Director Product Stewardship, Regulatory, Sustainability

Director Product Stewardship, Regulatory, Sustainability

WHO WE ARE

POLYVANTIS is one of the leading global suppliers in the market for high-quality acrylic and polycarbonate films and sheets. Formed by combining two iconic brands in the industry - PLEXIGLAS® for polymethylmethacrylate semi-finished products and LEXAN™ for polycarbonate sheets and films. With 1,500 employees and 15 production sites worldwide, we offer unmatched global capabilities, providing customers with innovative solutions in sheets and films. Our products are used in various applications including stadium roofing, facade glazing, LED lighting, signage, machine guards, motorcycle windshields, train seats, aircraft interiors, security & ID cards, bullet-resistant glazing and many more.

Job Summary

POLYVANTIS Technology & Innovation (T&I) is looking for a fulltime Director of Product Stewardship (PST), Regulatory, Sustainability (ESG) to oversee global business continuity operations.

• Ensures business continuity and growth with respect to product compliance with government regulatory requirements, international and major customer standards for the POLYVANTIS Business on a global scale (license-to-operate; license-to-sell).
• Acts as primary regulatory technical advisor for new product, process, and chemistry initiatives and marshals Product Stewardship SME expertise to support development and commercial activities.
• Secures adequate protection against environmental and consumer health related complaints/incidents associated with our products and their application (e.g. healthcare, food contact, Electrical & Electronic, automotive, etc.)
• Drives regulatory and responsible care communications and Environmental/Social/Governance (ESG) principles for products and issues.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Lead and manage a global team of Product Stewardship and Regulatory employees. 
• Acts as a strategic partner for POLYVANTIS to support business growth; Business Focal Point (BFP) will become fully dedicated towards POLYVANTIS and will be an integral part of key business and technology planning processes with senior leadership.
• Aligns with the business and potentially outsourced work partners to facilitate the operational and tactical POLYVANTIS business needs effectively and efficiently.
• Lead continuous improvement of current PST operational and tactical performance by reallocation of existing resources by revised work practices and tools, improving speed and agility on business processes and business decisions (e.g., deviations in manufacturing, new material introduction, project partnership, customer interaction).
• Pro-actively focuses on emerging Product Stewardship and Regulatory-related trends, and their potential impact to business strategies and represents POLYVANTIS on key product or issue advocacy and industry trade groups.
• Helps establish a strong internal network with key POLYVANTIS functions in all layers of the organization.

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING

• Technical degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10 years of professional experience, preferably in Product Stewardship.
• Petro or Chemical Industry experience in Chemistry, Technology or Regulatory Affairs/Product Safety.
• Ability to effectively monitor regulatory developments and industry trends.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Fluent in English.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

We listen: Your ideas along our corporate values of creativity, openness, responsibility and entrepreneurial spirit are important to us.

• Remuneration: Attractive salary in the chemical tariff, special payments, participation in the company's success
• Coverage: Company subsidized pension scheme and long-term account, group accident insurance, support for caring for relatives, sickness benefit subsidy
• Work-life-balance: Flexible working, possibility of mobile working, 30 days of vacation per year, free parking
• Health and social affairs: Prevention programs, social and employee counseling, company sports & discounts in various fitness studios, meal allowance

...and much more. You can find an overview of our benefits on our careers page.

YOUR APPLICATION

Sounds interesting? Learn more about us and apply here: https://www.polyvantis.com/en/career. Realize your dreams at POLYVANTIS!

You don't meet all the requirements? No problem - for us, it's not just about certificates, professional qualifications and previous experience, but also about personal development potential.

POLYVANTIS seeks the best candidates, and as a result is an equal opportunity employer that is proud to provide equal access to jobs regardless of protected status.