Materials Compliance Analyst

About the role

As the Materials Compliance Specialist for Quanex’s North American operations, you will support the ongoing maintenance of the proprietary Assent Compliance platform for materials declarations. The role ensures Quanex meets product and ethical sourcing requirements in its sustainability strategy and complies with regulations such as REACH, RoHS, Conflict Minerals, Prop 65, TSCA, and PFAS. You will work closely with suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders, using Assent tools to validate regulatory compliance, drive continual improvement in the supply chain, and support sustainability initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional materials compliance efforts to ensure adherence to global regulatory requirements and sustainability objectives.
• Own supplier compliance data management, including documentation collection, validation, and maintenance within the Assent platform.
• Enhance compliance performance through issue resolution, process improvement, reporting, metrics development, and stakeholder training.
• Ensure compliance data is accurate, complete, and up‑to‑date within the Assent platform.
• Collect, validate, and maintain required supplier documentation.
• Identify and address supplier compliance gaps through effective communication and follow‑up.
• Complete compliance assessments and audits accurately, identifying risks and implementing corrective actions.
• Produce reports, metrics, and scorecards that give stakeholders clear visibility into compliance progress and gaps.
• Provide training and support to internal teams on materials compliance requirements and Assent tools.
• Identify and prioritize products and materials that exceed regulatory requirements for further review.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and cross‑functional teams.
• Continuously improve the efficiency and reliability of compliance processes.
• Demonstrate strong organization, attention to detail, communication, problem‑solving, and project‑management skills.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree (e.g., engineering, environmental science, materials science, materials engineering, sustainability or related field) preferred.
• Experience in data management, supplier or materials database roles—ideally within building products, manufacturing, construction, or a comparable commercial organization.
• Familiarity with supplier compliance tools, databases, or regulatory compliance software such as Assent Compliance (training will be provided).
• Knowledge of compliance standards/regulations (e.g., REACH, RoHS, Conflict Minerals, Prop 65, TSCA, PFAS) and relevant state requirements (e.g., MN, ME, NM) is desirable.

Skills

• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical and data‑management abilities with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective project‑management capabilities, able to own multiple deliverables and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proven ability to build and manage relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical information to diverse audiences.
• Self‑starter attitude, well‑organized, able to prioritize tasks, bring fresh thinking, and solve problems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k) match with 2‑year vesting period
• Bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time off & holidays
• Various work schedules
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness/fitness resources
• Training & development opportunities
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Dynamic culture & people

Pay

The salary range for this position is $60,000 – $74,000 with the potential to earn an annual bonus.

Schedule

Various work schedules are available.