Team Lead Chemical Compliance (m/f/d) in Hamburg

You have expert knowledge of European chemicals legislation and would like to lead a committed team both professionally and disciplinarily?

You are confident in navigating regulatory requirements, operational processes, and strategic development?

Then join our team as Team Lead Chemical Compliance (m/f/d) and take on a responsible leadership role with high visibility within the company.

In this key role, you will ensure compliance with chemicals legislation along the entire supply chain, you will have the opportunity to actively help shape compliance processes and digital transformation, and make a significant contribution to preventing legal risks, fines, and reputational damage for our company.

At the same time, you will continuously develop processes, systems, and employees in a steadily growing international context.

TER Chemicals is a global distributor and partner for a wide range of industries - from technical applications to food and cosmetics.

With around 350 employees, annual revenue of approx.

EUR 400 million, more than 100 years of experience, and technical expertise at over 20 locations worldwide, we provide chemicals, ingredients, and materials that make a difference.

Each of our services - from logistics and formulation to warehousing - is part of a larger promise: to be a reliable, flexible partner that adds value at every step.

Your responsibilities

• You are responsible for implementing and ensuring compliance with EU chemicals legislation, particularly REACH and CLP, as well as monitoring and integrating relevant regulatory requirements into operational processes and systems.
• You lead, develop and connect an international team of in-house Chemical Compliance Specialists through knowledge sharing, onboarding, training and the promotion of a collaborative working culture.
• You drive further development of existing ERP systems, master data management and business processes to ensure compliance, data quality and efficiency.
• You identify and implement measures for automation, standardization and digitalization, and contribute to the company-wide data and governance strategy.
• You monitor, document and provide evidence of compliance with legal requirements along the supply chain, represent chemicals legislation requirements within the company and define and further develop the corresponding internal processes.
• You act as a strategic advisor to internal departments on chemicals legislation matters and support projects, system implementations and cross-functional initiatives.
• You exchange actively with associations, expert committees and internal stakeholders, and use data analytics and AI solutions to strengthen compliance and operational excellence.

Your profile

• Successfully completed degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental sciences or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of experience in chemical compliance, product stewardship, regulatory affairs or chemicals management, combined with sound knowledge of EU chemicals legislation, particularly REACH and CLP as well as related regulatory areas.
• Experience in international chemical distribution and complex supply chains would be an advantage.
• A strong ability to interpret legal texts, guidance documents and regulatory requirements in the field of chemicals legislation.
• A strong affinity for ERP systems, master data management, data quality and digital business processes.
• Experience in optimizing and automating processes, ideally in close collaboration with IT, supply chain and sales functions.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills, combined with a genuine passion for developing people. Initial or several years of leadership experience.
• Analytical, structured and solution-oriented way of working, with a high commitment to quality and compliance.
• The ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical processes, system solutions and training concepts.
• Very good English skills, enabling you to communicate effectively in an international business environment.

What we offer

• Our office is centrally located next to Hamburg City Hall - an attractive workplace in the heart of the city.
• Flexible working arrangements, including trust-based working hours and mobile working, are an integral part of our culture.
• We value balance and time to recharge. That is why all employees are entitled to 30 days of vacation.
• As a third-generation family-owned company, we foster an open, respectful and collaborative working atmosphere.
• We support your professional development through both internal and external learning opportunities.
• You will work in an international environment with colleagues, partners and stakeholders across different markets.
• We will be happy to tell you more about our additional benefits, such as a public transport subsidy, during the interview process.
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