Sr. Analyst, Sustainable Chemistry

About the Role

Responsible for administering key chemical compliance & sustainable chemistry initiatives and ensuring those initiatives are aligned with relevant domestic and international chemical regulations. Duties include overseeing Gap Inc.’s Restricted Substances List (RSL) program; monitoring the regulatory landscape for emerging trends and new regulations; developing technical resources or guidelines for internal business partners and/or suppliers; and contributing to product- and supply-chain focused projects aimed at advancing responsible chemicals management in the apparel & footwear value chain.

This role sits within the Global Sustainability team and is part of the Environment & Product Sustainability group. The role will require cross-functional collaboration, primarily with Product Safety & Regulatory, Legal, and Sourcing teams, and others as deemed necessary. Chemistry knowledge is required; knowledge of the chemical regulatory landscape and experience with textile chemistry and sustainability is preferred.

What You'll Do

• Maintain the Gap Inc. Restricted Substances List (RSL) & related policies and manage administration of the Gap Inc. RSL Testing Program. Critical responsibilities include:
  • Provide oversight of Gap Inc. RSL Testing.
  • Review RSL test reports; provide technical assessments & escalate issues when needed.
  • Review & evaluate vendor corrective action plans (CAPs).
  • Maintain testing datasets and periodically share insights with internal stakeholders.
• Identify key business risks and opportunities related to chemistry and chemicals management, including by monitoring regulatory developments in the space; and work cross-functionally to adapt Gap Inc.’s chemicals strategy in alignment with Gap Inc. and brand priorities.
• Represent Gap Inc. in AFIRM Group and other relevant industry initiatives as needed.
• Support Brand sustainability and innovation goals related to chemicals & chemical processes.
  • Research and help frame sustainable chemistry recommendations & strategies.
• Support Supply Chain teams by providing subject matter expertise related to chemicals used in production and industry best-practices.

Who You Are

Skills:

• Superior analytical skills and fluency with spreadsheets
• High attention to detail, organization, and follow-through
• Self-motivated and able to communicate at all levels
• Good at problem solving, strategic thinking, and planning
• High degree of work ethic and integrity
• High level proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

Education & Experience:

• Degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, environmental science, or comparable field
• Laboratory testing experience desirable
• Familiarity with the chemical regulatory space desirable
• Experience in chemicals management and/or compliance for apparel, footwear, consumer products, manufacturing, or retail industry desirable
• Familiarity with Restricted Substances Lists (RSLs) a plus