Head of Global Product Compliance (m/f/d)
Location:
Mannheim, BW, DE, 68169
Your responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the global product compliance strategy in alignment with business, technology, and sustainability goals
- Ensure globally harmonized compliance practices while adapting to regional regulatory requirements and customer expectations
- Identify and mitigate compliance risks, ensuring proactive product safety and regulatory adherence
- Plan and execute compliance initiatives and drive continuous improvement
- Prepare and present strategic recommendations to the executive leadership
- Lead and manage a global network of compliance professionals through a matrix organization, balancing functional governance with regional operational accountability and fostering collaboration and effective communication
- Advance the development and delivery of compliance training programs for employees, ensuring a culture of compliance throughout the organization
- Drive change programs related to the digitalization and automation of compliance processes
- Represent FUCHS in global regulatory forums and industry associations, and stay ahead of regulatory changes and trends
Qualifications we are looking for:
- Advanced degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related technical field
- Strong expertise and experience in (global) regulatory and product compliance and its implementation in the chemical, lubricants, or life sciences industry
- Strategic strength and business acumen to balance regulatory integrity with commercial needs, and to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear guidelines and processes
- Experience in a (lateral) leadership role and proven success in leading through influence within a multinational matrix organization, ideally in a global company
- Skilled in data analysis and interpretation to identify trends and potential compliance risks
- Strong strategic foresight and innovation capability
- Excellent operational execution skills with a results‑oriented mindset
- Proven track record of fostering a collaborative environment and building strong relationships across the organization, regulatory forums, and external stakeholders
- Strong communication and persuasive skills across different levels and cultures
- Willingness to travel internationally as required
- Excellent command of English (written and spoken) is required - additional language skills are a plus
These are your benefits:
- FUCHS is a growth-oriented global MDAX Group with the financial strength and long-term orientation of a family business
- Tasks with great responsibility, offering exciting challenges and the chance to advance ideas on a global scale
- Permanent employment contract with an attractive salary package and company profit-sharing scheme
- Flexible working hours, 30 days' holiday per year and the option to work from home two days a week
- FUCHS LearningHub with online learning programs and individual development opportunities
- Modern working environment and numerous company car parks including e-charging stations
- Excellent company canteen with breakfast and lunch options as well as free coffee, tea and water
Do you have any questions? Kathrin Fricke (kathrin.fricke@fuchs.com) will be more than happy to answer them!
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