The Product Safety Manager is responsible for evaluating and communicating the health, environmental, and transport hazards of Lonza products throughout their lifecycle. This role ensures compliance with global and regional regulatory requirements by performing hazard classifications, authoring Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), managing product safety data within SAP EHS/S4HANA, and supporting business stakeholders on marketability and compliance matters. The position monitors evolving regulations, drives implementation of regulatory requirements, and serves as a key Product Safety subject matter expert for internal and external partners, with a particular focus on North American regulatory compliance.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.

• A variety of benefits dependent on role and location.

• The full list of our global benefits can be found here: https://www.lonza.com/careers/benefits

What you will do:

• Perform hazard classifications in accordance with global chemical and transport regulations (GHS, Dangerous Goods regulations, and local requirements) to ensure compliant market entry of products.

• Author, maintain, and manage Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and labeling content for customers and internal stakeholders.

• Document hazard assessments and regulatory information within SAP EHS/S4HANA systems.

• Analyze and evaluate regulatory requirements and communicate their impact on product marketability and compliance.

• Monitor, interpret, and implement regulatory changes affecting Product Safety processes, documentation, and tools.

• Ensure timely provision of mandatory regulatory documentation, including SDSs, label information, Dangerous Goods classifications, and marketability reports.

• Develop and implement strategies and documentation required to meet local and regional chemical control regulations, with a focus on North America.

• Support cross-functional stakeholders by utilizing SAP EHS/S4HANA modules related to Product Safety, Labeling, Logistics, and Trade Compliance.

• Respond to internal and external inquiries regarding product regulatory status and compliance requirements.

• Deliver regulatory training and guidance to business partners on product safety, marketability, and compliance topics.

• Support new product introductions and supplier engagement activities from a Product Safety perspective.

• Maintain and improve documented procedures and processes related to Product Safety operations.

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Product Safety and regulatory compliance initiatives and projects.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.

• Master’s degree or higher is preferred.

Experience

• 5–10 years of experience within the biopharmaceutical and/or chemical industry.

• 5–10 years of hands-on experience with SAP EHS/S4HANA.

• Experience in product hazard classification, Safety Data Sheet authoring, labeling, and regulatory compliance.

• Exposure to North American chemical regulations and Dangerous Goods requirements is highly desirable. (OSHA regulations)

Skills

• Strong knowledge of chemical regulations, GHS, and Dangerous Goods transport regulations (IATA, ADR, DOT, and regional requirements).

• Proficiency in SAP EHS/S4HANA and Microsoft Excel; experience with regulatory authority-mandated software is an advantage.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project planning skills.

• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.

• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within global cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to learn and develop through hands-on experience.

• Business fluency in English.

Preferred Certifications

• Dangerous Goods regulations certification for transport and storage issued by IATA and/or regional authorities.

Behaviors

• Takes ownership and accountability for delivering results and driving positive change.

• Makes informed and timely decisions using business and regulatory knowledge.

• Shares knowledge openly and collaborates effectively across teams and functions.

• Focuses on understanding customer and market needs.

• Supports colleagues in overcoming challenges and achieving team objectives.

• Demonstrates a proactive, continuous improvement mindset.
  
  

  About Lonza

  At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

  Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

  Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.