Your responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on existing and emerging chemical legislation in the EMEA region, including EU REACH, UK REACH, KKDIK, and Ukraine REACH.
• Monitor and interpret Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) developments and communicate implications to internal stakeholders.
• Support the development of logic and systems for tracking global chemical inventory data for products and raw materials.
• Collaborate with the GPS Raw Material team to address compliance concerns during raw material onboarding and changes.
• Identify and manage emerging regulatory issues in the EMEA region, contributing to global issue tracking and resolution.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional teams, legal advisors, and regulatory authorities.
• Respond to stakeholder inquiries regarding product stewardship and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with EHS IT to develop and enhance digital tools that support global compliance efforts.
• Maintain internal databases and systems related to product stewardship and emerging issues.
• Deliver training on chemical control regulations and compliance to employees across all levels.
• Apply problem-solving skills to proactively address potential non-compliance risks.

Our requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific or EHS-related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Product Stewardship, Regulatory Affairs, or EHS.
• Deep understanding of chemical regulatory frameworks and inventory compliance.
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate complex regulatory concepts to diverse audiences.
• Experience working in a multicultural, matrixed organization.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

What we offer

• As an EMEA Senior Product Stewardship Specialist, you will play a key role in guiding PPG’s technical, business, and regional product stewardship teams to ensure compliance with current and emerging chemical regulations across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.

• At PPG, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and regulatory excellence. You’ll be part of a global team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Join us in shaping the future of safe and compliant product development.