Job Description
About Us:
We are a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines.
Our team serves people in more than 160 countries, with a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritionals products. We have seven manufacturing facilities located in Ireland and a third-party manufacturing management operation in Sligo.
This position will work closely with our Abbott Nutrition EMEA region to manage compliance related activities and assessments linked to new regulation or changes to existing regulations. The role will lead multiple associated medium to large-scale projects that support our Regulatory Affairs strategic and compliance objectives.
This is a unique opportunity to join our team and make a real difference in the lives of people around the world.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead regional regulatory intelligence operations, coordinate with Commercial Affiliates to monitor and assess impact to approved and draft regulations/standards, including commodity and horizontal legislation.
* Ensure timely tracking and update of draft regulations/standards in relevant platforms and SharePoint.
* Interact with other Regulatory departments and functions to ensure consistent assessment of impact and reporting.
* Represent relevant region as regulatory subject matter expert for regulation impact to our business. Responsible for identifying and managing critical emerging regulations, and timely communication to senior leadership.
Required Skills and Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (Chemistry, Microbiology, Food Science, Engineering, Business Administration) or equivalent work experience.
- 5-7 years in a regulated nutritional food-manufacturing environment, preferably pediatric or medical nutrition products, in a Regulatory, Quality, R&D, Project Management, Procurement or Operations function and good knowledge of food and nutrition regulations.
- 3-5 years' experience in project roles.
- Critical thinking/problem-solving skills.
- Ability to plan and facilitate meetings.
- Effective Stakeholder Management.
- Preferred skills include: Master's degree, ingredient expertise, process expertise, and formulation expertise in nutritional and infant concepts.
- Well-developed interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills.
- Continuous improvement methods and application (for example: Lean, Six Sigma, Class A, etc.).
- Change management.
- Sound decision-making skills contributing to high levels of competence, confidence and credibility are required.
- Cross-functional/cross-divisional experiences.
Benefits
This role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for career growth and development.
You will also have the chance to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
As a member of our team, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, as well as a comprehensive rewards package.
We are committed to creating a workplace culture that values diversity, inclusion, and respect for all employees.
In return for your hard work and dedication, we offer a generous compensation and benefits package, including a bonus scheme, pension scheme and health insurance.
About Us
We are a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines.
We have a diverse range of healthcare products including diagnostics, medical devices and nutritionals products, and operate in over 160 countries.
This role will allow you to join our team and contribute to our mission to help people live healthier and more fulfilling lives.
If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a new challenge, please apply now.
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