Senior Manager, Hazard Communication COE

PPG Industries, Inc.; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG Industries, Inc is seeking a Senior Manager, Global Hazard Communications to lead the development of compliant Safety Data Sheets and hazard evaluations. You will guide processes to ensure regulatory compliance while fostering business growth.

This hybrid role requires 10+ years of relevant experience and expertise in GHS and global chemical regulations, with a focus on leadership and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in hazard communication and regulatory compliance.
• Mastery of GHS and global chemical regulations.
• Experience leading and influencing teams in a matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop a global hazard communication strategy aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure the creation and maintenance of compliant Safety Data Sheets.
• Manage hazard communication systems and tools for global compliance.

Skills

Hazard communication expertise

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Process optimization skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related field

Advanced degree

Tools

SAP EHS

SDS authoring tools

Regulatory databases

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Manager, Global Hazard Communications. This role is critical to ensuring PPG meets all global regulatory, corporate, and customer requirements for product hazard communication that are necessary to manufacture, distribute, and commercialize products worldwide.

As a senior leader, you will oversee the development and systems for authoring compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS), hazard evaluations, and product warning labels across our global product portfolio. You will also guide consistency, efficiency, and progress in hazard communication processes to support business growth. This hybrid role will sit in our Monroeville, PA office and will report to the Global Director of Product Stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Global Strategy & Leadership: Develop a global hazard communication strategy aligned with regulatory requirements and PPG goals.
• Be the subject matter expert and trusted advisor to business leaders, regulatory teams, and product stewardship partners.
• Lead and develop a global team.
• Regulatory Compliance & SDS Oversight: Ensure the creation, accuracy, and maintenance of compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS) across all regions.
• Oversee hazard classifications and evaluations following GHS and regional regulations.
• Ensure product labeling compliance, including hazard warnings and product communication requirements.
• Process & Systems Management: Manage hazard communication systems and tools to support global compliance and operational efficiency.
• Improve and standardize workflows, data integrity, and digital capabilities.
• Global Coordination & Governance: Monitor and interpret global regulatory changes and ensure implementation.
• Collaborate with Product Stewardship, Regulatory Affairs, S&T, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams.
• Establish global governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Balance regulatory requirements with speed, cost-efficiency, and customer needs.
• Contribute to PPG's productivity improvements and growth goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs, or related field (advanced degree highly desired).
• 10+ years of experience in hazard communication, product stewardship, regulatory compliance, or a related field.
• Mastery of GHS, SDS authoring, global chemical regulations, and hazard classification systems.
• Experience leading global teams and influencing across a matrixed organization.
• Experience with compliance systems (e.g., SAP EHS, SDS authoring tools, regulatory databases).
• Experience in coatings, chemicals, or manufacturing industries.
• Knowledge of regional regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSHA HazCom, REACH, CLP, WHMIS).
• Experience with process optimization and digital transformation plans.