Project Manager Regulatory Compliance

Sean Skakandy Jupiter, FL

Collierville, TN

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PROFILE

Detail-oriented chemist with over

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compliance and material

chemistry. Proven track record in

developing and executing

innovative processes and product

development initiatives.

Adaptable and transformational

team player dedicated to fostering

collaboration and driving results.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Organic Chemistry

Process Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry

Material Chemistry

Catalysis

Problem Solving

Corrective Actions Plans

Communications

Project Management

Budgeting

Client & Vendor Relationships

Business Development

Team Management

Training & Development

Contract Negotiation

Analytical Techniques

Microsoft Office

R&D

QC Testing Methods

Sourcing

Sustainability and Traceability

Material Mapping

Isotopic Analysis

DNA Identification (via

Genotype/Phenotype)

EDUCATION

Florida Atlantic University

B.S. Biochemistry

Minor, Organic Chemistry

University of North Florida

B.A. Management & Finance

WORK EXPERIENCE

ABB (1/2022- Present)

Material Compliance Lead, Electrification Business-ELIP USLATAM Division ABB International leads in electrification and automation, delivering innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and sustainability globally.

• Lead compliance strategy by product line, ensuring adherence to regulations and legal requirements across markets in collaboration with Product Management, Legal, Engineering/R&D, and Supply Chain Management.

• Oversee end-to-end compliance processes for actively managed regulations, including REACH, RoHS, Conflict Minerals, TSCA, and Proposition 65, ensuring timely and accurate submissions of compliance information to customer inquiries.

• Supply Chain Management organization for non-compliant suppliers, developing processes for addressing non-compliant parts in collaboration with Product Management and R&D.

• Provide subject matter expertise on new material regulations to Product Management, R&D, and Sales teams, assessing impacts on existing products and New Product Developments (NPDs).

• Cultivate strong working relationships with key stakeholders across divisions, keeping them informed on Product Material Compliance and monitoring progress against compliance metrics.

• Act as the primary interface for Product Material Compliance with Business Area/Group, developing compliance strategies and processes in conjunction with the Business Area Product Materials Compliance Program Manager.

• Collaborate with regional Product Material Compliance Managers to align on business direction and compliance initiatives. BBC International 7/2017 – 1/2022

Chemical Compliance, & Material Chemist (3/2020 – 1/2022) Chemical Compliance Specialist (7/2017 – 3/2020)

A leading full-service footwear company specializing in Design, Sourcing and Technology with Global Distribution.

• Develop and execute regulatory testing requirements for all products produced and manufactured by BBC International.

• Ensure product safety in accordance with the CPSC, Federal, State, and international regulatory requirement laws. (REACH, RoHS, Conflict Minerals, TSCA, and Proposition 65).

• Reporting and presenting directly to C-level executives on the operations of factories, testing, sourcing, and laboratory budgets.

• Created testing risk assessments to ensure factors of compliance per material incorporated, are applicable to usage, age groups, and destination (domestic or international).

• Collaborate with creative teams to ensure the utilization of sustainable and traceable materials in all designs ensuring sustainable supply chain management (Product Management, R&D).

• created an antimicrobial outsole material.

• Remain current on all compliance topics including relevant legal requirements such as chemical restrictions, labeling, and authority reporting.

• Collaborate with laboratories on methodologies and techniques to ensure quality testing practices are met with inhouse testing practices.

• Coordinate and host quarterly compliance seminars for internal teams and departments.

• Identify weak points and potential risks throughout product development and provide recommendations on how to solve or eliminate risk.

• Built and fostered relationships with government agencies and overseas labs to remain current on evolving legislations and industry standards.

• Ensured operational testing timelines (TAT) were met on time and on budget to meet production calendar shipment dates.

Key Accomplishments

• Produced and executed testing protocols and programs for all venders of BBC International LLC.

• Inventor and patent holder of a one-of-a-kind technologically advanced outsole material.

• In the wake of COVID-19 created an antimicrobial outsole material.

• Developed in house testing techniques and laboratory processes saving the company over $100,000 per year in testing cost.

• Successfully developed and manage the companies testing budget.

• Minimized testing costs through brand audits and budget analysis. Palm Beach State College 2014 – 2017

Adjunct Professor

Laboratory Manager

Palm Beach State College is nationally recognized as an innovative academic leader advancing student success through its unparalleled commitment to excellence, engagement, and dynamic partnerships.

• Instruct college level students on scientific theories and organic chemistry techniques.

• Implemented organic synthetic pathways and reactions to utilize price sensitive chemical purchases.

• Developed discipline related curriculum and laboratory safety standards.

• Hosted chemical seminars and symposiums on advanced concepts and relatable current information occurring in the scientific community.

• Maintained college and department standards in support of the colleges mission and strategic plan.

• Controlled allocated budget for the department’s laboratory by semester.

• Collaborated with book publishers to update curriculum on a 2-year basis. Key Accomplishments

• Created the college’s science safety materials and videos for all 3 campuses to implement and conduct laboratory safety.

• Organized and hosted chemical seminars that drew hundreds of students, faculty, and Palm Beach county government employees.

JP Morgan 2013 - 2014

Personal Banker

JP Morgan serves nearly half of America’s households with a broad range of financial services, including personal banking, credit cards, mortgages, auto financing, investment advice, small business loans and payment processing.

• Provided strong customer service, offering advice, and sharing products and services to help clients meet their financial needs.

• Making clients feel appreciated through being a trusted advisor and advocate.

• Assisted clients with their questions or issues.

• Showing initiative and proactively preventing problems for clients.

• Partnered with the banking specialists to connect customers to experts who can help them with specialized financial needs.

• Opened new accounts and assisting with transactions as needed.

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