Product Stewardship Manager - 1448

Job Description We are seeking a Product Stewardship Manager who is responsible for leading responses to complex customer regulatory inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate documentation aligned with current regulations. The successful candidate will lead corporate-level activities related to Product Stewardship functions and programs across North America. This position will have 2-4 direct reports. Key Responsibilities Lead a corporate-level Environmental team that identifies and implements new regulations impacting North American operations; serve as an internal consultant on environmental-related issues Lead the Product Stewardship team supporting R&D and business units in areas including regulatory assessments, product safety reviews, and regulatory disclosures Lead a corporate-level Industrial Hygiene team supporting operations and R&D; serve as an internal consulting group on industrial hygiene matters in collaboration with local safety personnel Interpret federal, state, and local regulations, assess business impacts, and develop strategies in collaboration with senior leadership and legal Develop, implement, and communicate company guidelines, policies, and standards to ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with best practices Communicate and execute strategies addressing changes in the regulatory environment with executive leadership, business leaders, and legal counsel Educate and advise Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, and Product Stewardship teams on policies, procedures, and compliance requirements Influence cross-functional teams to drive process and technical improvements Maintain a network of external consultants for specialized project support Support sustainability initiatives related to regulatory affairs Coordinate Environmental, Product Stewardship, and Industrial Hygiene activities with global counterparts Represent the organization in industry groups, engaging with regulatory bodies and influencing standards and practices Skills & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Industrial Hygiene, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field required Advanced degree (MS, MBS, or JD) preferred 15+ years of industry experience in safety, industrial hygiene, environmental, or product stewardship functions (multi-discipline experience preferred) 7+ years of leadership experience managing Environmental, Industrial Hygiene, or Product Stewardship teams Certified Product Steward (CPPS) or Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) preferred Experience working with professional associations and regulatory agencies Core Competencies Problem solving Interpersonal skills Teamwork Leadership People management