Commercial Quality & Compliance Lead, India LOC

Commercial Quality & Compliance Lead, India LOC

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who We Are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated.  We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage – and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future–and yours. For more information, click here.

Role reports to:

Head of Q&C India

Location:

Asia Pacific, India, Maharashtra, Greater Mumbai

Work Location:

Fully Onsite

What you will do

Kenvue is currently recruiting for:

               

Commercial Quality & Compliance Lead, India LOC

This position reports into Head of Q&C India and is based at Mumbai.

What we do

At Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care. Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we’re the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA®, AVEENO®, TYLENOL®, LISTERINE®, JOHNSON’S® and BAND-AID® that you already know and love. Science is our passion; care is our talent.

Who we are

Our global team is ~ 22,000 brilliant people with a workplace culture where every voice matters, and every contribution is appreciated. We are passionate about insights, innovation and committed to delivering the best products to our customers. With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means having the power to impact millions of people every day. We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours. For more information, click here.

               

Role reports to: Head of Q&C India

Location: Mumbai

Travel %: 20

What you will do

The Commercial Quality & Compliance Lead, India LOC is responsible for assuring product quality, conducting investigations, utilizing statistical analysis, handling field actions, and managing compliance to local regulatory requirements of India and distributor-based markets of Sri-Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal & Maldives, for India LOC/ Local Operating Company, partnering effectively with business partners from R&D, Operation/ Supply Chain and Commercial organizations:

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of quality and compliance strategies for commercial operations in India LOC, in line with Kenvue’s Global QMS.

• Drive and strengthen compliance of Products marketed by JNTL Consumer Health India Private Limited (Kenvue India) with applicable Quality Systems and local regulatory requirements of India and distributor-based markets of Sri-Lanka, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal & Maldives.

• Responsible for end-to-end quality compliance throughout the lifecycle of products, including new product development, repackaging, relabeling of Imported products, Change Control, Non-Conformance, CAPA, Complaint handling, Disposition of Returned Goods, Field actions/Recall, Product discontinuation of consumer health products

• Lead & manage regulatory inspections by Health Authorities to Distribution Centers/ 3 PL warehouses and Registered Office (of India LOC)

• Handle, in line with Kenvue QMS, all the Regulatory queries and/or notices related to products/ markets, whenever served to Registered Office (India LOC) by various health authorities, and by partnering effectively with concerned responsible from Legal Affairs, Government & Corporate Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, Medical Safety and R&D, as needed, until their effective closure.

• Lead/Participate in Local/Regional/Global Q&C projects/initiatives with cross-functional teams like R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing Q&C, Warehouse teams as applicable.

• Partnering with CFT for key Trade customisation projects for all Kenvue franchises -Essential Health products, Skin Health & Beauty and Selfcare to improve market penetration of Key BMC Brands

• Support team members in their development plans and build capabilities as required by the business

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives in quality and compliance processes, as applicable to India LOC

• Stay updated on emerging trends and regulations in the commercial sector to proactively address potential compliance issues

• Serve as the internal compliance expert to senior leaders and key stakeholders on external programs, exercising judgment to mitigate business risk

• Assist in developing global compliance strategies and translating these for implementation at the local level based on local needs and objectives

• Responsible for talent acquisition, coaching, and staff development to ensure ongoing effectiveness of the Compliance Programs & effective deployment of Commercial Q&C Operating model for India LOC, per business needs time to time.

• Ensure the Compliance Program framework and controls effectively prevent and detect violations of laws, regulations, or policies

• Build partnerships with senior business management to drive compliance within the organization

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in quality and compliance management in a commercial setting

• University/bachelor’s degree or Equivalent in a relevant field (pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food technology)

• Knowledge of relevant laws, policies, standards, financial or auditing practices, and company business and policies

• Ability to lead project teams across multiple business units and functions

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in interpreting and implementing regulatory requirements in the commercial sector

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence and drive change across cross-functional teams

• Demonstrate strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

• Strategic thinking, collaboration, and teaming

• Self-awareness, adaptability, and innovative thinking

• Ability to advise and influence senior leaders and key stakeholders on business initiatives and complex compliance issues

• Strong drive for results, solution-oriented, and high level of integrity with good ethical core values

• Ability to analyze data and trends, and communicate complex information to all levels of the company

• Demonstrated experience with third-party relationships

What’s in it for you

• Competitive Benefit Package*        

• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time & More!        

• Learning & Development Opportunities        

• Kenvuer Impact Networks        

       

*Note: Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits. Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.

       

Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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