Job Description

Iovate is a dynamic, leading-edge nutrition company that delivers some of the highest quality, most innovative and effective active nutrition and weight management products in the world. Each of our Brands are committed to biology, science, and their own culture to assist customers in reaching their goals.Iovate - Commited to a higher standardAs part of the Management Team, you will play a key role in the execution of business strategy and corporate initiatives. You will have full responsibility for managing the day-to-day operations related to the Regulatory Affairs department and will manage and provide leadership to the team.Accountabilities:

• Lead in the development, implementation, and achievement of departmental objectives
• Understands departmental needs and business requirements to deliver projects on schedule and within budget
• Lead, mentor, motivate and train the team consistent with company policies, guidelines, and standards
• Utilize technical regulatory leadership and expertise to support company wide initiatives and provide business recommendations in response to complex regulatory topics.
• Review and sign-off on product labels, product development briefs, change control documentation, and formulations in accordance with appropriate regulatory framework
• Manage day-to-day activities of direct reports, including label reviews, ingredient reviews, and additional regulatory functions.
• Monitor processes and ensure departmental SOPs are followed. Ensure SOPs are relevant and updated as needed.
• Monitor and report developments in each territory that is managed in relation to food and supplement with direct relevance to Iovate
• Provide additional support for other jurisdictions, as needed.
• Monitor, inform, suggest, recommend and apply, after necessary approvals, actions necessary to meet and maintain regulatory (food and drug) compliance
• Challenges the status quo and looks for innovative ways to continually improve processes
• Assists in setting Budget and Headcount Budget for the following year and ensuring compliance

Experience & Skillset:

• Post-Secondary Education in Science, Biology, Nutrition, Toxicology or related field
• 7+ years of regulatory affairs experience and 3+ years of management experience, preferably within a consumer packaged goods regulated environment (strong recommendations for directly dealing with the US FDA and/or Health Canada)
• Leadership experience including management of 2+ direct reports, ability to lead initiatives and work cross-functionally with all levels of the organization.
• Expert knowledge of US Dietary Supplement and Food Regulations (DSHEA), plus at least one of the following preferred: Canadian Natural Health Products and Food Regulations, European Food Supplement Regulations, Australian Therapeutic Goods and Food Regulations, LATAM Food Regulations, MENA Region Food/Pharmaceutical Regulations
• Proactive and able to continuously manage change in an extremely fast paced, energetic work environment
• Leadership and coaching skills; strong attention to detail, outstanding communication and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite

What We Offer:

• World class gym, fitness classes and external basketball court
• Community involvement through charitable events
• Competitive compensation package
• 100% Group Health & Dental Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company RRSP Matching
• Paid vacation & 5 personal days
• Employee Engagement Events
• Product & Swag from our industry leading brands
• Professional career development
• Opportunities for Global career exposure without the need to relocate!

Culture:Located in Oakville, Ontario, Canada we offer a dynamic, progressive, team based environment. We have on-site premium fitness facilities and encourage a healthy lifestyle. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to grow with us. For further information please visit us at .Iovate Health Sciences international Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible work environment. We are committed to meeting the needs of all applicants in a timely manner and will do so by meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code. If you require accommodations to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please email the Iovate Human Resources team at to make an accommodation request. Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidentialWe appreciate applicant interest in this position, however, due to the volume of submissions, the Iovate Human Resources team will only contact candidates selected for an interview

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