Junior Product Compliance Specialist

In this position, you:

• Report to the Sr. Compliance Specialist as a part of the sourcing, quality and regulatory department;




• Work together with cross-functional teams managing all compliance documentation and processes to ensure compliance of our assortment;




• Act as a point of contact for local and international suppliers with regards to technical compliance documentation (artworks, product information files, safety data sheets).




• Work with and provide direction to the sourcing, supply planning and innovations team to drive compliance with relevant legislations and to agreed ways of working;




• Take part in rework operations projects as a product compliance representative and advisor, to provide guidance to the cross-functional project team ensuring the assortment continues to meet everchanging legislative requirements;




• Act as business ambassador protecting all legislation and product safety requirements;




• Support the Sr. Compliance specialist in their contact with local market surveillance authorities.

The salary depends on your background but is competitive. Next to that they have a nice bonus arrangement, discounts on products, and special team events.

What will happen when you apply? Within four working days, we will let you know whether you are qualified for the position. If you do we will schedule an interview (digital or live). In this interview, we will inform you about the vacancy, the company, and the procedure. If we both agree this is a fitting opportunity we will introduce you to our client and continue to guide you through the whole application process. The Independent Recruiters Group has a large team of specialized recruitment consultants. Every recruiter has a strong focus regarding his/her field of expertise. This makes them the ideal sparring partner for both you, as the candidate, and the client.

Requirements:

* A degree in chemistry, law, or equivalent in knowledge, experience and training;
* A minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a Compliance or Regulatory Affairs role, preferably in cosmetics/FMCG field
* A good understanding of EU and international legislation (EU Cosmetics Regulation, CLP, REACH, a.o.);
* Strong written and verbal communication skills, a good command of the English language is essential;
* Strong project management and planning skills;
* Strong problem-solving skills with ability to analyze root cause, find solutions and to make things simple

As a Compliance Specialist you are part of the Quality Assurance Department who is responsible for ensuring the performance of the assortment (cosmetic and non cosmetic products), product specifications, and that all products surpass predefined quality standards prior to market introduction. In this role you will focus on artwork approval, compliance documentation and translate regulatory changes to suppliers of the products.