Job Description

This role requires candidates who are currently authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, and C2C arrangements are not accepted.

The International Regulatory Director is responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance across all international markets, including the United States, for a company’s portfolio of products—such as dietary supplements, food items, homecare goods, and skincare lines. This role oversees an international regulatory team and stays ahead of regulatory changes and challenges in each country.

The position is part of the broader Product, Science, and Technology team, with a focus on managing regulatory documentation, interpreting requirements, and supporting international teams in a timely and professional manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Product Development, Marketing, Quality, and Operations to share and interpret relevant regulatory information

• Conduct regulatory pathway assessments for new products in various global markets

• Lead regulatory submissions and manage timelines for product registrations

• Review product labels for compliance and accuracy

• Partner with cross-functional teams on product development and renovations

• Provide regulatory strategies and solutions to support successful product launches

• Assist in preparing substantiation for product claims in the U.S.

• Review marketing materials, digital content, and communications to assess compliance with applicable U.S. regulations (FDA, FTC, NAD)

• Identify and resolve regulatory issues and ensure compliance across regions

• Coordinate with legal counsel on product claims, supplement/nutrition facts, and labeling

• Liaise with international partners on claims and labeling requirements

• Train and mentor regulatory staff to develop knowledge and skills

Competencies for Success

• Strong knowledge of DSHEA, FDA 21 CFR regulations, FTC and NAD guidelines

• Experience with international regulatory frameworks, especially in Europe and Africa

• Ability to identify regulatory risks and communicate proactively with leadership

• Analytical and systematic problem-solving skills

• Creative and solution-focused mindset

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Transparent and collaborative communicator

• Highly detail-oriented and organized

• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment

• Patient, approachable, and team-oriented

• Able to perform under pressure and committed to ongoing learning

Measures of Success

• Consistently meets project deadlines and deliverables

• Positive feedback from internal teams and external partners

• Strong working relationships across departments and with global stakeholders

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field

• Minimum 5 years of experience in an international regulatory role

• Regulatory Affairs Certification (RAC) is a plus

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 20 pounds

• Frequent use of computers and telephones

• Requires close, distance, peripheral vision and depth perception

• Moderate noise environment

• Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities

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