Regulatory Affairs Associate

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

Responsible for technical support and product testing in the US with the objective to support sales and operations in growing the business. Primary focus on laboratory testing and regulatory compliance.

JOB FUNCTIONS 

• Provide technical support to sales teams and account managers internally and/or during interactions with clients.
• Support responses to tenders and/or projects from a technical perspective
• Lead and support retailer programs for products within the business unit
• Support tracking of open and incoming order for local C&H laboratory
• Prepare or support the preparation of test plans, test protocols and / or SOPs according to regulatory and/or client requirements
• Train and prepare reports in the area of desktop reviews (ingredient and product label reviews in accordance with applicable US / Canada laws and regulations)
• Lead and support the execution of sensory and consumer panel testing plans
• Stay up to date on applicable and upcoming federal and state laws, hazardous materials regulations, and other applicable US / Canada laws and regulations applicable to cosmetics, personal care and household products
• Create/Review/Send test reports as required
• Additional responsibilities as assigned by supervisor

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor’s degree within a scientific discipline such as chemistry, microbiology, etc Required
• Knowledge / experience of the cosmetics, personal care and/or household care sector Required
• Minimum 1-3 years of relevant experience Required
• Knowledge / experience in cosmetics, personal care or household care related testing services (microbiology, chemical, etc.) desirable Preferred
• Regulatory knowledge / experience desirable Preferred
• Knowledge or understanding of sensory testing Preferred

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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