Senior Manager of Quality, Regulatory, and Legal

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Naterra International, Inc. is a high-growth US sales and marketing  company of beauty, baby care, and personal care products. We are committed to manufacturing personal care products of the highest quality that promote better living. Our brands include Tree Hut (treehutshea.com) and Baby Magic (babymagic.com).  Naterra’s brands are distributed in over 30 countries.

The Sr. Manager of Quality, Regulatory and Legal will spearhead all regulatory compliance and safety reviews for the brand’s products while maintaining compliance across the existing product portfolio. This role is critical in ensuring that all our beauty products meet local, national, and international regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the beauty industry's regulatory landscape, including MOCRA, international registration, and a strong background in quality assurance and control. They will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including outside legal, product development, supply chain and brand marketing, to ensure that all products are safe, effective, and fully compliant in all markets.

Please note that the person in this role will be required to work in-office at our Ft. Worth, TX/Alliance location. Remote or hybrid work options are not available for this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Regulatory Compliance & Leadership: Lead the development and maintenance of the domestic and international regulatory and quality strategy, ensuring compliance with domestic and international standards for new and existing product portfolios.

• New Product Development: Spearhead regulatory compliance and safety reviews for all new product launches, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and brand-specific requirements.  Identify and recommend critical safety and efficacy tests to substantiate product claims and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Existing Product Portfolio: Oversee and maintain regulatory compliance for the existing product portfolio, ensuring adherence to brand blacklists, retailer requirements, and international distribution standards.

• Certification Management: Manage the process of obtaining and renewing product certifications (e.g., organic, cruelty-free, vegan) while ensuring global compliance

• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive regulatory documentation, including raw material data, clinical testing results, and compliance reports, ensuring records are ready for audits

• Project Management: Manage regulatory timelines, participate in project meetings, and provide updates to leadership to ensure timely completion of regulatory requirements

• Supplier & Manufacturer Collaboration: Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure regulatory and quality standards are met for raw materials, finished goods, and packaging

• Quality Assurance Collaboration: Partner with PD & Packaging to address quality assurance challenges, implement solutions, and ensure compliance with packaging, labeling, and marketing claims standards

• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate regulatory risks associated with new product development and ongoing production, ensuring continuous compliance

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Integrate regulatory considerations into product development and marketing strategies through close collaboration with Product Development, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Operation teams

• Global Compliance Monitoring: Monitor global regulatory changes and proactively advise on potential impacts to the product portfolio, ensuring compliance.

• Packaging & Label Compliance: Review, approve, and submit label copy for packaging to ensure global compliance. This process encompasses evaluating translations, artwork, and product marketing claims for accuracy and adherence to international regulations. Coordinate with regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals, ensuring all packaging elements meet legal requirements across diverse markets.

• Budget Oversight: Oversee regulatory and international registration budgets

EXPERIENCED REQUIRED

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 5-7 years of regulatory affairs experience, particularly in cosmetics, skincare, or personal care products
• Minimum of 3 years management experience in Quality Assurance/Quality Control environment
• In-depth knowledge of global cosmetic regulations, including FDA, EU Cosmetic Regulation, and international labeling and packaging compliance
• Proven experience in managing regulatory submissions and obtaining product certifications (e.g., organic, cruelty-free, vegan)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex regulatory information to different audiences
• Highly detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of balancing regulatory requirements with the brand’s growth strategy
• Collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills, able to work effectively across departments and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and familiar with regulatory databases and software

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary plus bonus structure
• Annual bonus program of up to 35% based on company metrics
• Career pathing and development
• Medical / Dental / Vision / Life
• Matching 401k up to 4%
• Travel opportunities