Senior Manager, Hazard Communication COE

PPG
  • Monroeville, Pennsylvania
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    We are looking for a strategic and experienced Senior Manager, Global HazardCommunications.This role is critical to ensuring PPG meets all global regulatory, corporate, and customer requirementsforproduct hazard communicationthat are necessarytomanufacture, distribute, and commercialize productsworldwide.

    As a senior leader, you will oversee the developmentand systems for authoringcompliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS), hazard evaluations, andproductwarninglabelsacross our global product portfolio. You will also guide consistency, efficiency, and progress in hazard communication processes to support business growth. This hybrid role will sit in our Monroeville, PA office and will report to theGlobalDirector of Product Stewardship.

    Responsibilities

    Global Strategy & Leadership

    • Develop a global hazard communication strategy aligned with regulatory requirements and PPG goals

    • Be the subject matter expert and trusted advisor to business leaders, regulatory teams, and product stewardship partners

    • Lead and develop a global team

    Regulatory Compliance & SDS Oversight

    • Ensure the creation, accuracy, and maintenance of compliant Safety Data Sheets (SDS) across all regions

    • Oversee hazard classifications and evaluations following GHS and regional regulations

    • Ensureproductlabeling compliance, including hazard warnings and product communication requirements

    Process & Systems Management

    • Manage hazard communication systems and tools to support global compliance and operational efficiency

    • Improve and standardizeworkflows, data integrity, and digital capabilities

    Global Coordination & Governance

    • Monitor and interpret global regulatory changes and ensure implementation

    • Collaborate with Product Stewardship, Regulatory Affairs,S&T, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams

    • Establish global governance frameworks, policies, and procedures

    • Balance regulatory requirements with speed, cost-efficiency, and customer needs

    • Contribute toPPG’sproductivity improvements and growth goals

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs, or related field (advanced degree highly desired)
    • 10+ years of experience in hazard communication, product stewardship, regulatory compliance, or a related field
    • 5+ years of Management experience
    • Mastery of GHS, SDS authoring, global chemical regulations, and hazard classification systems
    • Expertiseleading global teams and influencing across a matrixed organization
    • Experience with compliance systems (e.g., SAP EHS, SDS authoring tools, regulatory databases)
    • Experience in coatings, chemicals, or manufacturing industries
    • Knowledge of regional regulatory frameworks (e.g., OSHA HazCom, REACH, CLP, WHMIS)
    • Experience with process optimization and digital transformation plans

    #LI-Hybrid

    You will perform each essential job responsibility satisfactorily to perform this job. We may make reasonable accommodations to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

    PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.

    How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

    About us:

    PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

    Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

    The PPG Way 2030 

    We are customer champions

    Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

    We act with purpose and speed

    Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

    We are excellent operators

    Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

    We compete to win

    Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

    We are PPG proud

    Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

    At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going tohttps://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

    PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

    If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

    PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

    PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMonroeville, Pennsylvania
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