Product Stewardship, Regulatory Affairs Leader

Matrix Adhesives Group

. Lead the company’s global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs program .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeWesterville • Ohio • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Expertise in regulatory compliance and product stewardship, with a strong focus on TSCA, REACH, and GHS regulations. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and develop compliance programs that support business growth and sustainability initiatives.

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Regulatory Affairs ManagementProduct Stewardship Program DevelopmentTSCA, REACH, GHS ComplianceSDS Authoring Systems ImplementationLeadership in Regulatory Compliance

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Hard Skills

Regulatory ComplianceProduct SafetyHazard CommunicationRisk AssessmentChemical Inventory ManagementRegulatory Policy DevelopmentCross-Functional Team LeadershipProject ManagementData Integrity ManagementChange Control Workflows

Soft Skills

Exceptional CommunicationAnalytical SkillsLeadership ExperienceCustomer Interface SkillsTeam Management

Tools & Technologies

SDS Authoring SoftwareRegulatory DatabasesControlled SDS LibraryRegulatory Software SuiteCompliance Documentation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Product Steward (CPS)Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC)REACH Specialist

Industry Keywords

Chemical ComplianceGlobal Regulatory ComplianceAutomotive OEM RequirementsConstruction Market ComplianceSustainable Chemistry

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the company’s global Product Stewardship and Regulatory Affairs program
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and international regulations while enabling business growth, innovation, and risk reduction
Serve as the company’s expert in product regulatory compliance, product safety, hazard communication, and customer regulatory support
Develop and maintain regulatory compliance programs for domestic and international markets
Monitor and interpret emerging regulatory requirements and assess business impact
Lead compliance activities associated with TSCA, REACH, CLP/GHS, OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, Proposition 65, and state chemical reporting requirements
Manage product registrations, notifications, submissions, and the Global Chemical Inventory Compliance Program
Liaise with regulatory agencies, industry organizations, and external consultants
Implement regulatory sign-off for new raw materials and formulations
Establish and manage supplier regulatory requirements, compliance documentation, and the Supplier Change Notification process
Implement and maintain the Product Stewardship Program and Roadmap
Conduct product risk assessments throughout the product lifecycle
Evaluate raw materials and finished products for regulatory and sustainability impacts
Ensure product safety and environmental compliance from development through end-of-life
Support sustainable chemistry and product sustainability initiatives
Oversee GHS-compliant SDS and product label creation, maintenance, and accuracy
Implement and manage SDS authoring software and a controlled SDS library
Ensure alignment between SDS, TDS, VOC declarations, and product claims
Provide regulatory guidance to commercial, marketing, and customer service teams
Support new product development by identifying regulatory requirements early
Respond to customer regulatory inquiries, audits, and compliance questionnaires
Assist with due diligence for acquisitions, partnerships, and new markets
Build and manage a 10-day SLA for regulatory customer requests
Create a structured intake process for customer documentation requests
Support OEM qualification packages, including UL, NSF, FDA, MIL-SPEC, and ASTM
Develop regulatory policies, procedures, and training programs
Lead internal compliance audits and corrective action initiatives
Manage external consultants and testing laboratories
Prepare regulatory status reports for senior leadership
Manage and mentor regulatory affairs and product stewardship personnel
Stand up the regulatory software suite and implement regulatory databases
Drive change control workflows and partner with IT on data integrity, version control, and audit readiness

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Toxicology, or related field
10+ years of experience in regulatory affairs, product stewardship, or chemical compliance
Deep knowledge of TSCA, REACH, DSL/NDSL, GHS, VOC regulations, and global chemical inventories
Proven ability to build programs from the ground up and lead cross-functional governance
Exceptional communication skills with ability to interface with customers, regulators, and executive leadership
Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams
Experience supporting cross-functional business teams
Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills
Professional certifications such as Certified Product Steward (CPS), REACH Specialist, or Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) preferred
Experience within adhesives, sealants, coatings, polymers, or specialty chemicals preferred
Global regulatory compliance experience preferred
Strong understanding of automotive OEM requirements (IMDS, GADSL) and construction market compliance (VOC, LEED) preferred
Experience implementing SDS authoring systems and regulatory databases preferred