Principal Product Compliance Scientist

Principal Product Compliance Scientist

Prilly, Switzerland

Principal Product Compliance Specialist

RESPONSABILITIES

• Create and align regulatory strategies with business goals. Identify regulatory pathways and prepare strategies for submissions to authorities.

• Conduct regulatory intelligence by remaining up to date with the latest and relevant regulatory trends, changes, and updates. Continuously monitor regulatory modifications, assess their impact on the organization and products, and revise internal standards accordingly.

• Set company-wide standards and best practices, ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation, provide regulatory guidance, and support global implementation through training of local internal stakeholders.

• Organize data using Power BI reporting and other tools, monitor and analyze conformity rates and trends with data and performance indicators, share findings, and evaluate impacts on SICPA's business and products. Run risk management strategies to address potential compliance issues and ensure that the company’s products are safe and effective for customers and end-users.

• Author and validate Safety Data Sheets, proofread the content, and provide troubleshooting.

• Engage with stakeholders to implement technical enhancements, including the compliance engine and SAP. Perform impact assessments, run and oversee user acceptance testing, and execute mass updates.

• Collaborate closely within cross-functional teams on value chain resilience projects, coordinate with the purchasing department and raw material suppliers to ensure compliance and continuity, and work alongside the sales department to secure market access and customer success. Additionally, support efficient and effective communication throughout these processes.

• Work closely with R&D teams to develop innovative products, including polymers and organic/inorganic markers, to ensure regulatory compliance for future generations of security features used in banknotes or product markers.

PROFILE

• A degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field.

• 5-8 years of experience in a position related to regulatory affairs, product safety or product development in the chemical industry.

• Fluency in English, French minimum B2 level.

• Extensive knowledge and experience in regulatory affairs, particularly with EU (REACH and CLP) and Swiss (OChim) regulations.

• Possessing strong analytical and problem-solving skills to analyse complex regulatory information, interpret regulatory guidelines and make informed decisions

• Strong data management skills, including experience with Power BI and other reporting tools.

• Proficiency in using Compliance Engines (e.g., Sphera CE) and their integration with SAP EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety)

• Strong ability to take ownership and responsibility for actions.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with authorities and cross-functional teams, train internal teams, and ensure clear communication of regulatory rules and changes.

• High level of attention to detail is required to ensure accuracy in regulatory documentation

• Ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt to changes in regulatory frameworks and business needs.

JOIN US!

• Our success comes from our highly skilled and talented employees

• Respectful entrepreneurship and long-term vision are key for success

• Our people contribute to a more secure world

• Diversity at all levels of an organisation is a strength

We offer an exciting and challenging role, with great potential for personal development within a unique organization in a fascinating and fast-growing industry. Your file will be handled with upmost confidentiality and discretion.