Regulatory Compliance Lead

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most. Job Summary The Regulatory Compliance Lead is responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the sale of the Company's products and services in North America. This role requires technical skill, industry knowledge, regulatory expertise and business acumen. This candidate must be able to identify opportunities and risks across our product lines and be able to work collaboratively with our product management and product development teams to ensure compliance. The position will also be responsible for managing the interpretation and communication of regulations that affect GAF products in the market and working proactively with the Legal Department to assure the best possible outcome of any product-related regulatory actions as well as compliance reporting. This position is based in our Parsippany, NJ corporate headquarters which currently operates on a hybrid in-office schedule. Though employees are welcome to work in our office on Friday, this position must be performed in-office on Monday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely from the employee's home office on Friday. Essential Duties Provide expert regulatory guidance and leadership to the business regarding compliance with applicable laws and regulations relating to product development, product management and safety. Build out GAF’s regulatory compliance program, including internal policies and procedures to meet regulatory standards related to our products. Provide leadership, guidance and advice to legal, product management and product development teams on compliance with product-related regulations. Collaborate with legal and other teams to develop corrective actions and strategies for addressing non-compliance issues. Identify gaps across product lines in anticipation of future compliance requirements and potential markets for our products and ensure that proactive measures are taken to close any gaps. Work with the product management team to assess product and market risks and proactively develop risk management measures for affected product lines. Develop resources, such as regulatory summary documents, tracking sheets and quarterly updates for business partners and/or senior leadership on regulatory requirements, developments and trends. Work with the government affairs team on advocacy efforts to impact proposed and pending regulations, ensuring that GAF is fully engaged in the development of policies and actions that affect the use of our products, services and systems. Utilize understanding of regulatory compliance to develop and deploy educational tools for sales, product management and external customers as necessary. Stay informed about emerging regulatory trends and make recommendations to stakeholders. Provide cross-functional training on product-related regulatory compliance issues as necessary. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s Degree in related field required Minimum 5 years experience in regulatory compliance. Travel: May require occasional travel (approximately 5% as needed). General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated track record of successfully implementing regulatory compliance programs. Strong understanding of regulatory reporting and compliance frameworks and regulations. Knowledge and experience with agencies/authorities (e.g., EPA, DOT, OSHA, NHTSA, FCC, Health Canada, CARB, California OEHHA, SCAQMD, etc.) and applicable laws/regulations (e.g., TSCA, Prop 65, Hazard Communication Standard, WHMIS, PCPA, FIFRA, etc.). Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage various stakeholders. Strong internal partnership skills and experience working cross-functionally to align goals and implement processes. Plain speaking, common sense approach to rendering advice and working with others to meet goals and objectives. Results-driven project management, experience leading and executing effectively and delivering outstanding results. Proven self-starter, results-oriented, high-energy team player with demonstrated leadership skills. Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making. Ability to assume ownership and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to clearly and accurately identify issues, place them in business context and provide actionable recommendations to business leaders. Ability to think strategically and tactically. Demonstrated ability to handle high-pressure situations, including meeting deadlines. Excellent negotiation and influencing skills, and the maturity to take direction from others as necessary. Ability to maintain rapport with peers, subordinates and consultants. Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, as well as adaptable to changing situations. Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Salary Range: $120,000-$165,000 How We Protect What Matters Most: 1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees. GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT. We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit). Privacy Notice Applicant Notice With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world. Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.