Manager, Regulatory Affairs - Risk Management

Your Dreams, Our Future.

Join the dynamic and diverse team at Shiseido Americas, a subsidiary of the world-renowned Shiseido Company Limited. Be a part of a portfolio of prestige beauty brands which includes Clé de Peau Beauté, Drunk Elephant, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, NARS, SHISEIDO and several prestige fragrance brands including Issey Miyake, Narciso Rodriguez and Tory Burch. At Shiseido Americas we value and celebrate human diversity, with a rich tapestry of employees from all backgrounds and experiences.

Headquartered in New York City with US offices and facilities located in New Jersey, Ohio, Texas and Florida, Shiseido Americas employs over 2,000 individuals in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Shiseido Americas is a hub of talent and innovation. Be inspired by the array of skills, knowledge, and integrity of your colleagues, and join our driving force as Shiseido continues its pursuit of beauty innovations for a better world.

At Shiseido Americas, we focus on our people. We strive to foster a collaborative workplace culture where creative thinking, inclusivity and unique diverse perspectives are celebrated in order to drive success for both our employees and the company as a whole. By prioritizing our team and promoting an open-minded environment, we push the boundaries of what's possible and bring new ideas to life.

JOB SUMMARY

The Manager, Regulatory Risk Management, is responsible for overseeing and managing regulatory risk within the organization. This role is responsible for conducting thorough regulatory analyses and developing a strong understanding of applicable regulations to support informed business decisions. The position contributes to the communication of regulatory insights, assessments, and recommendations to business stakeholders in a clear and practical manner. The role supports the implementation of compliance strategies and processes to help ensure adherence to relevant regulations, identify and mitigate potential risks, and address evolving regulatory requirements. Working closely with cross functional teams, this position helps drive consistent, reliable, and business-focused regulatory outcomes while supporting optimization of operational performance.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• You will handle regulatory risk management strategies to ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and guidelines. Monitor and interpret regulatory changes and technical risks in the US, Canada, Brazil and other Latin American countries which may affect Shiseido businesses, including but not limited to Federal/State/Local level legislation for cosmetic products, ingredients/fragrances (chemical substances), packages, and tools.
• You will conduct risk assessments on the gathered information to identify potential regulatory issues and develop strategies to mitigate these risks. Advise senior leadership on risks, opportunities, and compliance strategies.
• You will provide thought leadership and expertise to ensure robust product development.

• Under the guidance of the Regulatory Director and VP, you will connect with the execution department to ensure implementation within regulatory deadlines and take responsibility for confirming the compliance in the end. If there are issues with the system, raise them and work with cross-functional departments to establish appropriate mechanisms
• You will establish, modify, and introduce new workflows, timelines, databases, and systems to comply with new requirements, update SOPs, and implement them.
• You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and compliance with local and global regulations. Communicate regulatory information and updates to relevant stakeholders, including senior management and internal teams, in a timely and effective manner.
• You will oversee and participate in regulatory audits and investigations, ensuring compliance with regulations and addressing any findings or concerns with effective solutions.
• You will promote collaboration among regions regarding quality risk cases, product recalls, or audits.
• You will manage and develop a team of regulatory affairs professionals, Expats, Global Trainees, providing guidance, topical education, training, and mentorship to ensure their effective performance and career growth.
• You will analyze and set goals based on the results of the annual Global Employee Engagement Survey. Identify areas for improvement, address employee concerns, and ultimately champion engagement within the work environment.
• You will engage with the range of tools and resources available at Shiseido to enact managerial responsibilities which include but not limited to career coaching, compliance training, policy and procedures, performance management, learning & development, Trust 8, engagement and well-being.

WHO YOU ARE

• You have a BS or MS Chemistry or related field.
• You have 6+ years of regulatory affairs experience and demonstrated technical expertise.
• You have 3+ years team leader experience and strong people management skills.
• You have demonstrated communication skills which convey information, informs and engenders actionable business steps.
• You have analytical skills to gather regulatory information globally and transition into usable information and decision-making data points
• You have strong project management skills to manage timelines of multiple product launch/reformulation projects
• You have knowledge of Formulation, Raw materials, and packaging for cosmetics and OTC
• You are goal-oriented, proactive, able to multi-task, strong organizational skills
• You are a good collaborator and communicator in a multicultural environment.
• You can independently work and motivate a team.
• You are flexible, customer- and results-oriented.
• You can perform under pressure on projects with short timelines or multiple projects with the same deadlines. Complete all work in a timely manner.
• You have knowledge of industry trends having valuable outside network
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

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You may be asked to perform other duties needed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission and abide by our organization’s values.

What We Can Offer You

At Shiseido Americas, our pride extends beyond our rich legacy to our passionate and talented team that brings it to life every day. We recognize that without our people, innovation would not be possible. That's why we go above and beyond with our comprehensive benefits program to recognize our employees. With an array of options designed to give our employees peace of mind, our perks & benefits program is more than just a perk – it's an investment in our people's futures. Whether you're looking for comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings, or paid time off, our benefits have you covered! Check out a list of our Benefits and Perks offerings:

· Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

· Life and Disability Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Paid Volunteer Days

· Paid Company Holidays

· Paid Parental Leave

· 401K with 6% Company Match

· Talent Development & Learning Programs

· Internal & International Mobility

· Product Discounts & Annual Gratis

· Employee Led Affinity Groups

· Tuition Reimbursement

The base pay for this position may vary based on geographic location. Actual base pay offered will be based on several factors including job-specific knowledge, education, skills, and depth of experience. In addition to base pay, we may offer additional forms of compensation as components of a total compensation package, including participation in our bonus program which features the ability to overachieve, in addition to a full range of competitive benefits

Shiseido is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by Federal, State or Local law