Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement product testing and validation plans to ensure product safety and quality.
• Lead and support the development of product quality standards and specifications to ensure consistency and reliability of products.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams including product development, manufacturing, supply chain, and regulatory affairs to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage a team of product integrity professionals to support product development and launch and full compliance to market regulations.
• Work closely with the product development, strategic sourcing and M&A teams to provide guidance on product safety and quality issues.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure accurate and appropriate product claims and messaging.
• Analyze product data to identify trends and opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including regulatory agencies, industry associations, and testing lab
• Collaborate seamlessly with various external and internal stakeholders including Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Quality Assurance, Legal Compliance, Product Launch and Brand Management Teams
• Collaborate with teams located in different time zones, including China and India, to ensure effective communication and alignment on product integrity issues, new product launches and quality issues.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field such as chemistry, biology, or engineering; advanced degree from an accredited university is a must.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a product integrity or related role within the CPG, Medical Device and/or apparel industry.
• In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements related to product safety and quality, including CPSC, FDA and EPA regulation.
• Strong understanding of product testing standards and validation methodologies.experience working with 3rd party certification and testing labs.
• Understanding of risk management principles and the ability to develop and implement risk mitigation plans related to product quality and safety.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma, and the ability to apply these methodologies to improve product quality and efficiency.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Experience with consumer complaint management processes, including complaint investigation, resolution, and reporting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing teams and driving results through others.
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to analyze complex data and make informed decisions based on available information.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment