Sr Regulatory Specialist, support for HPC and H&B/Health business segments, LATAM

Job Description In the Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) team we have an opening for a Sr Regulatory Specialist for the LATAM region to drive regulatory activities for our Home & Personal Care (HPC) and H&B/Health business segments.  The Global Regulatory Affairs organization employs more than 300 highly specialized and committed colleagues worldwide and has a footprint in more than 20 countries. Our work environment is truly international, and we offer a dynamic working culture focused on partnership, cross-organizational collaboration, and individual development opportunities. The role reports to the global HPC Regulatory Affairs Leader and will preferably be located in Tamboré, Barueri, Brazil.  RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The Sr Regulatory Specialist is responsible for providing hands-on regulatory support for the development and maintenance of our HPC and H&B/Health business segments within the region. This role includes involvement in the relevant HPC H&B/Health product, and HPC substance, registrations and direct agency interaction within the region. This role will provide regulatory support to regional customers directly and can be engaged in regional industry associations as appropriate.  Specific Responsibilities include: Support to existing product portfolio in their relevant HPC and H&B/Health applications for new market/applications and introduction of existing products into additional countries/jurisdictions within the region.  Active involvement with new projects and new product developments and supporting dossier work on an as needed basis.  Proper involvement in relevant risk evaluation and management processes. Involvement with local competent authorities and trade associations on an as needed basis.  Support of regional, and as needed global, regulatory issues to the different internal stakeholders (e.g. commercial teams, quality, operations, …) as well as external stakeholders (e.g., customers).  Interfaces with internal business functions to support business plans, development opportunities and R&D objectives.  Involvement with customer regulatory filings as needed in alignment with IFF policies Develop, submit and support regional dossiers as needed. Provide regional regulatory input during cross functional business projects. Support regulatory customer requests  EXTERNAL FOCUS: Can be expected to spend 10% of the time traveling to support regional business-customer interactions, trade associations or interacting with government officials. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of the regional regulatory landscape for HPC products and their use; knowledge of global regulatory landscape is an added advantage Knowledge of the regional regulatory landscape for Botanicals and their uses is an added advantage. Knowledge of the regional regulatory landscape for Probiotics and their uses is an added advantage. Global and/or regional experience in interaction with regulatory agencies and track record in product clearance/registrations and regulatory advocacy MSc or BSc degree in Regulatory Science, Biology, Toxicology, or Chemistry or similar fields + 5 years Regulatory Affairs work experience Demonstrate analytical, conceptual and strategic thinking as well as excellent communication skills across a global team Strong interpersonal skills  Very good organization, and project management competencies Strong influencer and collaborator with interdisciplinary teams Please submit your resume in English - we can only consider applications submitted in this language. IFF is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer It’s an exciting time to be part of the IFF family. We are a global leader in taste, scent and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.