Regulatory and Compliance Specialist at Buckman

A Regulatory and Compliance Specialist position has become available at an international manufacturing company. This is a fast - paced but friendly environment that will suit an organized person with a great eye for detail.

This position will contribute to the success of the company by taking the responsibility to ensure compliance with the laws and regulations associated with the sale of chemical products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the field of regulatory/ compliance/ risk specialization
• BSc (Chemistry/Engineering), Diploma in Chemistry will be advantageous
• Legal qualification or in-depth knowledge thereof would be advantageous

Experience

• 5 – 10 years in a chemical manufacturing plant or related process manufacturing industry.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a regulatory compliance specialist, or similar
• Must have a strong regulatory and compliance background.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following inter alia:

• Auditing - Manage/conducting internal and external compliance audits aligned to Corporate and Legal requirements and compiling reports
• Coordinating regulatory compliance procedures across the organizational structures
• Monitoring compliance and facilitating interventions to manage risks
• Developing and enacting regulatory compliance strategies
• Providing training in compliance practices and procedures
• Document control related to compliance and maintaining records
• Incident Management/Non- Conformances related to regulatory compliance
• Achieve and maintain compliance with all Legal and other requirements (Public, Customers and Corporate) Requirements
• Keeping abreast of regulatory changes and developments in the regulatory environment
• Expense Control - accurately handling the day-to-day expenses related to the portfolio
• Consultation and Communication with Stakeholders
• Product Stewardship - Eliminating risks at customer, onsite and during design (new products and engineering)
• Maintaining product registrations
• Assessing product compliance to local and global legislation
• Support compliance to and minimize our risk as per the POPIA legislative requirements, supplier/ customer/ operators
• Implement continuous improvement and project management initiatives.
• Managing the development and review of Safety Data Sheets

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Excellent knowledge and understanding of relevant corporate governance requirements and South African Regulatory Requirements in related industries
• Extensive knowledge of product regulations pertaining to NSF, FDA, Halaal, etc.
• Ability to communicate at all Levels of the Organization and support the company in driving regulatory compliance campaigns as well as Training.
• Proficiency in office and compliance management software
• Exceptional analytical, investigative, and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of Legislation
• Good knowledge of Chemistry and Engineering.