You will lead the EMEAI Packaging Regulatory Affairs team, ensuring compliance with EU regulations and Sherwin-Williams Safety by Design standards. You will partner cross‑functionally and globally to align regulatory strategy, address customer and industry regulatory matters, monitor emerging regulations, and represent the business with industry associations and government bodies.
Location: Anywhere in EMEAI
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:
Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
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You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.
Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.
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Manage and lead the EMEAI Packaging Regulatory Affairs team
Interface with the Technical, Commercial, Manufacturing and Purchasing teams to develop strategy and recommendations.
Interface with Global Packaging, Corporate Regulatory Affairs and IT to align objectives for maximum productivity.
Develop department policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable EU laws, rules, and regulations, and the Sherwin-Williams Safety by Design development protocol.
Respond to customer inquiries related to regulatory issues and develop/maintain positive relationships in the industry.
Identify emerging issues/regulations and industry concerns and help develop appropriate actions/responses for the Packaging business.
Administer and oversee corporate Sherwin-Williams initiatives
Interface with Industry Associations and Government Agencies on regulations and provide feedback.
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B.S. degree, preferably in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related field. MS or PhD a plus.
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Minimum 8 years of chemical industry experience including administration of EFSA and REACH programs preferred.
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Minimum 3 years of experience supervising technical personnel with proven record of providing leadership, growth opportunities and effective performance management.
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Experience in coatings or polymers chemistry is preferred.
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Highly motivated with demonstrated use of critical thinking skills and successful problem resolution.
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Excellent communication and organization skills with superior attention to detail.
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Excellent interpersonal skills and desire to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and customers.
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Understanding of SDS authoring, global food packaging regulations, global chemical control regulations, and health, safety and environmental regulations and an awareness of new and emerging initiatives in these areas.
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Strong computer skills.
Internal Vacancy Announcement
This vacancy is advertised exclusively for internal candidates, with a closing date of Friday, 3rd April.
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