Product Stewardship, Regulatory Manager – Chemical Manufacturing

Axalta

. Implement product stewardship and regulatory policies, procedures, processes, and initiatives across the region .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeWarsaw • PolandSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in product stewardship and regulatory compliance within the coatings and specialty chemicals industry, with a strong focus on strategic assessment and effective communication across diverse teams. Proven ability to lead change management initiatives and develop product registration strategies while ensuring adherence to EMEA regulatory requirements.

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Product StewardshipRegulatory ComplianceStrategic AssessmentChange ManagementRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Regulatory PoliciesProduct Registration StrategiesHazard CommunicationSubstance RegistrationsProduct ManagementProduct Development ProcessesEMEA Regulatory RequirementsData ManagementReportingIncident Investigation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationLeadershipPersuasionNegotiationConflict Resolution

Industry Keywords

Coatings IndustrySpecialty ChemicalsCross-Functional TeamsMarket TrendsBest Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement product stewardship and regulatory policies, procedures, processes, and initiatives across the region
Monitor regional regulatory activities and assess new regulations that may impact Axalta
Provide guidance on new standards, legislation, and impacts on business operations and strategy
Develop product registration strategies for new product introduction with global and regional teams
Ensure compliance with regional and local regulations concerning hazard communication, substance registrations, required reporting, and related requirements
Respond to customer-driven product stewardship needs and support regional operations
Represent Axalta in regional industry associations and government agencies
Provide functional and program guidance, training, and development for regional PS&R staff
Investigate and report Product Stewardship Incidents, determine root causes and preventive measures, and communicate key facts to management and legal representatives
Develop and track leading and lagging indicators to improve regional team efficiency and effectiveness
Identify and implement best practices, efficient tools, and standardized processes
Ensure information systems and tools support Product and Global Chemical Data Management and Reporting

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in a science discipline (e.g. Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, Engineering)
10-15 years of work experience in a regulatory or product stewardship program function
5-10 years of work experience in the coatings and/or similar specialty chemicals industry
5-10 years prior direct and indirect managerial responsibilities
Experience with product management and product development processes
Proven ability to think strategically and complete strategic assessment of regulatory, business and market trends
Demonstrated ability to make improvements to work processes, managing the changes through effective communication and persuasion
Experienced in assessment and interpretation of complex regulatory and market drivers
Proven ability to communicate effectively through all levels of an organization in a clear and concise manner
Development and deployment of effective communication strategies, with the ability to lead, motivate and participate in diverse, cross-geographic teams
In depth knowledge of applicable EMEA regulatory requirements (i.e. REACH) and related issues
Effective change management skills and demonstrated ability to lead and inspire positive change within an organization
Highly proficient relationship management and networking skills
Proven ability to influence, negotiate, and resolve conflicts
Experience in working with cross-functional, multi-cultural, and virtual teams
Excellent written and oral communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Travel is expected, amount varies with projects and global conditions