Global Toxicology Strategy Director

The Sherwin-Williams Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 200,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sherwin-Williams Company is seeking a Toxicology Director to lead global toxicology strategy, support chemical registration and hazard communication, and drive regulatory readiness across the enterprise.

You will manage a small team of toxicologists and ecotoxicologists, align cross-functional work, allocate resources, and provide strategic leadership to enable product stewardship, sustainability, and compliance with evolving regulatory demands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in toxicology, product safety or regulatory affairs
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and global projects
• Board-certified toxicologist preferred; strong scientific leadership
• Experience with coatings, chemicals or materials industries
• Excellent communication and liaison with executives

Responsibilities

• Lead global toxicology strategy, including registration support
• Direct toxicology and ecotoxicology studies and vendor management
• Provide regulatory interpretations and SDS classification guidance
• Collaborate with Product Stewardship, Sustainability, and R&D leaders
• Mentor and develop the toxicology team; manage succession planning

Skills

Leadership

Toxicology

Regulatory affairs

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in toxicology or related field

Ph.D. in toxicology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Sherwin-Williams Company is seeking a Toxicology Director to lead global toxicology strategy, support chemical registration and hazard communication, and drive regulatory readiness across the enterprise.

You will manage a small team of toxicologists and ecotoxicologists, align cross-functional work, allocate resources, and provide strategic leadership to enable product stewardship, sustainability, and compliance with evolving regulatory demands.