Regulatory and Sustainability Manager

Job title:

Regulatory and Sustainability Manager

Company:

CINIC CHEMICALS EUROPE

Job description

CINIC Chemicals Europe, a leader in high-performance organic pigments and the market leader in DPP Red pigments, is seeking a seasoned Regulatory Affairs, Sustainability and Product Stewardship Manager with 5-10 years of experience. This role is critical in ensuring regulatory compliance, acting as a vital link between the European team, global customers, and our parent company in China. The ideal candidate will be fluent in English, with strong proficiency in German and French, and will work autonomously to manage both strategic and operational regulatory tasks. This position also involves direct interaction with customers to address daily regulatory inquiries, making strong industry expertise and communication skills essential. In addition to regulatory responsibilities, the candidate will play a key role in driving CINIC’s sustainability strategy, particularly by leading initiatives related to sustainability and compliance with emerging environmental standards.TasksRegulatory and Sustainability Management

• Develop, implement, and oversee regulatory strategies to ensure full compliance with European and international regulations applicable to high-performance organic pigments.
• Lead and manage projects focused on business sustainability, with a particular emphasis on establishing a comprehensive carbon footprint determination framework across CINIC’s operations.
• Design and implement tools, methodologies, and reporting mechanisms for measuring and reducing carbon emissions, aligning with evolving sustainability regulations and global best practices.
• Monitor global developments in regulatory and sustainability standards, including REACH, CLP, and international chemical safety laws, and adjust strategies accordingly to ensure full compliance and proactive alignment.

Cross-Functional & International Collaboration

• Serve as the main regulatory and sustainability liaison between CINIC Chemicals Europe and the parent company in China, ensuring synchronized objectives and streamlined communication.
• Drive cross-departmental coordination between regulatory affairs, R&D, operations, and sales teams to embed sustainability and compliance throughout the product lifecycle.
• Translate region-specific regulatory and environmental requirements for internal stakeholders, ensuring comprehensive understanding and timely action across global teams.

Industry RepresentationRepresent CINIC actively in:Trade associations such as ETADTechnical and industry forums, contributing to shaping evolving regulatory and sustainability frameworks.Stay engaged in professional networks to influence, anticipate, and adapt to regulatory and environmental shifts in the specialty chemicals sector.Customer Support & Documentation

• Manage day-to-day regulatory inquiries from customers, providing accurate, timely, and standards-compliant responses.
• Support clients with the technical and environmental documentation required to meet both compliance and corporate social responsibility goals.
• Provide sustainability-related insights (e.g., carbon footprint data, lifecycle impact) to customers upon request.

Operational Leadership & AutonomyOperate independently and manage all regulatory and sustainability projects with minimal oversight.Lead operational activities including:Regulatory submissionsDocumentation updatesSustainability audits and lifecycle assessmentsMaintenance of compliance and emissions recordsIntroduction, implementation, and ongoing maintenance of a digital system for Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ensuring accurate, accessible, and up-to-date information for internal teams and external partnersRisk & Compliance Oversight

• Identify and evaluate regulatory and sustainability risks across markets and supply chains.
• Develop and implement robust mitigation strategies, ensuring ongoing compliance and reduced environmental impact of CINIC’s pigment portfolio.
• Maintain up-to-date compliance frameworks in line with regional and global standards.

RequirementsQualificationsEducation

• Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, regulatory affairs, or a related scientific discipline.

Experience

• 5-10 years of regulatory affairs experience, preferably in the chemicals or pigments industry.
• Extensive experience working with REACH, CLP, and other international regulatory frameworks.

Language Skills

• English (fluency oral and writing)
• German and French (writing proficiency preferably in both languages).

Industry Knowledge

• Strong understanding of the pigments and chemical industries, with particular expertise in organic pigments and colour chemicals.

Skills

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English, German, and French.
• Advanced proficiency in regulatory software and tools for compliance tracking and documentation.
• Technical competency: IUCLID, Office software, data management

BenefitsWhat We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a global industry leader in pigments.
• Autonomy and flexibility in a highly specialized and dynamic role.
• Direct engagement with international teams and customers.

Benefits:

• Attractive Employee savings plan
• Attractive salary based on profile
• Effective complementary health insurance
• Transportation allowance

CINIC CHEMICALS EUROPE

Expected salary

Location

Grand Est

Job date

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 22:35:24 GMT

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email/cover letter where (vacanciesin.eu) you saw this job posting.