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Lead global regulatory strategy for a fast-growing health supplement business (Wellbeing Collective). Responsible for developing and directing the global regulatory strategy, objectives, policies, and programs related to the development and marketing of health supplements (VMS/ Dietary Supplement/ Food Supplement) to create, grow and protect the business.
Job Responsibility:
Build a unified, scalable regulatory capability across a diverse portfolio of acquired businesses and international organization
Develop and Champion Strategy: Define and execute the comprehensive, long-term regulatory strategy for Wellbeing portfolio globally, ensuring alignment with commercial goals
Drive Innovation Pipeline: Serve as the regulatory lead in the global innovation process, providing scientific and regulatory input for new product development, and market entry, including claims support
Opportunity Identification: Proactively monitor regulatory trends and intelligence to identify new product opportunities and potential risks, presenting actionable recommendations to the Wellbeing Collective Operating Companies and International Teams
Set Standards: Set standards and decision-making frameworks for global compliant labeling, claims, and marketing communications. Develop SOPs, define performance metrics, and guide teams on regulatory best practices
International Expansion: Direct and manage regulatory procedures worldwide, including dossier preparation, label development and claims support, and global marketing applications. Provide oversight for preparation and delivery of materials for regulatory agency meetings and inspections
Provides a vision and leadership for Policy and Regulation to assure that appropriate Wellbeing representation in external advocacy activities and industry forums is achieved
Participates in due diligence and provides regulatory advice and perspective on all potential licensing and M&A deals
Brand Portfolio Accountability: Act as the regulatory portfolio owner, ensuring timely and compliant maintenance of the Wellbeing Portfolio
Quality & Process Excellence: Ensure all activities adhere to Wellbeing Quality Management System standards, while actively seeking opportunities to streamline and improve regulatory processes
Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as the definitive Regulatory voice in core internal committees, acting as a strategic partner to R&D, Supply Chain, Quality Commercial, and Operations teams
Problem Solving: Lead the analysis of complex regulatory challenges, providing clear, solution-oriented recommendations and securing necessary endorsements from Wellbeing Operating Companies and Unilever Regulatory Leadership
Global Network Coordination: Build and manage effective interactions with Country Regulatory teams, providing consistent advice, leveraging synergies and ensuring timely communication to manage workload and local compliance
Regulatory Intelligence: Monitor external regulatory intelligence, sharing critical insights and alerts with relevant internal stakeholders
Regulatory Advocacy: Assist in the development and execution of advocacy campaigns, including drafting policy materials, coordinating lobbying activities, and supporting participation in industry coalitions and public forums to support Wellbeing interests and leading position
Lead Digital Regulatory Strategy development and implementation for Wellbeing. Oversee and monitor adherence to global regulatory systems (e.g., Veeva) for the Wellbeing Portfolio
Lead & Mentor: Hires, develops and manages a high-quality regulatory team
Leads by example, an integrated leader that helps expedite program development & product approvals, while adhering to all regulatory requirements. Provide expert guidance and mentor junior talent to build future capability
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Science (e.g., Pharmacy/Pharm D, Biology, Chemistry) or a higher degree (Ph.D.)
A specialized degree in Regulatory Affairs is highly desirable
Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in Regulatory Affairs within the Consumer Healthcare or Nutraceutical industry
Demonstrated success in developing and executing regulatory strategies for health products across multiple global regions and different product categories
Proven experience in a global lead regulatory role with a comprehensive understanding of regional regulatory requirements and dynamics across multiple regions (U.S., EU, and/or other international markets)
Strong knowledge of global regulatory requirements and submission formats
Proven experience managing complex regulatory deliverables across product lifecycle stages
Significant experience in interactions with FDA, EMA, and other global regulatory agencies
Deep understanding of the product development process for ingestible health products
Strong sense of urgency and ability to react decisively to regulatory alerts, product challenges, and sustainability trends
Proven leadership ability to mentor and guide junior associates
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset for working in a global, matrixed environment
What we offer:
health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)