Job Description

Job Title

Sr. Regulatory Professional Chemical & Hard Goods- Process & Policy

Job #

US18945

Requisition Type

Regular

Function

Legal & Risk

State/Province

Missouri

City

Earth City

Region

US

Posting Start Date

Jun-27-2024

Division Information

Spectrum Brands Pet is a leading global provider of innovative, high-quality pet care products. With a commitment to enhancing the lives of pets and their owners, we offer a comprehensive range of pet supplies, including food, treats, grooming essentials, training aids, enclosures, and accessories. Come be a part of our mission to enrich the lives of pets and bring joy to households worldwide.

The Pet Care business unit of Spectrum Brands is based in St. Louis, Missouri with distribution, manufacturing and sales offices throughout the US and globe. Owners of dogs, cats, birds, small animals, fish and reptiles rely on our brands for exceptional value and trusted results. Our industry-leading brands include Tetra®, Instant Ocean®, Marineland®, 8-in-1®, Dingo®, FURminator®, Nature’s Miracle®, GloFish®, DreamBone®, and SmartBones®.

Job Summary

The Senior Regulatory team member is focused on providing expertise on new product development initiatives, claims and label review within the care, cleanup & hard goods space.

• Utilize familiarity with chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or similar science concepts, practices and procedures.
• Develop expertise and provide support in a variety of areas within Regulatory: regulatory compliance with of EPA (TSCA, FIFRA), FTC, CPSC and other agencies, DOT regulations and Product Safety Labeling requirements, and other federal and state regulations and guidelines.
• Execute regulatory functions and processes to support new and existing product development, claims substantiation and post marketing compliance.
• Work closely with, develop and maintain positive relationships with various team members (departmental and cross-functional).

Join our team at the forefront of the pet care industry and contribute to the development of safe, high-quality products that meet regulatory standards. In Regulatory, you will have an opportunity to grow and develop a broad understanding of regulatory affairs as part of a team of professionals, to help drive regulatory compliance, and ensure our products meet the highest industry standards. If you have a strong science background, a desire to learn, and a passion for the pet industry, we invite you to apply for this challenging and rewarding position.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Interact with Marketing, Manufacturing, R&D/NPD, Sourcing, and other internal customers to compile necessary information/documentation/data to complete assigned tasks and achieve company goals.
• Develop a strong regulatory understanding to provide expertise and advise on claims, regulatory requirements, processes, and activities for the governance of Spectrum Brands products.
• Responsible for a wide variety of Regulatory activities, including:
• Stay abreast of, and research, when necessary, applicable regulations (whether Federal, State or Foreign); interpret and communicate impact to Senior Regulatory Staff; assist in providing appropriate guidance/strategy to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Obtain and/or create necessary documents for reviews, application packages, marketing materials, digital information, and product life cycle activities.
• Interface with appropriate regulatory authorities and/or brokers, agents, and/or consultants to achieve desired outcomes.

• Review and approve compliance documents such as Ingredient Declaration forms, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Technical Data Sheets, and Manufacturer’s Declaration of Formulation (MDF)
• Coordination of execution of Risk Assessments for products and product labeling with cross-functional group

• Evaluate product formulations and provide correct hazards/precautionary language for product labels based on consumer product regulations.
• Evaluation of products for compliance with transportation regulations
• The input and maintenance of data into WERCS and Smarter Sorting applications
• Evaluate products for export compliance.
• Maintain documentation and department files and databases for all completed work.
• Evaluate and provide guidance on site compliance (warehousing/storage/fire)
• Support Regulatory Staff in their work.
• Interact with industry groups and regulatory agencies on common interests.

Education and Experience Profile

• B. S. or B. A. in chemistry, biology, biochemistry, or similar science.
• Exceptions to this education requirement may be made for candidates possessing:
• B. A. in a non-science discipline, coupled with an advanced degree (MA, JD, etc.); or
• B. A. in a non-science discipline, coupled with relevant and material experience in the pesticide or pet products industry, and/or applicable regulatory agencies.
• 2+ years relative experience in a regulated field or technical discipline.

Required Skills

• Familiarity with a variety of common regulatory concepts, practices and procedures.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Skilled at effectively interfacing with employees at multiple levels within the organization.
• Ability to effectively perform in dynamic, cross-functional groups.
• Ability to manage multiple projects successfully.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office systems and applications.
• Knowledge of SAP preferred.

Work Environment

This position will sit in St. Louis, MO office and is a Hybrid role.  Hybrid role offers work from home flexibility on Mondays and Friday. 10% Travel may be expected. 

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job/classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Spectrum Brands is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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