At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we're passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.  

Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We're a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you're looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you're in the right place. 

Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting 

Serves as the subject matter expert for the Environmental Health and Safety leveraged service group for Environmental and Permit matters. Supports the site and departments in ensuring compliance with legislation along with the coordination and management of Government Agency visits. Evaluates cost-effective environmental improvement initiatives and projects.

Responsibilities / Duties

• Supports Global Regulatory Services Team in leading the implementation of new external regulatory requirements.
• Leads implementation team projects for new requirements including developing and delivering training, implementation tools, and assisting plants with implementation.
• Provides rule interpretation and development of interpretation documentation and develop advocacy positions for Dow.
• Develops general understanding of key plant processes and businesses within assigned regions or hubs, and understands impact of new regulations on those processes or businesses.
• Participates in integrated EHS Audits.
• Participates on internal project teams focused on client satisfaction and overall work process enhancements.
• Ensure the regulatory compliance to the Dow products in Japan with Japanese chemical regulations*1, industrial standards*2
  • *1 CSCL (Chemical Substance Control Law), ISHL (Industrial Safety and Health Law), FSL (Fire Service Law), PRTR (Pollutant Release and Transfer Register Law), PDSL (Poisonous and Deleterious Substance Control Law), FDSL (FooD Sanitation Law), PMDL (Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Law), etc.
  • *2 JIS (Japan Industrial Standard) Z 725n (n=2,3), etc.
• Manage and conduct appropriate training on regulatory compliance to internal stakeholders like the business product stewardship, sales in local, etc.
• Work with external organizations like the industrial associations (JCIA, JCII, JCEIA, etc.), METI, MHLW, MoE, etc. for Dow and chemical industries successes
• Lead improvement projects
• Manage data quality and governance that assists JP regulatory compliance

Skill required, preferred

• 5+ yrs Experience in JP regulatory affair, product safety area (preferred)
• Ability to provide interpretation of complex rules/regulations and ensures appropriate documentation.
• Chemistry background (required) in university and/or Corporate R&D division
  • Organic chemistry background (preferred), because JP substance controls under the regulations are based on chemical, substance names
• Good understanding of Japanese regulations and JIS
• Solid system interface skillset
• SAP EHS, MS365, PC (Product Compliance) module Experience (preferred)
• Possess strong communication, teamwork, facilitation, and leadership skills
• Ability to balance business requirements, operational optimization and regulatory compliance
• Ability to solve complex problems with a cross functional team, interact with people from different cultural backgrounds globally, across Dow businesses and functions
• Ability to lead improvement projects, compliance initiatives and manage regulatory risk across the organization
• Courage to challenge the status quo to drive continuous improvement.
• Language
  • Japanese: Native
  • English: Intermediate to Proficient

Benefits – What Dow offers you 

We invest in you. 
 

Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.  

Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee: 

• Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives. 
• Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you you need it. 
• Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.
  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location).
• Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only).
  • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees' Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match.
• Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations.
• Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building. 
• Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs. 
• Competitive yearly vacation allowance.
• Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).  
• Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.  
• Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group's (ERG) participation. 
• Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey.
• On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location).
• Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more.
• Additionally, some of our locations might offer:
  • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location)
  • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location)
  • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location)

Join our team, we can make a difference together.

About Dow
Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world's leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting 

As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on