Objectives of the Position

• Deliver expert regulatory and product stewardship support to BASF group companies, ensuring full compliance with corporate policies, guidelines, and global standards.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders including supply chain, customer service, and technical teams to drive the implementation of compliance policies and BASF minimum requirements.
• Offer expert advice and practical solutions through thorough impact assessment to support sound decisions and effective risk management.
• Continuous improvement through applicable methodologies and digitalization to drive operation excellence.
  
  

Main Areas of Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive hazard assessments using (e.g., GHS, CLP, REACH, equivalent regional/local regulations) standards utilizing product composition, test data, and toxicological/ecotoxicological information.
• Maintain hazard communication documentation: Safety Data Sheets (SDS), labels, hazard classification, ensuring consistency and compliance with relevant classification & labelling regulations
• Apply advanced regulatory expertise across multiple jurisdictions to deliver expert judgments on chemical classification, labelling, and compliance requirements. Drive critical decisions that safeguard product safety and ensure full regulatory adherence.
• Proactively monitor, interpret, and implement regulatory changes with precision. Lead comprehensive impact assessments on products, processes, and business operations.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement compliance strategies, address regulatory requirements, and support advocacy activities.
• Provide regulatory guidance, training, and support to internal stakeholders, ensure awareness and understanding of regulatory obligations, chemical hazards and compliance procedures.
  
  

Job Requirements

• University degree, Master’s degree in scientific area, preferably in Chemistry, or related Science discipline
• At least 3-4 years of relevant experience in Chemical Regulation, Product Regulatory Affairs, or related fields focused on Product Safety and Stewardship activities.
  
  

Technical & Professional Knowledge

• Sound knowledge and experience in Asia Pacific countries regulatory requirements (REACH, GHS/CLP, Global & Regional Chemical Regulations), Toxicology & Ecotoxicology, Chemical Safety & SDS Authoring and Product Safety/Stewardship framework.
• Proficiency in MS Office is preferred and experience in SAP application is an advantage.
• Fluent in written and spoken English and Japanese.
• Experience in technology or digital related skills or tools is an advantage, e.g. Robotic Process Automation, Power BI, etc.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate critical thinking and effective problem-solving skills as necessary
• Details oriented, proactive and able to work independently

About BASF in Malaysia

BASF has been present in Malaysia since 1989, and operates a manufacturing plant in Pasir Gudang, Johor. BASF’s Regional Service Hub in Kuala Lumpur provides functional support services to BASF companies in 20 markets across Asia Pacific. BASF also provides infrastructure and utilities support services to its joint ventures BASF PETRONAS Chemicals and Toray BASF Resins at an integrated Verbund site situated in the Gebeng Industrial Zone, Pahang. BASF posted sales to customers in Malaysia of approximately €340 million in 2024 and had 2,579 employees as of the end of the year. Further information is available on www.basf.com/my