Dow Chemical Company
Senior Regulatory Specialist - EU Food & Drinking Water ContactPosted
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At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we're passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.
Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We're a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you're looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you're in the right place.
About you and this role
The Product Regulatory Services (PRS) group provides the regulatory leadership to clients (Dow businesses), JV partners and external customers by promoting and protecting their licenses to sell franchise products by managing compliance opportunities and risks.
Currently we are looking for a Senior Regulatory Specialist for food and drinking water contact applications to join our team in the EU. The work location is flexible and can be discussed. Preferable locations: Germany, Belgium or the Netherlands.
In this role you will provide interpretation and consulting services to the businesses, assistance to clients in completing regulatory submittals and reporting requirements, driving a portion of the business regulatory strategy etc. in the EMEAI. In addition, you will represent Dow in Trade Associations and potentially lead external networks within the value chain & authorities for advocacy.
Responsibilities:
* Assessment of the regulatory compliance of our products with assigned regulations and writing of compliance documents
* Perform safety assessments and provide guidance on regulatory interpretations
* File petitions at authorities and provide support at certification bodies
* Tracking and assessing the impact of regulatory developments and communicate these to relevant businesses
* Develop and deliver trainings on European food and drinking water contact regulations
* Participate in internal cross-functional projects and issue management teams to provide regulatory support and guidance
* Participate in relevant trade group committees and task forces to track regulatory developments and engage in advocacy activities at regulators
* Drive and lead advocacy efforts externally and internally for high impact issues identified by the businesses and/or corporate EH&S teams
* Support the Global Regulatory Services team in defining business/corporate strategy and sustainability goals using in-depth regional regulatory knowledge
* Participate in integrated EH&S audits
Qualifications:
* Master's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field, preferably a Science degree
* Minimum 2 years of relevant regulatory experience
* Regulatory experiences in Food & Drinking Water contact applications
* Regulatory experiences in Pharmaceutical or Food/Feed Additives is a plus
* Fluency in English and preferably German, Dutch or French
Skills, knowledge, and abilities:
* Demonstrate skills to bring regulatory requirements to business needs
* Ability to work in a globally diverse team and lead cross-functionality in a team-oriented project environment
* Analytical skills combined with detail orientation
* Demonstrated ability to exhibit mature technical skills, communication skills, IT skills and good judgment. Knowledge in SAP is a plus
* Ensuring a safe work environment by working safely and, complying with environmental, health and safety standards
* Strong work ethic and being able to remain productive in an empowered team environment
* Demonstrating competencies in the areas of leadership, initiative, teamwork, and interpersonal effectiveness
Benefits - What Dow offers you
We invest in you.
Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.
Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:
* Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.
* Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.
* Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
* Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
* Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.
* Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.
* Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
* Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).
* Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.
* Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group's (ERG) participation.
Join our team, we can make a difference together.
About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.
As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.
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