Chemical Compliance Advisor

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

Sherwin-Williams is seeking a strategic and tactical leader to manage global chemical compliance initiatives. This role will be responsible for tracking emerging regulations, leading compliance projects, and driving business improvements in regulatory systems. The ideal candidate will bring strong regulatory expertise, project management skills, and a business-oriented mindset to ensure Sherwin-Williams remains ahead of global chemical compliance requirements. Duties include, but are not limited to:

(1) REGULATORY SUPPORT - Tactical Compliance:

• Monitor, track, and assess emerging global chemical regulations and their potential impact on Sherwin-Williams raw materials, products, and operations.
• Develop and lead projects to ensure compliance with key chemical regulations across global markets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement regulatory changes effectively and efficiently.

(2) CUSTOMER SUPPORT:

• Serve as a subject matter expert in responding to internal and external customer inquiries related to regulatory and product stewardship matters.
• Manage and respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies, including those with potential for significant business impact or penalties.
• Develop and deliver training programs for internal stakeholders on regulatory requirements, product stewardship policies, and Sherwin-Williams processes.
• Represent Sherwin-Williams Regulatory and Product Stewardship functions in external engagements, including industry forums, regulatory meetings, and customer interactions.

(3) CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT - Strategic Compliance:

• Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance regulatory compliance systems, focusing on business integration and long-term sustainability.
• Manage alternatives assessments to support compliance decision-making and product stewardship strategies.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align compliance strategies with business objectives.

"Job duties include contact with other employees and access confidential and proprietary information and/or other items of value, and such access may be supervised or unsupervised. The Company therefore has determined that a review of criminal history is necessary to protect the business and its operations and reputation and is necessary to protect the safety of the Company's staff, employees, and business relationships."

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

FORMAL EDUCATION:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field

Preferred:

• Master's Degree or higher from an accredited institution in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs, Product Stewardship, or a closely related discipline

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• 8+ years of experience in chemical regulatory compliance, preferably in a global context
• Proven track record in managing complex, cross-functional projects and regulatory initiatives.
• Regulatory Expertise:
  • Functional understanding of global chemical regulations such as REACH, TSCA, and CEPA.
  • Experience conducting or managing alternatives assessments within a regulatory framework.
  • Knowledge of data systems and tools used in regulatory compliance and product stewardship.
• Analytical & Process Skills:
  • Proven track record in managing complex, cross-functional projects and regulatory initiatives.
  • Analytical skills with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
  • Process documentation skills to support transparency, consistency, and repeatability.
• Communication & Leadership:
  • Experience presenting complex regulatory topics to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
  • Effective stakeholder engagement and collaboration across functions and geographies.

Preferred:

• 10+ years of experience in chemical regulatory compliance in a global context
• Demonstrated experience in implementing, optimizing, or managing regulatory systems and enterprise compliance platforms.
• Proven track record of engagement in global chemical regulatory frameworks, including commenting, advocacy, and strategic interpretation (e.g., REACH, TSCA, CEPA).
• Familiarity with alternatives assessment methodologies and tools, including comparative hazard assessment and life cycle thinking.
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally to influence regulatory strategy and drive sustainable product compliance.
• Experience translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable business guidance.

TECHNICAL/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Required:

• Systems & Tools:
  • Proficiency in a variety of complex IT applications.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Visio, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Industry:
  • Experience in the paint & coatings or chemical industry.
• Project Management:
  • Proficiency in common project management methods such as charter and user story writing, requirements gathering and documentation, and status reporting.

Preferred:

• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Experience in product development.
• Familiarity with regulatory software and formulation systems
  • Such as HEARS, Product Vision, RMDM, and Substance Volume Tracking, Enablon or similar regulatory and stewardship management applications
• Familiarity with reporting tools such as Tableau
• Knowledge and experience with relational databases and data structures.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: (TIME SPENT AWAY FROM HOME OR OTHER TYPICAL OFFICE LOCATION)

• 5-15%