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Assistant Manager, Regional Product Safety & Stewardship

BASF has been operating in Malaysia for more than 30 years, through a number of wholly-owned companies and joint ventures in the country. BASF (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd was incorporated in 1989, and operates main office in Bandar Utama and a manufacturing plant in Pasir Gudang in Johor, as well as an operational site in Kulim, Kedah.

Objectives of the Position

This position will drive all the activities relating to the regional product safety and stewardship in Asia Pacific region engaging with R&D, production, sales, marketing, product managers and country experts.

Main Areas of Responsibilities and Key Activities

• Regulatory Compliance: The coordinator is responsible for ensuring that all chemical substances are registered in accordance with national and international regulations mainly in Asia. This involves staying updated with the latest regulations and amendments.
• Data Management: The coordinator manages and maintains databases that contain information on substances, including their chemical properties, safety data sheets (SDS), and registration documents. This includes data entry, verification, and ensuring data accuracy.
• Documentation Preparation: The coordinator prepares and submits registration dossiers to regulatory bodies, which includes compiling necessary scientific data, risk assessments, and safety information. The role often liaises with internal scientists and external consultants to gather and verify this data.
• Communication and Liaison: A key part of their role involves communication with various stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, internal departments (such as R&D), and external partners. The role may represent the organization in discussions with regulatory authorities and industry groups.
• Training and Support: The coordinator may provide training and support to staff on compliance matters, helping other departments understand the implications of regulations on their work.
• Monitoring Changes: The role is tasked with monitoring changes in legislation that may affect the substances used by the organization, advising on necessary actions to maintain compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or equivalent
• 7 years or more of relevant working experience in chemical regulations and/or Product Safety & Stewardship.
• Strong knowledge of chemical regulations and compliance processes.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills to manage multiple projects and liaise with various stakeholders effectively.
• Proficiency in data management and familiarity with relevant software tools.
• Analytical skills to assess risks and understand complex scientific data.

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Our broad portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. Through research and innovation, we support our customers in nearly every industry in meeting the current and future needs of society.