Title:  Alcohol Regulatory Manager

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Primary Purpose:

The Alcohol Regulatory Manager leads Univar Solutions’ alcohol compliance program within the US EHSQ function. This role ensures the long-term marketability of alcohol products by evaluating and communicating regulatory requirements and risks in alignment with Federal (TTB) and state regulations, while upholding corporate principles. The mission is to maintain compliance, deliver quality customer support, and enhance Univar Solutions’ competitiveness. This position collaborates cross-functionally with Commercial, Field Operations, Regional Regulatory Managers, Tax, Finance, and Master Data teams to support initiatives that improve safety, quality, and compliance.

What you'll do:

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Federal and State alcohol regulations relevant to customers and field operations.
• Conduct routine site gap assessments and ensure long-term corrective actions; provide training to new field operations staff.
• Identify compliance gaps and lead the development of efficient work processes across departments.
• Own the performance and outcomes of the alcohol compliance program.
• Respond to internal and external inquiries related to formulas, product returns, tax payments/refunds, permits, labeling, imports/exports, and inventory.
• Submit accurate bimonthly tax reports and monthly production reports to TTB and applicable state agencies.
• Track and file Tax Paid return claims within the required six-month window.
• Proactively communicate regulatory impacts to Commercial and Supply Chain teams.
• Provide leadership across EHSQ and external functions to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Lead alcohol compliance integration planning for mergers and acquisitions.
• Facilitate communication between RRMs and internal departments (Operations, Finance, Tax, Global Regulatory Affairs, IT, Master Data, Commercial, Customer Service).

What you'll need:

• Experience in regulatory compliance, preferably in chemical, pharmaceutical, or related industries.
• Strong interpersonal and coaching skills across all organizational levels.
• High-level decision-making ability balancing customer, company, and regulatory needs.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage a diverse workload.
• Deep understanding of federal and state alcohol regulations.
• Familiarity with company order fulfillment policies and procedures.
• Skilled in negotiating compliance matters with regulatory agencies.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative, solution-oriented, committed to improvement.
• Extensive experience with SAP
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science or related field, or equivalent experience.

Where you'll work:

• 3 Waterway Square Pl #1000, The Woodlands, TX 77380
• Hybrid position

Pay and benefits:

• The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location
• Available employee benefits include health, vision, dental coverage, along with industry-leading retirement and time off programs

What you can expect:

• Strong work/life flexibility
• To be surrounded by an inclusive team who is collaborative and committed to the achievement of the company
• To be rewarded for your contributions with a targeted annual company bonus (if applicable to your role) and annual salary reviews 
• Competitive pay and benefits

Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients essential to the safety, health, and wellbeing of our daily lives from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more.  Our team of more than 9,500 employees support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet.

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefits offering to support our employees’ physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.

Univar Solutions supports sustainable solutions for the world around us so that we can do our part to help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe! 

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.  Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges the unique experiences, perspectives and expertise of individuals and provides the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry. 

Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification.

Univar Solutions does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms (collectively Recruiting Firms). Recruiting Firms must enter into a Master Services Agreement (MSA) with Univar Solutions prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. All searches must be initiated by Univar Solutions' Talent Acquisition team and candidates must be submitted via Applicant Tracking System (ATS) by approved vendors who have been expressly requested to make a submission for a specific job opening. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless the aforementioned conditions have been met. Contacting our hiring managers directly is prohibited.

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