Specialist, Safety Data Sheet Europe (Warsaw)

DKSH Management Ltd.; Polska; Hybrid; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Management Ltd. in Warsaw seeks a Specialist, Chemical Product Safety Europe to ensure compliance, labeling and safety documentation for chemical products across EU, UK and Switzerland.

You will join a 12-person regulatory team, handling CLP classification, SDS authoring, and monitoring evolving regulations to support DKSH’s European network.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, Ecotoxicology, or related discipline.
• 3–5 years of experience in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) including SDS authoring and chemical regulations (REACH/CLP).
• Proficient in English; knowledge of additional European languages is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze regulatory data to support risk assessment and compliance.
• Classify substances and mixtures per CLP, UK and Swiss requirements.
• Assess Dangerous Goods under ADR/IMDG/IATA rules.
• Author and maintain SDSs and CLP labels for DKSH Europe.
• Review supplier SDSs and data for non-compliances and gaps.
• Monitor evolving chemical regulations and ensure ongoing compliance.
• Coordinate notifications to Poison Control Centers across Europe.
• Train internal stakeholders on handling, labeling, and safety documentation.
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain regulatory information and resolve issues.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

SDS authoring

Chemical safety

Education

Master's degree in Chemistry/ Biology/ Toxicology/ Ecotoxicology

Job description

Specialist, Safety Data Sheet Europe (Warsaw)

Location: Warszawa, PL

Global Business Unit: PERFORMANCE MATERIALS

Job Function: Regulatory Services

Requisition Number: 239625

About The Role

The Specialist, Chemical Product Safety Europe is responsible for ensuring the compliance, classification, labelling and safety documentation of chemical products distributed by DKSH across the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland. Embedded within a 12-person regulatory team, this position plays a critical role in protecting product integrity and enabling the consistent, compliant operation of DKSH's network of nine European subsidiaries.

What You Will Deliver

• Analyze physicochemical, toxicological, and ecotoxicological data to support comprehensive risk prevention and hazard assessment
• Determine the classification of substances and mixtures according to the criteria of the CLP Regulation and applicable UK and Swiss requirements
• Assess Dangerous Goods classification and transport requirements in accordance with ADR, IMDG and IATA regulations
• Author and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and CLP-compliant labels for chemical products purchased and marketed within the DKSH Group in Europe, using dedicated SDS authoring software
• Critically review suppliers SDSs, product compositions, test data and other supporting regulatory documentation to identifies inconsistencies, data gaps or potential non-compliances
• Monitor evolving chemical regulations and ensure the ongoing compliance of classified products within all applicable regulatory frameworks
• Manage the notification of classified mixtures to Poison Control Centers across relevant European markets
• Train and raise awareness among key internal stakeholders, including Sales Managers, Sales Support teams, Research and Development (R&D) laboratories, and warehouse staff, on the proper handling, hazard management, and labeling of distributed chemical products
• Liaise with suppliers to obtain required regulatory information, clarify classification , and resolve product safety or documentation issues
• Administrative duties and coordination tasks as required

What You Bring

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, Ecotoxicology, or a related discipline
• 3 to 5 years of solid experience in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), Safety Data Sheet (SDS) authoring, and chemical product regulations, including REACH and CLP regulations
• Proficient in English, both written and spoken; proficiency in one or more European language is preferred
• Rigorous, committed, and pragmatic, with a genuine interest in regulatory and chemical safety topics
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with diverse internal stakeholders

Why Join DKSH

At DKSH, we help companies grow and enable people to perform at their best. You will be part of an organization that values accountability, collaboration, and long-term partnerships. We offer a dynamic environment where your contributions are visible and where you can build a meaningful career in Regulatory Affairs.

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