At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. 

About you and this role

We are hiring a Product Stewardship Manager.
You will act as the primary Global Product Stewardship Manager for the Acrylic Adhesives envelope that forms part of the broader Coatings & Performance Monomers business. Your job will require you to oversee the overall product compliance to global chemical regulations and ensure adherence to Dow’s EH&S Product Safety protocols and Responsible Care objectives. You will be expected to be involved in advocacy, industry associations, business guidance, and regulatory opportunity identification, particularly in relation to the areas Global Chemical and Food Contact regulations and Strategic Chemical of Concern & Safer materials strategy. You will act as an interface between internal stakeholders within the business value chain partners to ensure a positive experience to our customers and you will be required to collaborate closely with functional partners (such as, Hazard Communications, Toxicology and Risk Assessment, Marketing and Commercial, Quality, Supply chain and Customer Service) to meet process and functional objectives. You will use conceptual knowledge and experience to complete a range of assignments and tasks, in an independent manor.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the regulatory compliance of the assigned product portfolio globally and coordinates Product Process Design and Improvement projects that require Product Stewardship expertise.
• Identifies and interprets public priority issues impacting products and leads the implementation of an effective issue management strategy that includes engaging Government Affairs/Public Policy leaders as needed for guidance and direction.
• Interfaces with industry associations in opportunities for advocacy and influences business/corporate sustainability goals.
• Designs and delivers regulatory communication and training for key internal and external stakeholders (e.g. customers, regional leadership team), has the ability to lead complex projects cross-functionally and coordinates Business Risk Reviews (BRRs).
• Acts as technical coach for less experienced team members

Qualifications

• MSc in Natural Sciences / Chemistry/Chemical engineering or related field
• Relevant experience – minimum 5-7 years

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge in Global chemical regulations, emerging schemes and requirements.
• Strong communication skills.
• Fluent in English language

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career.  You bring your background, talent and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental and emotional well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals. 
• Become a Dow shareholder through various employee stock programs.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Global Paid Time Off (PTO) policies:
  • Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
  • ​Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
  • Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation. 

Join our team, we can make a difference together. 

About Dow

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 31 countries and employ approximately 35,900 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $45 billion in 2023. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting www.dow.com.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment.  We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com.