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Holland Sharpe Inc.

Director of Safety / EHS

Joliet, IL · On-site

$75K - $95K/yr

Hazmat Transportation Safety (FMCSA / PHMSA) The candidate must have direct experience managing ... Hazmat driver training and regulatory compliance Chemical Industry Environmental Compliance ...

Campbell's

Director, Quality Assurance

Provide chemical safety review and approval for ingredients and food contact materials through ... Influences senior leaders and cross-functional teams without always having direct authority ...

Campbell Soup Company

Director, Quality Assurance

As a leader within Campbell's Corporate Food Safety & Quality organization, the Director, Chemical Safety, Toxicology and Analytical Chemistry is responsible for providing enterprise leadership ...

Campbell Soup Company

... Director, Chemical Safety, Toxicology and Analytical Chemistry is responsible for providing ... Provide chemical safety review and approval for ingredients and food contact materials through ...

MFG Chemical

Chemical Operator

Dalton, GA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

Chemical plants are the soul behind industry in today's world and the chemicals they manufacture ... operations with direct supervision. If you are looking for an opportunity to work at a great ...

FutureFuel Chemical Company

Chemical Operator

Batesville, AR · On-site

$18.75 - $21.50/hr

... · Self-directed to complete tasks without direct supervision · Strong attention to detail Skill/Education/Experience Criteria (Cont'd) · Must be knowledgeable of FutureFuel Chemical Company ...

Spectra Tech, Inc.

Chemical Engineer

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

Chemical engineering project support includes participation in designs ranging from scope ... BA/BS Degree plus 10-14 years of direct experience required, or an MA or MS with 10-13 years of ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for director chemical in the United States is $108,327.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $62,000.00 and $131,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director Chemical oversees chemical processes, research, and production within an organization, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. They lead teams of chemists and engineers to develop and improve chemical products and manufacturing processes. This role also involves strategic planning, budget management, and collaboration with other departments to align chemical operations with business goals.

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To thrive as a Director Chemical, you need extensive knowledge of chemical engineering principles, regulatory compliance, and operational leadership, typically supported by an advanced degree in chemistry or chemical engineering. Proficiency with industry-specific systems like process control software, laboratory information management systems (LIMS), and relevant safety or environmental certifications is crucial. Strategic thinking, strong interpersonal skills, and effective team management abilities set outstanding candidates apart. These skills ensure safe, efficient production, regulatory adherence, and the successful leadership of multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic chemical industry environment.

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Executive Director - Chemical Markets Price Reporting

Houston, TX • On-site

Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
Video and Audio Streaming Services • 5 - 10K employees
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Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

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Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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Job description

Job Description:
About the Role:
As Executive Director - Chemical Markets Price Reporting, you will lead Dow Jones Energy's global chemicals price reporting business. You will oversee the editorial teams responsible for the assessment and publication of benchmark prices, assessments and market-moving news across global petrochemical and chemical markets from our PCW brand.
You ensure the integrity, quality, transparency, and market relevance of chemical price assessments while maintaining the highest ethical and methodological standards. You will lead a global team of price reporters and editors responsible for market coverage across key chemical value chains - including aromatics, olefins, plastics, polymers, syngas, methanol, feedstocks, and emerging chemical markets.
You will drive editorial excellence, benchmark innovation, and market engagement, while ensuring compliance with legal requirements and industry standards. You will partner closely with Product, Standards & Compliance, Risk, and other Editorial leaders to ensure Dow Jones Energy's chemicals assessments remain trusted, transparent, and indispensable to global commodity markets.
You will report to the SVP - Markets & Price Reporting.
About the Team:
Dow Jones Energy delivers trusted price transparency, benchmarks, analytics, news, and insights across the global energy, chemicals, metals, and fuel supply value chains. Our offerings support institutional investors, analysts, and traders navigating spot, wholesale, and retail markets, as well as emerging segments tied to the global energy transition.
Through authoritative data, real-time intelligence, and deep market expertise, Dow Jones Energy enables financial professionals to mitigate risk and make high-stakes commercial decisions in volatile, fast-evolving global markets.
You Will:
  • Lead and develop a global team of chemicals price reporters, editors, and market specialists, fostering a culture of editorial excellence, accountability, and collaboration
  • Ensure all chemical market assessments are developed, maintained, and published in accordance with the highest standards of price assessment integrity, market transparency, governance, and ethical conduct consistent with Dow Jones' and The Wall Street Journal's values
  • Lead methodology development, periodic methodology reviews, market consultations, and stakeholder engagement processes to ensure pricing methodologies remain robust, representative, and responsive to evolving market dynamics
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with producers, consumers, traders, brokers, exchanges, trade associations, and other market participants to strengthen market engagement, data integrity, and confidence in Dow Jones Energy's petrochemical and chemical markets assessments
  • Partner with Standards & Compliance, Legal, and Risk teams to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable benchmark regulations, internal controls, audit requirements, and governance frameworks
  • Partner with Product to execute the strategic roadmap for global chemicals market coverage, including identifying opportunities for new benchmarks, market expansion, and portfolio optimization
  • Monitor benchmark performance, market adoption, customer feedback, and competitive developments - recommending changes to methodologies, coverage, and editorial priorities as appropriate
  • Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing editorial talent, ensuring appropriate succession planning, capability development, and organizational resilience across the chemicals price reporting organization
  • Act as a senior spokesperson and subject matter expert for chemicals markets, representing Dow Jones Energy at industry conferences, customer engagements, webinars, and regulatory forums

You Have:
  • 15+ years' experience in commodity price reporting, market intelligence, or related information services organization
  • Deep knowledge of global chemicals and petrochemical markets, including physical market structures, trading practices, supply chains, and pricing mechanisms
  • Significant leadership experience managing geographically dispersed editorial, price reporting, or market analysis teams
  • Demonstrated experience developing, managing, or launching benchmark price assessments, methodologies, or market intelligence products
  • Strong understanding of IOSCO Principles for Oil Price Reporting Agencies and familiarity with benchmark regulation, governance, assurance, and audit requirements
  • Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to cultivate relationships with senior leaders and external market participants
  • A university degree -OR- relevant professional experience

Our Benefits
  • Comprehensive Healthcare Plans
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Plans
  • Comprehensive Insurance Plans
  • Lifestyle programs & Wellness Resources
  • Education Benefits
  • Family Care Benefits & Caregiving Support
  • Commuter Transit Program
  • Subscription Discounts
  • Employee Referral Program

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/Vets
Reasonable Accommodation
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Business Area:
Dow Jones - Energy
Job Category:
Data Analytics/Warehousing & Business Intelligence
Union Status:
Non-Union role
Base Pay Range: $185,000 - $230,000
We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.
For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.
For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.

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