Job Description
Overview SNF is a specialty chemical group whose products, water-soluble polymers, contribute to treating, recycling, preserving water, saving energy, and reducing carbon footprint. A pioneer in soft chemistry, SNF has long been present on all continents, employing 9,000 people, including more than 2,700+ in the USA. Innovation and movement toward a cleaner, less carbon-intensive world accelerates SNF's growth.
SUMMARY:
The Director of Regulatory Affairs & Product Stewardship is a senior leadership role responsible for defining, leading, and executing the Company's global regulatory and product safety strategy. This role ensures compliance with applicable United States and Canada regulations while enabling safe, compliant, and innovative product development across the full product lifecycle. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and people leader with deep regulatory expertise, strong cross-functional influence, and a proven ability to anticipate regulatory risk while supporting business growth . LOCATION
Riceboro, GA Responsibilities Set the vision, strategy, and governance for regulatory affairs and product safety Ensure compliance with EPA, FDA, OSHA, DOT, TSCA, GHS, IATA, and IMDG regulations Research and ensure compliance with US and Canada trade regulations, to include tariff classifications, certificates of origin, and certificates of manufacturer Establish and continuously improve regulatory policies and procedures, in addition to management system (ISO, Responsible Care) conformance requirements Monitor emerging regulations and translate them into actionable business guidance Identify regulatory risks and implement mitigation strategies Provide regulatory guidance across the full product lifecycle Advise executive leadership on regulatory and public-policy developments Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing regulatory team Collaborate with Legal, EH&S, Quality, Operations, R D, and Commercial teams Oversee regulatory training, documentation, databases, and reporting Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards Qualifications EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree - In Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field. Master's degree preferred EXPERIENCE
15+ years - Regulatory affairs experience, preferably in the chemical or oil & gas industries LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Deep knowledge of chemical manufacturing, toxicology, and product safety Strong working knowledge of EPA, FDA, OSHA, DOT, TSCA, GHS, and trade regulations Experience with the implementation of Responsible Care® specifications and the ACC Product Safety Code Proven leadership and executive communication skills Ability to travel to Company sites as needed to support training, audits, and compliance initiatives. BENEFITS
Competitive Salary Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Savings Plan Vacation Days Incidental/Sick Days Paid Holidays Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement Employee Development & Training The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Qualifications:
EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree - In Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field. Master's degree preferred EXPERIENCE
15+ years - Regulatory affairs experience, preferably in the chemical or oil & gas industries LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Deep knowledge of chemical manufacturing, toxicology, and product safety Strong working knowledge of EPA, FDA, OSHA, DOT, TSCA, GHS, and trade regulations Experience with the implementation of Responsible Care® specifications and the ACC Product Safety Code Proven leadership and executive communication skills Ability to travel to Company sites as needed to support training, audits, and compliance initiatives. BENEFITS
Competitive Salary Medical Benefits Dental Benefits Vision Benefits Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Savings Plan Vacation Days Incidental/Sick Days Paid Holidays Life Insurance Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Tuition Reimbursement Employee Development & Training The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
