Can you effectively navigate global chemical regulations to ensure products are classified, labelled, and transported compliantly worldwide?
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This role plays a key part in ensuring regulatory compliance for chemical products, with a strong focus on CLP classification and the preparation, submission, and maintenance of Poison Centre Notifications (PCN) under EU regulatory frameworks. The position is responsible for authoring and maintaining compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS), product labels, and hazard communication documentation in alignment with international chemical regulations. The role ensures products are accurately classified, labeled, and notified in accordance with CLP, GHS, OSHA HazCom 2024, WHMIS, REACH, and other major global frameworks, and provides subject matter expertise in Dangerous Goods transport compliance across DOT, IATA/ICAO, and IMDG.
This role can be based out of our sites in Leiden (Netherlands), Škofja Vas (Slovenia) or Neuilly-sur-Seine (France) in a hybrid capacity.
Where You’ll Make a Difference
- Prepare, submit, and maintain CLP notifications and Poison Centre Notifications (PCN) using UL WERCS and the IUCLID and ECHA portals.
- Author, review, and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and product labels in compliance with GHS, CLP, and applicable regional regulatory requirements.
- Ensure SDS accuracy, consistency, and alignment with regional classification and hazard communication requirements across internal databases and systems.
- Develop, manage, and update hazard labels using SAP, UL WERCS, and other labeling or design platforms.
- Perform physical, health, and environmental hazard classifications for substances and mixtures using GHS and CLP criteria.
- Evaluate raw material compositions, supplier SDS information, and toxicological data to establish and justify product classifications.
- Monitor and interpret regulatory changes, proactively updating SDSs, labels, and related documentation to maintain ongoing compliance.
- Classify substances and mixtures for transport in accordance with DOT, IATA/ICAO, IMDG, ADR, and RID requirements, including assignment of PSN, UN number, packing group, and applicable special provisions.
- Partner cross‑functionally with Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, Logistics, EHS, and Operations teams, and provide technical regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders and external customers as needed.
What Makes You the Right Fit
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (e.g., chemistry, toxicology, environmental science, or related field).
- 3–5 years of experience in a technical role within a corporate or consulting firm
- Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to assess complex information and identify practical solutions.
- Proven ability to interpret, synthesize, and clearly communicate technical or regulatory information to achieve desired outcomes.
- Demonstrated capability to work effectively both independently and as part of cross‑functional teams.
- Self‑motivated and results‑oriented, with the ability to maintain productivity and accountability in a remote working environment.
How You Would Stand Out
- Working knowledge of SAP and regulatory compliance systems such as UL WERCS for SDS authoring and product notification activities.
- Expertise in global Dangerous Goods regulations (e.g., DOT, IATA/ICAO, IMDG, ADR) and their application to chemical classification and transport
- Strong knowledge of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) requirements, including hazard classification
Why Choose Us?
- Join a team that values diverse perspectives and fosters collaboration.
- Access to opportunities for learning, career advancement, and personal growth.
- Enjoy attractive compensation and benefits designed to promote your well-being.
We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.
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