Product Stewardship Specialist

The OpportunityAvantor is seeking aProduct Stewardship Specialist (f/m/d)to ensure that the organization's products are developed, manufactured, marketed, and distributed in compliance with applicable global chemical, environmental, health, and safety regulations.In this role, you will be a key partner to R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Operations, and Commercial teams, assessing product-related regulatory requirements and proactively managing risks across the product lifecycle.You will maintain accurate product regulatory data, classifications, and documentation, enabling compliant sales and distribution globally.This position is offered as a full-time, permanent contract and can be carried out fully remotely (if you are based outside of Bucharest) or in a hybrid arrangement (two office days / week).How You Will Thrive And Create An ImpactRegulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Assess and interpret global chemical and product regulations to determine applicability and compliance obligations.SAP Product Compliance & Data Management: Ensure accurate chemical classifications, composition data, and regulatory attributes within SAP Product Compliance.Documentation & Labeling: Oversee generation and review of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labels, and compliance declarations.Cross-Functional Collaboration: Provide regulatory and product stewardship guidance to R&D, sourcing, quality, commercial, and operations teams.Monitoring & Continuous Improvement: Track evolving global regulations and assess potential impact on product portfolios.What We Are Looking ForEducation & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, Toxicology, or a related scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred.Several years of experience in product stewardship, regulatory affairs, or chemical compliance, ideally within manufacturing, life sciences, distribution, or specialty chemicals.Hands-on experience with SAP Product Compliance is required (e.g., PC Basic, Dangerous Goods, Safety Data Sheet Management, Marketability, Environmental Compliance, Global Label Management).Technical SkillsStrong understanding of global chemical regulations and product compliance frameworks (e.g., REACH, RoHS, WHMIS, Prop 65, GHS/CLP, TSCA, K-REACH, food contact, etc.).Ability to analyze product composition and regulatory data to determine compliance status.Familiarity with SDS authoring, hazard classification, and chemical labeling requirements.Business fluency in English (C1 level).Soft SkillsInnovation: Curiosity and a continuous-improvement mindset; proactively identify opportunities to enhance product compliance processes, data quality, and system performance (including SAP Product Compliance capabilities).Customer Centricity: Partner effectively with internal and external customers by providing clear, timely compliance guidance and high-quality documentation; anticipate stakeholder needs and ensure product stewardship supports business growth and customer trust.Accountability & Excellence: Take ownership for the accuracy and completeness of product regulatory data, documentation, and system records; reliably meet deadlines and follow through on commitments in a fast-paced environment.Benefits and Commitment to YouFlexible working hours and remote work options (outside Bucharest).Meal vouchers, gift vouchers, and a Benefit Online Platform.Private medical insurance and Employee Assistance Program.Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training and access to LinkedIn Learning.Employee referral reward program.Legal and EEO StatementAvantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.DisclaimerThe above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this classification.They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for this position.Apply TodayWe invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity with Avantor.#J-*****-Ljbffr