Regulatory Affairs Manager (UK/EU)

Overview

Company Overview

At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace.

Position Summary

The Regulatory Affairs Manager reports to the Director of Regulatory Affairs & Sustainability. Manages the Regulatory Affairs Team, working on a complex and diverse set of notification/regulatory requirements across multiple global markets to ensure products are compliant with relevant regulations before release to market. The Regulatory Affairs Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of complex regulatory affairs projects, from product development to the strategic delivery of a global pipeline to multiple markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage registration/notification projects in accordance with the global regulatory frameworks
• Manage global new product evaluations for raw materials, paint, and resin products, with focus on Europe (EU/UK)
• Be the regulatory point of contact for Benjamin Moore's paint and resin EU/UK business.
• Assess any regulatory changes impacting the paint and resin to ensure that future developments and existing products compliance
• Participate in designated and applicable working groups/committees representing BM to shape regulatory-driven topics in line with BM's strategic vision, and ensure timely communication to relevant functions
• Working with the Director to help shape future policy, gather, disseminate & assess regulatory, competitive intelligence for paint and resin
• Build and conduct training and communication materials to key stakeholders
• Supervise compliant Labels and SDS's creation
• Respond to regulatory questions from international customers.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in chemistry, biology, or related fields, such as biotechnology, toxicology, or the law.
• 5 plus years of experience in a regulatory-related field. Understanding and expertise in conducting regulatory risk assessments.
• Minimum of 3 plus years of experience working with BPR, CLP, and REACH regulatory frameworks.
• Extensive expertise in European (EU and UK) chemical regulations, with a focus on the Biocidal Products Regulation (BPR) , Classification, Labeling and Packaging (CLP) Regulations and Packaging & Packaging Waste.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and participate in diverse, multi-functional teams and networks.
• Effective organization skills and ability to manage a team and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines.
• Effective communicator with networking skills and the ability to develop and maintain interpersonal relationships through all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret regulations, including BPR, CLP, REACH and PPW in EU and UK
• Previous experience with WERCS or similar regulatory software is desirable.