As Global Manager Materials & Compliance, you will lead and coordinate operational Materials & Compliance activities globally. You will help ensure efficient regulatory processes, provide compliance support across the organization and respond to customer-specific requirements.
The role also supports the enhancement of material master data management, the maintenance of compliance-related systems and databases, and the monitoring of global regulatory developments. You will collaborate closely with different functions and contribute to regulatory integration activities, R&D projects and strategic initiatives, helping to establish globally harmonized practices.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise the global operational regulatory team and coordinate day-to-day compliance activities
- Manage and continuously improve global processes related to material code creation, portfolio management, material data sheets and compliance documentation
- Maintain and enhance global material databases, systems and digital solutions supporting material data administration
- Monitor global regulatory developments and ensure that new requirements are implemented in a timely manner
- Support customers with regulatory inquiries, compliance requests and specific customer requirements
- Develop and maintain robust processes to ensure the regulatory and contractual compliance of materials and material approvals
- Drive close cross-functional collaboration between R&D, Operations and Sales
- Escalate and manage supplier non-conformities and compliance-related issues
- Support acquisitions, integrations and business transformation projects from a regulatory perspective
- Participate in global networks and industry associations to promote harmonized practices and stay informed about emerging trends
- Provide regulatory and material compliance expertise to R&D projects
- Support the Director Materials & Compliance with operational, strategic and continuous improvement initiatives
Your Profile
- PhD in Chemistry, preferably with a focus on organic or polymer chemistry
- Extensive expertise in polymers and elastomers
- At least five years of relevant industry experience in areas such as materials management, laboratory operations, material approvals and product stewardship
- Strong communication skills in both English and German
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities
- Strategic and solution-oriented thinking
- Strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Proactive, cooperative and confident in taking initiative
- Open-minded, with strong intercultural competence and the ability to work effectively in a global environment
Why Work With Us?
- A modern, engaging work environment with opportunities for growth and continuous learning
- International collaboration and a supportive team culture, including flexible and remote work options
- Participation in impactful SAP projects with exposure to diverse and interesting business processes
- Commitment to innovation, excellence, sustainability, and social responsibility — your work contributes to digital transformation and positive environmental and social impact
- Healthy, diverse culinary options in our company restaurant, plus game, relaxation, and fitness zones
- Excellent transport connections (3-minute walk to S-Bahn/U-Bahn) and an on-site parking garage with 100+ free e-charging stations as part of our mobility concept
Start shaping industry from the inside!
We value diversity and appreciate the unique experience and expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. Our ability to innovate and develop groundbreaking technologies is one of our greatest strengths - and our people make it possible.
Global Manager Materials & Compliance (m/f/d) in Stuttgart Arbeitgeber: Trelleborg Group
Trelleborg ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der dir im Duales Studium Wirtschaftsingenieurwesen am Standort Stuttgart eine moderne Arbeitsumgebung und vielfältige Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten bietet. Du profitierst von flexiblen Arbeitszeiten, einem breiten Angebot an Gesundheits- und Fitnessmöglichkeiten sowie der Chance, internationale Projekte zu erleben und dich in verschiedenen Fachbereichen zu spezialisieren. Unsere offene und inklusive Unternehmenskultur fördert Teamarbeit und Eigeninitiative, sodass du deine Karriere aktiv gestalten kannst.
