Regulatory/Compliance and Product Stewardship Specialist

Are you a chemistry professional with a strong regulatory & compliance background looking to make a tangible impact in a fast-growing and innovative Swiss material science company?

We’re looking for a Regulatory/Compliance and Product Stewardship Specialist to join our team and manage product stewardship of our textile auxiliaries for the woven, non-woven and knits industries and support new developments in the plastics and leather sectors to ensure global compliance with prevailing norms. This is a part-time (40–60%) on-site role based in Pfäffikon, SZ.

Tasks

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) in compliance with GHS and REACH standards
• Identify chemical components affected by upcoming regulatory bans and restrictions
• Support Innovation and R&D teams in risk assessments and compliance for hazardous substances
• Guide supply chain and operations teams in shipping hazardous materials across global jurisdictions
• Stay ahead of and ensure compliance with key global regulations: REACH, BPR, Prop 65, TSCA, POP, etc
• Provide support for certification processes (e.g., Bluesign, ZDHC, GOTS, AFIRM) in collaboration with our contract manufacturers in Switzerland and India
• Develop product stewardship documentation in line with these certifications and global quality control standards, e.g. ISO 9001
• Liaise with stakeholders to resolve shipping bottlenecks and jurisdictional compliance challenges in Asia, EU, and the Americas

Requirements

What You Bring:

• Master’s degree in Chemistry
• Solid hands-on experience in chemical regulatory compliance
• Experience with materials compliance and familiarity with the textile & non woven industries is a plus
• Exposure to quality management standards like ISO 9001
• Strong understanding of hazardous goods shipping and related legal frameworks
• Familiarity with global certification processes in textile-related industries
• Fluent in English, with a good command of German
• Proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and clear communication skills
• We welcome only serious applicants with a passion for safety and sustainability in chemistry

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and impact are more than just words — they define our way of working
• Work cross-functionally with R&D, product safety, and supply chain teams across different geographies and cultural backgrounds
• Enjoy the opportunity to grow within a company that values people, purpose, and performance
• Competitive compensation package and high growth potential in a fast-growing Swiss material science company at the forefront of sustainable solutions

Start Date: As soon as possible or upon agreement

If you're eager to work on impactful innovations and grow alongside experienced leadership — we’d love to hear from you!