Team Leader- HazCom AMR

Job Title:Team Leader- HazCom AMRSummary:This position assures continuity and growth of the business by complying with regulations applicable to the company’s products and business activities. Executes and oversees transactional processes as necessary, to ensure day-to-day compliance with applicable hazard communication regulations associated with raw materials, intermediates and/or finished products. Responsible for Safety Data Sheet and label generation and maintenance. Participates in the screening of new raw materials and Management of Change (MOC) processes. Provides regulatory approval in the New Product Introduction (NPI), product extension, and product translation processes. This role will provide regulatory support to both internal and external customers, lead/ contribute to development of new concepts, techniques, and standards and ongoing implementation and continuous improvement of product safety, hazard communication, and regulatory processes and system support. Responsible to build a team and improve the bench strength of the solid product stewardship professionals for the function. Demonstrates strong ability to motivate & engage learning and career growth within team.Responsibilities Include:

Team management

• Manages a section of Bangalore based HazCom team, develops, and grows existing staff abilities to continually expand knowledge and expertise along with focus on continuous improvement efficiencies of all processes.  Recruits talent as required.
• Participate in assigned regional/global team meetings as the key representative for the HazCom team for the section led.
• Participate in the development of Momentive’s Global Product Stewardship Strategy in collaboration with Business Units, Research and Development, Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing, and other pertinent Momentive functions.
• Ensures that the assigned team is fully trained on all applicable regional regulations and product chemistry. 
• Fostering Team work, building talent within the function

Safety Data Sheets and Label Generation and Maintenance

• Responsible for the preparation and update of Safety Data Sheets and labels using standard systems and processes and assures that they reflect finished product compositions and properties and comply with regional regulatory requirements for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Responsible for material introduction, classifications and labeling (includes dangerous goods classifications with SME inputs).
• Initiates Notification of Change (NOC) processes.
• Responds to routine customer inquiries using standardized responses and processes. Drafts new templates as necessary using existing templates as reference, as per the requirement.
• Interacts with and responds to global customers, suppliers, and other applicable functions in supporting hazard communication and regulatory compliance needs
• Develops relationships with key customers (internal and external) to assure effective communication and responses are provided
• Expert in hazard communication legislation and regulation for the designated regions/countries. Initiates necessary actions related to changing chemical regulations in various world regions.
• Drives projects related to SDS creation and maintenance as identified
• Provides regulatory approval in the material master workflow for product creation, product extension, and product translation processes by ensuring that the regional hazard communication needs have been satisfied. 
• Works closely with Product Stewards to assure efficient interfaces with the material master workflow processes product extensions and product translations across regions.
• Ensures compliance through management of regulatory checks/blocks. 

Product and Substance Data Management / Systems Management

• Leads/contributes to SAP data management and system integrity.
• Template management within SAP.
• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Establishes, manages, and/or reports metrics for work and/or tie into global reporting to assure progress with respect to compliance and business growth is measured and communicated
• Reporting responsibilities to support broader PS team
• Leads the implementation for the continuous improvement of world class, efficient hazard communication and product regulatory compliance data management systems and interfaces, as per existing legislative requirements or in response to changes

Professional Development

• Establishes robust development plan and development goals, and tracks progress quarterly for self and any direct reports. Includes developing plans for targeted development, attending activities, and debriefing afterward with an action plan.

Key Metrics Role is Accountable For:

• Timely and accurate Safety Data Sheets and labels creation and maintenance and Workflow approvals
• Development and implementation of streamlined processes and operating procedures to ensure compliance, lack of business interruption and appropriate documentation. Support Risk Reviews
• Building a team of high caliber individuals by challenging them to succeed through obstacles, and managing conflict as it arises, internally or externally. Exercise mentoring and coaching team members
• Developing and evolving the overall strength and expertise of the team
•  Proactive communication of changes with global team members, businesses, technology, and other functions
• Maintenance of EHS SAP data

Key Relationships: 

• Global Product Stewardship team members, Technology, Procurement, Businesses, Supply Chain/Logistics / Customer Service, Global Trade Compliance, IT.

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors of Engineering / Pharmacy / Masters’ degree in Chemistry, Biology, Life Science, Environmental Science, Industrial Hygiene or equivalent 9-14 years’ experience in the chemical industry in the area of Product Stewardship and Regulatory Compliance/ Environmental Health and Safety/Occupational Safety and Industrial Hygiene or other applicable experience.
• 1+ yr of direct team management experience
• Specialized in-depth knowledge and/or breadth of expertise of industry practices.
• SDS authoring experience with thorough knowledge on GHS principles.
• Strategic thinking abilities to explore solutions and decision making to allow sound resolution of non-standard issues.  
• Expertise to define requirements and implement processes in the systems and tools relevant for the function.
• Continuous improvement/Project Management skills with ability to run multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to use technical skills to influence corporate strategy.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with all levels of the organization.
• Good English verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Computer literate in standard Microsoft office systems Ex. MS Excel
• Position may require availability for global calls and interactions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP EHS experience
• Certification/ Knowledge on Dangerous Goods regulations (IATA, IMDG, regional)
• Understanding on regional GHS regulations applicable for Hazard communication

What We Offer:

At Momentive, we value your well-being and offer competitive total rewards and development programs. Our inclusive culture fosters a strong sense of belonging and provides diverse career opportunities to help you unleash your full potential. Together, through innovative problem-solving and collaboration, we strive to create sustainable solutions that make a meaningful impact.Join our Momentive team to open a bright future.#BePartoftheSolution

About Us:

Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer’s products forward—products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.

Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law. 

To be considered for this position candidates are required tosubmit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law. An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations.  

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