Product Advocacy EMEA

Job Highlights / Aufgaben

Monitor and identify upcoming chemicals regulations and defend and promote the PLA portfolio through advocacy in associations as well as with political stakeholders - in accordance with overall Chemicals Policy of LANXESS

• Representation in global associations (BSEF, PINFA, MBA, a.o.)
• Develop, align and implement global product advocacy and product stewardship strategy with the BU PLA in conjunction with corporate advocacy of EU Chemicals Strategy for Sustanability
• Ensure and implement global compliance with overall LANXESS Chemicals Policy
• Drive sustainability (lobbying) of portfolio 

Requirements / Profil

• At least master's degree in either chemistry or environmental studies, or: master's degree in political sciences with strong experience in the chemical industry
• Experience with the regulation and evaluation of chemical substances (REACh and/or others)
• Sound knowledge of the international chemicals management and global (in particular EU) policy trends
• Good interpersonal and communication and presentation skills in demanding environments
• Good knowledge of political decision processes