Global Environmental Manager

About The Company
SHL Medical is a world-leading provider in the design, development, and manufacturing of advanced self-injection devices. With a global team of 6,000 employees, we partner with leading pharmaceutical and biotech companies to deliver innovative autoinjectors, pen injectors, and other drug delivery systems that ensure effective treatment for patients. Headquartered in Switzerland since 2018, with key operations in Sweden, Taiwan, and the US, we are united by a commitment to innovation, impact, and growth. Together, we empower our people to develop solutions that make a meaningful difference in the lives of millions of patients while fostering a supportive, inclusive, and dynamic workplace for our colleagues.

Job Overview
This role is open for both locations, either in our hub in Sweden or Switzerland.

Our Group Sustainability function is a dynamic and diverse team of purpose-driven professionals, united by a shared commitment to embed sustainability at the core of our business. We believe that integrating environmental and social responsibility into every part of the organization is essential to building a resilient, future-ready company.

We are now looking for a Global Environmental Manager to join our team. In this strategic and high-impact role, you will help shape and drive SHL Medical environmental agenda. Reporting directly to the Group Head of Sustainability, you will lead initiatives that accelerate our decarbonization path and contribute to the achievement of our broader sustainability goals.

We are seeking a hands-on leader with deep technical expertise in climate science and environmental stewardship. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record in strategic planning, operations, cross-functional collaboration, and stakeholder engagement, along with the drive to create meaningful, measurable change on a global scale.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of SHL Medical's global environmental strategy ensuring alignment with the company's overarching sustainability goals and long-term business objectives.
• Design and implement a comprehensive climate transition plan to reduce Scope 1, 2, and 3 greenhouse gas emissions, in line with SHL Medical's SBTi-approved targets.
• Develop and implement global environmental policies and processes that support continuous improvement of our sites globally and align with international standards (ISO
• Drive key initiatives in environmental compliance, pollution prevention, waste reduction, water stewardship, and biodiversity conservation across all facilities.
• Stay ahead of emerging climate and environmental regulations, standards, and best practices, including those from SBTi, TCFD, and global regulatory bodies.
• Monitor and analyze environmental performance metrics, using data-driven insights to inform decision-making and reporting.
• Oversee corporate carbon accounting to ensure accurate, transparent measurement and reporting of Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions; support external disclosures such as CDP and sustainability reports.

Minimum Requirements

• University degree in environmental engineering, Engineering, Sustainability, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in environmental roles, ideally local and global organizations.
• Deep technical expertise in greenhouse gas accounting and environmental management systems (e.g., ISO
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, pragmatic approach and a solid operational background.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive results with limited oversight.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills, including experience engaging with senior executive leadership.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% internationally.
• Strong English language skills

We Offer

• A company culture Focusing on our Customers, Operating with Ethics and Integrity, Driving Simplicity, Learning, Improving & Delivering Together.
• A multicultural team and modern working environment with state-of-the-art facilities and technologies.
• Challenging assignments in a fast growing and innovative industry.
• Various opportunities for personal and professional development within a global organization.
• Flexible hours and hybrid working policy.
• Centrally located office in Zug, very close to the train station.

Interested in joining SHL Medical and in supporting us with your expertise and personality? Then we look forward to receiving your application including your CV, motivation letter, and all other relevant documents.

For more information on SHL Medical, please visit:
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Please note: We do not accept applicatons from recruitment agencies for this role.