Analyst I R&D Regulatory Affairs
Job Summary:
Under general direction and guidance, supports, coordinates and/or performs activities that ensures compliance with local, state, federal and international regulations associated with manufacturing, distributing and marketing cosmetic, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs and nutritional supplements. Responsible for independently delivering raw material and formula reviews, product positioning briefs, label reviews and product registration in foreign markets as required. Has a deepening understanding of regulatory requirements, regulatory agencies, enforcement posture and Mary Kay policies. Communicates effectively with peers, management, and consulting partners. Communicates effectively with colleagues in international markets.
About the Role:
Responsibilities:
1. Begins to apply standard practices and techniques to conduct raw material and formula reviews, conducts label reviews and prepares regulatory product registration submissions for cosmetic, OTC and nutritional supplement products. May rely on supervisor or more experienced colleagues for technical judgment. Reports project status to supervisor. Proactively seeks consultation with supervisor on non-standard or new technical issues. Expected to make recommendations to resolve problems of low to moderate difficulty in their direct project work.
2. Executes routine tasks/responsibilities using defined processes. Begins to navigate ambiguity. Works under direction of supervisor to influence project decisions. Interfaces and collaborates with appropriate R&D teams to support global compliance assessment and reporting. Captures and maintains information on internal MK databases & systems.
3. Participate in new product development team meetings, and other projects to support overall department/R&D goals, to help provide timely and appropriate regulatory guidance and recommendations to appropriate departments to ensure products are successfully launched on desired on sale dates. Facilitates information related to product governance, regulations, and compliance activities, including leveraging company business systems.
4. Works under general direction on moderately complex projects/initiatives, such as assessing product labeling. Participates in appropriate Trade Association subcommittees, begins to assess new/revised regulations and conveys the information and impact to Mary Kay to supervisor.
5. This job requires on-site work at a Mary Kay facility.
Skills & Experience:
Education: Bachelor/University Degree
Education Focus: Chemistry, Nutrition, Food Science, Biology
Experience: 1+ years
Field of Experience: Regulatory Affairs experience with a consumer goods company or other applicable experience
Additional Skills & Abilities:
1. Must have working proficiency in technical writing and communication, including oral presentations and reports. Communicates effectively with peers and management.
2. Must be able to manage multiple projects with general guidance from supervisor.
3. Must have a deepening understanding of global cosmetic and nutritional regulations: US, Canada, EU, AP
4. Must have ability to apply standard scientific principles and make sound scientific judgments within scope of role.
5. Understands and maintains confidentiality, highly ethical
Company Overview
Looking for a career where you can make a difference?
At Mary Kay we are committed to enriching the lives of women and their families around the world, we offer careers with unlimited opportunities to do something beautiful every day. More than 5,000 employees work in locations around the world. They provide the products, marketing and other support to millions of Independent Beauty Consultants (IBCs) who work as independent contractors, selling our products directly to consumers in nearly 40 markets on five continents.
We are a company that believes in our people and cares for them with truly exceptional benefits. We offer:
• A comprehensive health plan which includes medical, dental, and vision with low premiums
• 401(k) plan
• A generous profit-sharing program
• Free access to on-site fitness center and on-site clinic
