Manager, EHS

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

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Scientific journeys begin with chemicals and end with life enriching results. We enable scientists to bring chemistry to life. We provide a broad range of chemicals and solutions supporting virtually every laboratory application, from research to drug discovery and development to manufacturing. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals

Position Summary:

The incumbent is responsible for implementing our global strategy for hazard communication across the Life Sciences and Laboratory Products Groups.They will manage a team of professionals responsible for product hazard assessment and safety data sheet creation and will provide guidance and support to develop the team as well as coordinating projects requiring in-depth understanding of chemical & life science regulations and cross-divisional scope.

 Job Responsibilities:

• Manages the authoring of safety data sheets for new and existing chemical products
• Coordinates the hazard classification of chemical products in accordance with the global implementation of GHS
• Oversees the transport hazard classification of chemical products in accordance with IATA/ICAO, IMDG, ADR, CFR Title 49, TDG
• Serves as expert business liaison across the organisation
• Leadership, management, motivation and coaching of team members
• Provides regulatory support to internal and external customers including proactive engagement with the R&D teams
• Interprets and applies information on local, regional, and global regulatory intelligence and other related information.
• Manages and delivers on all key projects supporting key strategic imperatives
• Drives continuous improvement within the teams activities

Required Qualifications:

• BS/MS degree in Chemistry, Toxicology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Law or related subject

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years hazard communication management experience within the life sciences and chemical sectors
• Experience authoring SDS to globally recognised standards
• Familiarity with SDS authoring software e.g. WERCS and ERP systems
• Transport hazard classification of chemical products in accordance with IATA/ICAO, IMDG, ADR, CFR Title 49, TDG
• People management experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities​:

• Ability to read, interpret and operationalise chemical regulations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills. Ability to communicate clearly, succinctly and effectively in person, over the phone, on remote meetings and in writing
• Able to connect with all levels within the organization
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to remain calm, professional and positive
• Ability to lead, guide and motivate a team in a fast-paced environment
• Highly motivated, possessing strong organisational skills and able to prioritise multiple activities concurrently
• Be a proactive and effective communicator
• Project management expertise
• Fluent in English