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Material Compliance Program Manager

Primary Location Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, Minnesota Job ID R110157 Apply

The Material Compliance Program Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining robust business processes that ensure compliance with national (US, Canada) and state/provincial product material compliance requirements and drive continuous improvement for a 285k item product portfolio.  They will contribute to both the strategic and operational functions of the Legal, Compliance, and Regulatory Department.


Essential Functions

  • Develop, implement, and optimize compliance programs and procedures to ensure alignment with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies across business functions
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor by providing guidance to internal partners on compliance requirements, emerging risks, and best practices
  • Monitor, interpret, and assess regulatory changes to determine business impact and lead the development and execution of response strategies
  • Collaborate cross functionally with business units, legal, audit, risk, and operational teams to ensure accurate documentation, effective controls, and timely remediation of compliance gaps
  • Manage compliance related data and reporting, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and timely submission of required internal and external reports
  • Lead training, communications, and awareness initiatives to build organizational understanding of compliance obligations and promote a culture of compliance
  • Support internal audits, assessments, and investigations, and coordinate corrective actions to strengthen compliance controls and prevent recurrence
  • Use data analytics and compliance metrics to identify trends, evaluate program effectiveness, and recommend continuous improvements
  • May participate in or lead incident reviews and post issue analyses, coordinating with stakeholders to identify root causes and develop long term solutions
  • Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned
  • Develop and implement processes to ensure products meet federal, state/provincial, and international product composition regulations, including TSCA, REACH, and California Proposition 65
  • Serve as the primary advisor on product hazard communication requirements, including oversight of Safety Data Sheet (SDS) creation and coordination with third party SDS vendors
  • Manage and maintain product chemical composition data and facilitate required regulatory reporting such as EPCRA Tier II, TSCA Section 8(a)(7), and PFAS related disclosures


Minimum Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience
  • 5 years relevant experience


Preferred Requirements

  • Master's Degree in a related field
  • Experience with data analytics, SQL querying, and ERP systems (SAP preferred)


Skills and Abilities

  • Strong understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks, industry standards, and risk management principles
  • Knowledge of compliance program design, monitoring, auditing, and reporting practices
  • Familiarity with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) systems and data management practices
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess risks and evaluate controls
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex requirements clearly to diverse audiences
  • Project management skills, including leading cross-functional initiatives and delivering results within deadlines
  • Proficiency in interpreting regulations and translating them into practical business processes
  • Ability to work independently while effectively influencing and partnering across business functions
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, make sound decisions, and exercise professional judgment
  • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands on execution
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity


Preferred Licenses and Certifications

One or more professional credentials, including (but not limited to):

  • Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
  • Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)
  • Certified Professional Product Steward (CPPS)
  • Professional Engineer (PE) Preferred


Physical and Cognitive Demands

  • Communicate/Hearing Frequently
  • Communicate/Talking Frequently
  • Learn New Tasks or Concepts Frequently
  • Make Timely Decisions in the Context of a Workflow Frequently
  • Complete Tasks Independently Constantly
  • Maintain Focus Constantly
  • Remember Processes & Procedures Constantly
  • Stationary Position (Seated) Constantly
  • Vision Constantly

Travel Requirements

  • 5% This position requires minimal travel throughout the US and the potential for limited international travel. For this position, limited on-call is required for serious injury reporting.

Pay Transparency

$85,000-$106,800-$128,000


The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount would be based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills. $85,500.00 - $106,800.00

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