(Senior) Global Hazard Communication Manager

Syngenta; Basel; Vor Ort; CHF 150.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus system

Onsite doctor

Fitness room

Canteen

Family-friendly initiatives

Child and family allowances

Flexible working arrangements

Pension fund

Zusammenfassung

Syngenta is seeking a Senior Global Hazard Communication Manager to lead classification of materials under UN GHS and EU CLP, and to shape hazard communication across the product lifecycle.

You will author SDS, drive data governance in SAP-EHS, mentor colleagues, and partner with global regions to deliver compliant regulatory messaging and training while advancing digitalization of processes.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 6 years in Hazard Communication at senior level.
• Degree in science or postgraduate in chemistry/biology or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of SAP-EHS essential.
• In-depth knowledge of UN GHS and EU CLP regulations.
• Experience with international DG/transport regulations.
• Ability to translate hazard information into clear regulatory communication.
• Fluent English in spoken and written form.

Aufgaben

• Deliver hazard and DG/transport classifications for globally managed materials.
• Author and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for a specified portfolio.
• Provide regulatory foresight and translate evolving regulations into impact and plans.
• Develop and maintain training materials and coach team members.
• Support and advise the global network of SDS authors.
• Drive continuous improvement and digitalization of hazard communication processes, systems, and data.
• Lead data governance activities in SAP-EHS and establish data standards.
• Lead projects independently with stakeholders and delivery.
• Mentor and develop colleagues across Regulatory.

Kenntnisse

Hazard communication

Regulatory leadership

Stakeholder management

Coaching/mentoring

English proficiency

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in science

MSc/PhD in chemistry/biology or related

Tools

SAP-EHS

Jobbeschreibung

Company Description

At Syngenta Crop Protection, we're pioneering solutions that safeguard global food security while championing sustainable agriculture. As a world market leader headquartered in Switzerland, we empower farmers with innovative crop protection technologies that defend against nature's toughest challenges. We unite advanced science with digital solutions to develop intelligent crop protection that maximizes yields while minimizing environmental impact. Join our mission of revolutionizing plant protection from seed to harvest.

Syngenta has been ranked as atop employerby Science Magazine and it has been awarded with the "Friendly Work Space" label to all its Swiss sites.

Senior Global Hazard Communication Manager

As Senior Global Hazard Communication Manager, you will classify Syngenta materials according to UN Globally Harmonized System (UN GHS) and applicable dangerous goods/transport regulations. You will provide regulatory and hazard classification expertise, leadership, and advocacy to business partners, while playing a key role in anticipating regulatory developments, and strengthening Syngenta’s Global hazard communication capability across the product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver hazard and dangerous goods/transport classifications for globally managed materials.
• Author and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for a specific portfolio, by leveraging deep expertise in:
• hazard and dangerous goods (DG)/transport classification;
• regulatory requirements;
• relevant systems, data and technology.
• Provide regulatory foresight: monitor, evaluate and translate evolving regulations into impact, recommendations, and implementation plans. Shape approaches to hazard classification, labelling, and safety communication, ensuring consistent interpretation and effective implementation across markets and throughout the product lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain training materials, onboard and coach new team members.
• Support and advise the Global network of local SDS authors.
• Drive continuous improvement and digitalization of hazard communication processes, systems and data.
• Lead data quality and governance activities in SAP-EHS, establish and maintain effective governance and data standards.
• Lead projects independently, managing scope, stakeholders and delivery.
• Mentor and develop colleagues, strengthening the technical capability and knowledge sharing across Regulatory.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years working in Hazard Communication (senior level of expertise is expected).
• Minimum education: degree in science (BSc or preferably post-graduate qualification (MSc, PhD) in chemistry, biology, biochemistry) or equivalent professional experience in a product safety or regulatory environment.
• Strong working knowledge of SAP-EHS is essential.
• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of classification and labelling regulations for hazardous chemicals (UN GHS, EU CLP) including the ability to apply the fundamental principles to exceptional, non-routine cases.
• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of international transportation/DG regulations, including the ability to apply the fundamental principles to exceptional, non-routine cases.
• Comprehensive in-depth knowledge of regulations for compilation of safety data sheets (REACH, GHS) including the ability to apply the fundamental principles to exceptional, non-routine cases.
• Ability to translate complex hazard information into clear, robust and globally aligned regulatory communication.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and act as a trusted advisor.
• Strong coaching/mentoring capability.
• Good knowledge in English (fluent verbal and written).
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and networking skills.
• Experience and/or membership in industry associations is an advantage.

Additional Information

What we Offer:

• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment
• A superb working environment with an open culture and diverse workforce where new ideas are always welcome
• The opportunity to work with and learn from highly qualified and experienced employees and gain scientific and technical excellence
• Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options
• You will benefit from a competitive pension fund plan, flexible working arrangements, an attractive bonus system, an onsite doctor, a fitness room, a canteen, and other benefits such as family-friendly initiatives and child and family allowances.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.