Head of Product Stewardship – Home Working (DE)NonStop Consulting

Head of Product Stewardship Home Working

Shape the Future of Regulatory Compliance for a Global Leader in Additives

Do you thrive at the intersection of innovation and regulatory compliance? Are you passionate about ensuring the safe and responsible use of chemicals?

Our client, a leading global provider of additives, seeks a highly motivated and experienced Head of Product Stewardship to spearhead their regulatory efforts.

In this pivotal role, you’ll play a critical part in ensuring their products meet the strictest global standards, paving the way for successful market access worldwide.

What you’ll do :

• Lead a dynamic Marketability & Compliance team, providing expert guidance and direction.
• Oversee the entire regulatory market access process for the company’s products, establishing clear decision-making frameworks.
• Navigate the complexities of chemical registration (EU-Reach, KKDIK, UK-Reach, etc.) and develop strategic testing plans.
• Conduct and evaluate risk assessments for the company’s products, ensuring their safety and compliance.
• Manage commissioned external studies and associated budgets, maximizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Track and report material volumes for production and imports across all relevant jurisdictions.
• Champion the company’s preparedness for upcoming regulations, including Polymer REACH.
• Proactively monitor emerging regulations and define effective strategies for implementation.
• Foster strong collaboration with the customs and export control department.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with global customers, providing clear communication on regulatory matters.
• Coordinate with external consultants, ensuring seamless alignment with internal goals.
• Represent the company in trade association committees, advocating for the industry.
• Serve as a trusted liaison with competent authorities, effectively representing the company’s interests.

Who you are :

• Hold a university degree in chemistry, with a strong background in polymer chemistry is a plus.
• Possess a deep understanding of European regulations and REACH-like frameworks globally.
• Bring at least 10 years of proven experience within a Regulatory Affairs environment.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of an ERP system, preferably SAP.
• Fluently speak and write English and German, excelling in both written and verbal communication.
• Possess exceptional communication skills, adept at engaging with internal stakeholders, consultants, and authorities.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing strong analytical and time management capabilities.
• Work independently and effectively under pressure, consistently meeting deadlines.

Why join our client?

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking organization at the forefront of the additives and instruments industry.

You’ll be empowered to make a real difference, shaping the future of regulatory compliance and contributing to the success of a global brand.

Location : North Rhine Westphalia or Home Working

If you are motivated to grow your career within a leading organisation, please send your CV with reference BT. .1 in an MS Word format to Benjamin Thomson at b(.

thomson(@)nonstopconsulting(.)com or feel free to call +352 661 741 730

Please Note : I will be out of the office from the 26 th of July to the 12 th of August and will endeavour to respond to your applications upon my return.

We are one of the leading Regulatory Affairs recruiters in Europe within the Agrochemicals and associated sectors, and we have a strong track record of placing candidates with some of the most reputable names in the industry.

If you don’t feel that this opportunity is quite right for you, why not contact us to find what other positions we currently have available.

Regulatory Affairs Chemical Compliance Risk Assessment Global Regulations REACh CLP GHS Chemicals Product Stewardship Product Steward ECHA Toxicology Ecotoxicology IUCLID REACh-Like Kkdik K-REACh Registrations Additives Lubricants