Chemical Compliance Advisor

Responsibilities
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:

• 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.
• 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.
• 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."

Qualifications
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%

About Us
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:

Life … with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being

Career … with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution

Connection … with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities

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At Sherwin-Williams, part of our mission is to help our employees and their families live healthier, save smarter and feel better. This starts with a wide range of world-class benefits designed for you. From retirement to health care, from total well-being to your daily commute—it matters to us. A general description of benefits offered can be found at . Click on "Candidates" to view benefit offerings that you may be eligible for if you are hired as a Sherwin-Williams employee.

Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case and will impact where actual compensation may fall within the stated wage range. The wage range listed for this role takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The wage range, other compensation, and benefits information listed is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws including with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act where applicable.

Sherwin-Williams is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, creed, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or by contract.

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