NA Regulatory Manager

Buckman; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckman in Memphis, TN is seeking a Regulatory Manager to lead NA regulatory compliance across the US, Canada, and support for Mexico. You will own the SDS authoring tool and coordinate with global Regulatory to ensure product safety and environmental compliance.

The role emphasizes building robust compliance calendars, training teams, and guiding regulatory submissions while fostering continuous improvement and accountability across the regulatory function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field is required.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in regulatory leadership.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Deep knowledge of EPA TSCA/FIFRA regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a Safe, environmentally compliant workplace.
• Proactively ensure compliance with EPA, PMRA, FDA, OSHA and other bodies.
• Meet regulatory reporting needs and coordinate with sales/customers.
• Own and steward the SDS authoring tool (Intelligence Authoring).
• Develop and coach the Regulatory team and pursue KPIs.
• Drive process improvements, including raw material approvals.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Intelligence Authoring

Job description

Regulatory Manager

Buckman – Memphis, TN

Location: Memphis, TN

Language: English

Travel: up to 5%

Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in Memphis, TN, USA, committed to safeguarding the environment, maintaining safety in the workplace, and promoting sustainable development. Buckman delivers exceptional service and innovative solutions to our customers globally in the pulp and paper, leather, and water treatment sectors to help boost productivity, reduce risk, improve product quality, and provide a measurable return on investment.

Position Summary

The North America Regulatory Manager is responsible for ensuring that Buckman’s operations and products comply with local, national, and international laws and regulations. Their work ensures that the company avoids legal penalties, protects human health and the environment, and can legally market its products. This position covers the US, Canada, and supports Mexico, in collaboration with the international Regulatory department.

In addition to compliance, this leader also owns the SDS authoring tool (Intelligence Authoring), responds to industry and customer requests, and facilitates key decisions in new products and raw materials.

Key Outcomes/Responsibilities

Outcome: Maintain a Safe, Environmentally Compliant Workplace

• Demonstrate and promote Buckman’s safety and environmental values through personal actions and leadership.
• Proactively address and resolve safety, health, and environmental (S/H/E) concerns.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and participate in required training, inspections, and audits. Hold self and team accountable for adhering to process safety requirements and risk mitigation efforts.

Outcome: Proactively maintain compliance to all legal and regulatory bodies, including but not limited to EPA, PMRA, FDA, and OSHA.

• Develop and maintain a compliance calendar of all key regulatory dates, report monthly to senior leadership to ensure all dates are met. Execute the requirements outlined.
• Develop and document internal policies and SOPs that align with current regulations.
• Provide regular compliance training to employees, especially those in regulated functions.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability, including focal and site visits.

Outcome: Ensure Customer Regulatory and/or product reporting needs are met, which may include direct or indirect contact with the sales organization and the customer

• Gather regulatory and reporting expectations during the key contract and/or diligence phases
• Maintain a centralized repository of customer-specific compliance needs (e.g., SDSs, product certifications, declarations) and ensure standard channels (e.g. mailbox, recurring meeting) are maintained
• Assign ownership for regulatory customer support across the team
• Maintain Accurate and Accessible Documentation - SDSs, Production Composition, etc.

Outcome: Own and steward the SDS authoring tool (Intelligence Authoring)

• In collaboration with IT, ensure software licenses and support exist for long term use of the tool
• Complete training and/or refresher training so that at least 2 members of the organization can use the tool at all times
• Ensure associates are properly trained on new procedures or updates

Outcome: Manage and develop Regulatory team

• Assess Current Team Structure and Capabilities
• Provide coaching and mentoring to team members
• Develop and Implement a Training Plan for each team member
• Improve Team Tools and Resources aligned with achieving long term KPIs

Outcome: Capture process and business improvement, with particular focus on raw material approval

• Actively participate in Procurement TO and/or WIN room
• Maintain NPIP/NRIP action items to ensure continued progression of material approval (or rejection)
• Ensure opportunities are prioritized based on value, time to value, and resourcing

Basic Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in STEM forward
• Job Experience: 10+ years
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
• Detailed knowledge and experience leading program within EPA jurisdiction particularly within TSCA and FIFRA

Competencies

• Ensures Accountability - Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
• Manages Conflict - Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise
• Self-Development - Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
• Persuades - Using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others

We appreciate the interest of recruitment partners, but we are not engaging external agencies for this role.

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