Ensure compliance with PepsiCo’s global standards and local regulations.
Qualifications
Who You Are
10+ years of leadership experience in FMCG, food & beverage, or large-scale manufacturing. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Environmental Science, Occupational Health & Safety, or related discipline (Master’s degree preferred). Strong influencing and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to operate in a matrix and double-hat structure.
Demonstrated experience driving culture change, embedding EHS ownership across functions and levels. Passionate about creating safe, sustainable, and high-performing workplaces. Fluent in English; knowledge of an Eastern European language (e.g. Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian) is an advantage. Willingness to travel frequently across the region (~40%).
Why PepsiCo? We’re more than snacks and beverages—we’re a global team driving positive change. At PepsiCo, you’ll find: A chance to shape the future of EHS across borders. A culture of safety, inclusion, and innovation. Opportunities to grow, lead, and make a real impact.