Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Team Leader to join our dynamic Product Stewardship function.

In this pivotal role, you'll lead a skilled team of SDS authors, driving regulatory excellence and ensuring compliance across the EMEA region. As a key member of the leadership team, you'll report directly to the Product Stewardship Manager and play a crucial part in shaping our regulatory strategy and processes.

This role is based at either our Middlesbrough or Widnes site - both offering a collaborative environment where innovation, integrity, and growth are at the heart of what we do.

Role at a Glance

SDS Team Leader EMEA
Middlesbrough or Widnes - Hybrid - 3 days per week in office
Competitive Market Salary
Plus Excellent Company Benefits Including Pension Scheme, Annual Bonus Scheme, Discounted Private Health, 33 days holiday
Full time, Permanent

Company: Global Distributor of Chemicals & Ingredients Used in Everyday Products
Culture: Work with real purpose. Grow how you want to. Be who you are

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of 6 SDS authors covering the EMEA region.
• Collaborate with Product Stewardship experts to ensure compliance across the organization.
• Own the team competency matrix, driving regular training and audits.
• Ensure timely, complete handling of all SDS requests through robust processes.
• Monitor regulatory changes (SDS & CLP), assess business impact, and align cross-functional teams.
• Serve as key contact for SDS software—overseeing updates, bug fixes, and feature requests.
• Oversee Poison Centre Notification dossiers submitted to the ECHA portal.
• Manage exposure scenarios and coordinate ESDS where needed.
• Adhere to safety notices and all Quality procedures.
• Support health, safety, training, legislative, and environmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Dynamic team leader with strong communication skills and 2+ years experience in chemical regulations (e.g., SDS authoring, Product Stewardship, or Environmental, Health and Safety); SDS authoring experience preferred.
• Strong numeracy and statistical skills; proficient in Microsoft Office.
• SAP and UL Wercs experience is a plus.
• Calm under pressure, adaptable, and able to prioritize in a fast-changing environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Customer-focused with a drive to exceed SLAs and deliver outstanding service.

About Us

With revenues in excess of $9 billion, Univar Solutions is one of the largest chemical & specialty product distribution businesses in the world. Our portfolio spans almost every industry - from food ingredients and automotive to pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and manufacturing industries.

We deliver industry-leading products, services, and technical support to help our customers find the right solution to their challenges.

Our Values

• Serious about safety
• We do what we say
• Where people matter
• Valuable to others
• Together we win

Sounds like a good fit?

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