Sr. Manager, Regulatory

Newell Brands•Huntersville, NC

About The Position

Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day. The Regulatory Senior Manager is responsible for leading global regulatory compliance and product safety initiatives for the Kitchen business (Home Appliances & Food) initially, with flexibility to cover other categories as needed. This role provides strategic direction, manages complex regulatory projects, and drives continuous improvement in compliance processes. The Senior Manager will lead and develop a team of regulatory professionals, collaborate cross-functionally, and serve as a key decision-maker for regulatory matters, reporting to the Regulatory Director.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Science (Chemical, Material, Electrical preferred)
5+ years of leadership experience in regulatory or compliance roles or related technical work
10+ years of experience in assuring product compliance with global regulatory requirements or related technical work
Proven ability to lead teams in a matrixed, global organization
Experience with global food contact regulations, electrical products, Agency listing, CA Proposition 65, children’s products, EU REACH, and other relevant standards
Strong decision-making, project management, and interpersonal skills
Experience with consumer products, product development, and manufacturing
Ability to proactively identify and resolve complex regulatory and safety issues
Superior communication skills—verbal and written
Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel & PowerPoint)
Demonstrated knowledge of problem-solving techniques and regulatory strategies

Responsibilities

Lead the Kitchen regulatory team initially, providing mentorship, technical direction, and career development support to direct reports globally. Category assignment may change as needed
Oversee and coordinate regulatory compliance for new product development, legacy products, and market expansion initiatives
Serve as the primary decision-maker for complex regulatory issues, escalating to the Regulatory Director as needed
Develop and implement regulatory strategies and systems to ensure compliance and drive efficiencies
Promote Artificial Intelligence and discover and deploy new use cases
Ensure Product Quality and Regulatory Risk Assessments are updated with Regulatory risks; develop mitigation plans for identified risks
Ensure that qualification requirements to support New Product Development are clearly communicated to the team
Ensure that guidance documents and templates shared with other functions are maintained and promoted
Ensure product labeling, packaging, and instruction booklets comply with applicable standards and regulations and facilitate safe use of our products
Monitor and interpret changes in regulatory requirements; initiate and lead actions to maintain compliance for active products
Manage relationships with third-party test laboratories and regulatory agencies globally
Lead investigations and problem-solving for safety or compliance issues, ensuring timely resolution and communication
Represent the company in industry association committees and regulatory forums
Promote a culture of being proactive, seeking improvement, and consistent records management
Develop and deliver training to regulatory and cross-functional teams on compliance topics
Assist in developing and managing budgets related to regulatory activities; monitor and report costs
Provide expert advice to colleagues across segments and support strategic business initiatives.
Ensure accurate and accessible records of compliance and testing are maintained
Drive harmonization of regulatory processes across business units and regions