(Senior) Global Hazard Communication Manager

As Senior Global Hazard Communication Manager you will classify Syngenta materials according to UN Globally Harmonized System (UN GHS) and applicable dangerous goods/transport regulations. You will provide regulatory and hazard classification expertise leadership and advocacy to business partners while playing a key role in anticipating regulatory developments and strengthening Syngentas Global hazard communication capability across the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver hazard and dangerous goods/transport classifications for globally managed materials.
• Author and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for a specific portfolio by leveraging deep expertise in:

1. hazard and dangerous goods (DG)/transport classification;
2. regulatory requirements;
3. relevant systems data and technology.

• Provide regulatory foresight: monitor evaluate and translate evolving regulations into impact recommendations and implementation plans. Shape approaches to hazard classification labelling and safety communication ensuring consistent interpretation and effective implementation across markets and throughout the product lifecycle. 
• Develop and maintain training materials onboard and coach new team members.
• Support and advise the Global network of local SDS authors.
• Drive continuous improvement and digitalization of hazard communication processes systems and data.
• Lead data quality and governance activities in SAP-EHS establish and maintain effective governance and data standards.
• Lead projects independently managing scope stakeholders and delivery.
• Mentor and develop colleagues strengthening the technical capability and knowledge sharing across Regulatory.

Qualifications :

• Minimum 6 years working in Hazard Communication (senior level of expertise is expected).
• Minimum education: degree in science (BSc or preferably post-graduate qualification (MSc PhD) in chemistry biology biochemistry) or equivalent professional experience in a product safety or regulatory environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP-EHS is essential.
• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of classification and labelling regulations for hazardous chemicals (UN GHS EU CLP) including the ability to apply the fundamental principles to exceptional non-routine cases.
• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of international transportation/DG regulations including the ability to apply the fundamental principles to exceptional non-routine cases.
• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of regulations for compilation of safety data sheets (REACH GHS) including the ability to apply the fundamental principles to exceptional non-routine cases.
• Ability to translate complex hazard information into clear robust and globally aligned regulatory communication.
• Ability to work independently manage priorities and act as a trusted advisor.
• Strong coaching/mentoring capability.
• Good knowledge in English (fluent verbal and written).
• Strong communication stakeholder management and networking skills.
• Experience and/or membership in industry associations is an advantage.

Additional Information :

What we Offer:

We offer a variety of financial and non-financial benefits including:

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You will benefit from a competitive pension fund plan flexible working arrangements an attractive bonus system an onsite doctor a fitness room a canteen and other benefits such as family-friendly initiatives and child and family allowances.

Please send your complete application with English CV Cover Letter diploma and work certificate copies (if applicable).

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time