Marine Regulatory Affairs Manager

Yamaha has an excellent opportunity for a Marine Regulatory Affairs Manager to join our Marine team in Kennesaw, GA.  The Marine Regulatory Affairs Manager will be responsible to negotiate with U.S. agencies on future emission and related regulations on behalf of the company in conjunction with Marine industry stakeholders. Coordinate activities with U.S. and industry trade and related organizations.  Build relationships to facilitate smooth information flow inside the technical community, thereby improving the efficiency of the product development process. 

What you'll be doing:

• Interact directly with regulators and lawmakers when appropriate and with the guidance of Yamaha’s management and when possible, in coordination with NMMA.
• Develop strong relationships with the National Marine Manufacturers Association and influence its efforts and actions as the industry moves toward future emission and related regulations for marine outboards.
• Become the primary Yamaha representative for industry organizations that set standards for boats and marine equipment, such as the American Boat and Yacht Council
• Develop strong relationships with organizations that set standards and make recommendations for future regulation, such as ICOMIA, the International Council of Marine Industry Associations and IMEC, the International Marine Engine Committee, and SAE, the Society of Automotive Engineers.
• Communicate to assure complete understanding of regulatory trends and activities across U.S. operations, product development community and with appropriate stakeholders.
• Interact with and advise product development teams in U.S. and other countries.
• Coordinate regulatory activities with those of the larger external affairs team, including communication, government relations and sustainability.
• Work with the sustainability manager and team to co-manage sustainability initiatives that intersect regulation.  

What you need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, technical or engineering discipline
• Previous experience with automotive emission or marine emission compliance.
• Keen understanding of electric as well as internal combustion powerplants.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Effective leadership skills to influence and guide internal and external stakeholders.
• Affinity for outdoor activities, particularly boating and recreational fishing.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and underrepresented minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Yamaha, we understand that talent comes in various forms, as such we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.  If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!  

What’s in it for you: 

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing 
• Fertility Benefits 
• 37.5-hour workweek 
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• Life and AD&D Insurance 
• Wellness Program 
• Short-Term Disability Coverage (for hourly roles) 
• Long-Term Disability 
• Student Debt Repayment Benefits 
• Ability to borrow Yamaha product 

Reports to: Department Director

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees

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