Chanel Raw Materials Safety Manager

Chanel is an independent French luxury house operating across couture, ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories, fragrance and beauty. Renowned for meticulous craftsmanship and a rigorous approach to quality, the brand combines heritage savoir-faire with global distribution and strong commitments to product excellence and sustainability.

1. Define and implement the raw materials safety strategy across sourcing, R&D and manufacturing to ensure product integrity and regulatory compliance.
2. Evaluate safety and regulatory status of incoming raw materials through review of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), toxicological data and supplier dossiers.
3. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of chemical, cosmetics and transport regulations (e.g., REACH, CLP/GHS, cosmetics regulations, IFRA where applicable) and translate requirements into operational actions.
4. Lead supplier qualification and audit programmes focused on material safety, traceability and conformity to specifications.
5. Develop and approve raw material specifications, risk assessments and control plans in collaboration with Quality, Procurement and R&D teams.
6. Manage safety incidents and non-conformances related to raw materials, including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.
7. Deliver training and guidance to internal stakeholders (R&D, sourcing, manufacturing, quality) on material safety requirements and best practices.
8. Represent the company in technical exchanges with suppliers, external laboratories and regulatory authorities when required.

1. Degree in chemistry, toxicology, chemical engineering or equivalent scientific discipline; advanced degree preferred.
2. In-depth knowledge of chemical and cosmetics regulatory frameworks (REACH, CLP/GHS, EU Cosmetics Regulation and IFRA guidance where relevant).
3. Proven ability to conduct toxicological and safety assessments for raw materials and to interpret SDS and technical dossiers.
4. Experience conducting supplier audits and managing supplier qualification processes.
5. Strong cross-functional collaboration and project management skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels.
6. Fluent technical writing skills in English and French are advantageous (if applicable).

1. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) review and dossier assessment
2. REACH
3. CLP / GHS
4. IFRA and EU Cosmetics Regulation (as applicable)
5. Toxicological risk assessment
6. Supplier auditing and qualification
7. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) awareness
8. Risk assessment methodologies (e.g., ISO 31000 principles)
9. Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for reporting and analysis

Typically 5+ years of progressive experience in raw materials safety, regulatory affairs, quality assurance or a related function within cosmetics, fragrance, chemical or consumer goods industries, including hands-on supplier assessments and cross-functional project leadership.

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Toxicology, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science or a related scientific discipline; Master's or equivalent preferred.

Chanel cultivates an environment of exacting standards, discretion and creativity, where craftsmanship and product excellence are central. The workplace emphasizes cross-disciplinary collaboration, long-term supplier relationships and a commitment to sustainability within a global luxury context.