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Director, International Government Affair | The Clorox Company | Oakland, CA

When you touch the lives of millions of people around the world, nothing but the best will do. That's why The Clorox Company and our subsidiaries look for people committed to work together toward common goals, while taking personal ownership for their decisions and actions. People who believe in maintaining the highest standards of business and professional conduct. People who share our values of strong competitiveness, measuring results and "doing the right thing." If you want to make your mark in millions of homes and do it where you can feel proud about it, apply now for this opportunity at Clorox.

Position Summary:
Responsible for leading the business in establishing appropriate public policy positions and strategies on an international level, and coordinating the company's efforts to appropriately affect laws and rulemaking and market access issues. As such, the position monitors legislative and regulatory developments and evaluates emerging public policy trends that impact the company, its facilities, products and services. The position must maintain effective working relationships to effectuate positive business outcomes. This includes building and maintaining a network of external contacts within the U.S. and governments of select countries; with international business and professional organizations that represent the consumer products sector; with in-country Clorox managers; and others multi-national business stakeholders. Responsible for developing and implementing plans for successfully achieving specific government affairs results which advance business objectives.

Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience performing government affairs work with a strong understanding of public policy processes at the international level with an emphasis on Asia and/or Latin America
  • A solid understanding of the international cultural, philosophical and operating differences in select countries
  • Ability to develop effective internal and external relationships
  • Strong communication and decision-making skills
  • Strong negotiation and persuasion skills
  • Ability to solve practical problems and carry out responsibilities with little supervision
  • Broad knowledge of international business practices, trade and commercial policies
  • Able to travel on short notice
  • Some supervision desirable
  • Bachelor's Degree in government relations, international relations, economics, public affairs or related.
  • May also require MBA or other certification

Visit http://www.clorox.com/careers and follow the links. You'll find out about our benefits and opportunities for advancement and learning, as well as our commitment to the communities where we live and work. Then be sure to apply. The Clorox Company and its subsidiaries is an EEO/Affirmative Action employer.

If you are unable to fill out the online application due to a disability, please call our main # and ask for an HR rep to assist you with completing application.

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http://clorox.contacthr.com/21827403





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