Emergency Manager Americas & EHS LATAM

Clariant; São Paulo; Hybrid; BRL 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (3 days on-site)

Company car

Profit sharing

Flexible hours compensation (bridge)

Birthday day off

Volunteer day (1 paid)

TotalPass (for you + up to 3 depend.)

Medical and dental insurance (for you+

Job summary

Clariant, a global leader in specialty chemicals, seeks an experienced professional to lead Emergency Management and Business Continuity programs across the Americas and LATAM. You will drive resilience, develop frameworks, training programs, and continuity systems with regional and global stakeholders in an individual contributor role.

The role offers hybrid work with on-site days, generous benefits, and international exposure within a sustainable, diverse company culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Solid senior-level experience in Crisis Management, Business Continuity, or EHS with a minimum of 3 years in a strategic/decision-making capacity.
• Proven track record of leading complex emergency management initiatives and influencing stakeholders across multiple organizational levels.
• Fluent English with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Steer and maintain the regional Emergency Management program, including SOPs, guidelines, and simulation exercises.
• Manage and continuously improve the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) across the region.
• Monitor Emergency Management performance against established KPIs, identifying gaps and implementing improvements.
• Develop training materials and support the delivery of EM and BCMS training to regional teams.
• Support the Head of Emergency Management in Global Emergency Management (GEM) preparedness initiatives, acting as deputy when required.
• Lead root cause analysis for emergency incidents and conduct operational assessment audits.

Skills

Crisis Management experience

Business Continuity

EHS experience

Fluent English

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Job description

Clariant, a global leader in specialty chemicals, is looking for an experienced professional, supporting Emergency Management and Business Continuity programs across the Americas and LATAM region. In this role, you will act as a key driver of organizational resilience, developing and maintaining emergency management frameworks, training programs, and continuity systems while collaborating with regional and global stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who want to combine expertise in crisis and continuity management with regional impact and global exposure. Please note that this is an individual contributor role with no direct reports.

• Join a company with a strong safety culture — because people always come first
• Be part of a global industry leader with a strong market presence
• Work in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment
• Opportunity to work with international exposure
• Company committed to sustainability, diversity, and people development

Please ensure your resume is submitted in English to allow for proper evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Steer and maintain the regional Emergency Management program, including SOPs, guidelines, and simulation exercises
• Manage and continuously improve the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) across the region
• Monitor Emergency Management performance against established KPIs, identifying gaps and implementing improvements
• Develop training materials and support the delivery of EM and BCMS training to regional teams
• Support the Head of Emergency Management in Global Emergency Management (GEM) preparedness initiatives, acting as deputy when required
• Lead root cause analysis for emergency incidents and conduct operational assessment audits

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; aptitude in Crisis Management systems is prioritized
• Solid senior-level experience in Crisis Management, Business Continuity, or EHS — with a minimum of 3 years in a strategic and decision-making capacity
• Proven track record of leading complex emergency management initiatives and influencing stakeholders across multiple organizational levels
• Fluent English with strong communication
• Ability to work autonomously and make sound judgments under pressure
• Agility and composure when dealing with high-stakes emergency scenarios

Our Offer

• Hybrid work model (3 days on-site)
• This position offers flexibility for the successful candidate to be based at any Clariant site in Brazil, including Suzano (SP), São Paulo (SP), Jacareí (SP), Belo Horizonte (MG), Rio das Ostras (RJ), Vitória da Conquista (BA), or Ananindeua (PA). For business reasons, the preferred locations are Suzano (SP) or São Paulo (SP).
• Company car
• Profit sharing
• Flexible hours compensation (bridge holidays)
• Birthday day off
• 1 paid day per year for volunteering
• TotalPass (for you + up to 3 dependents)
• Medical and dental insurance (for you + dependents)
• Pharmacy assistance
• On-site restaurant or meal allowance
• Extended parental leaves:
• Maternity leave: 180 days
• Paternity leave: 20 days
• Job stability for mothers after childbirth/adoption
• Childcare allowance (for mothers with children up to 2 years old)

Benefits may vary according to location or business unit.

Your Contact

Talent Acquisition Team

Please ensure your resume is submitted in English to allow for proper evaluation.

Clariant is a Swiss-based global specialty chemicals company, which is concentrated and developed in three business units: Care Chemicals, Catalysts and Adsorbents & Additives. Our purpose as a company is reflected in our tagline "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", which considers the principles of customer, innovation and people orientation, as well as a focus on creating solutions to foster sustainability in different industries by offering high-value and high-performance chemical specialties.

At Clariant, we believe that diversity, equity and inclusion are essential to our success. We strive to cultivate a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. Our diverse workforce allows us to tap into a wealth of perspectives, experiences, and capabilities that drive innovation. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities for professional growth and advancement across all levels of the organization, based on objective criteria and regardless of gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or other aspects of diversity in accordance with the relevant governing laws. By bringing together talented individuals with diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, we gain the agility to meet the evolving needs of our global customers and communities. Join our team to help advance our mission of fostering a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive.

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