Sr. Specialist, Regulatory

About the Company

e.l.f. Beauty's purpose is to make the world a better place for every eye, lip, and face.


Our deep commitment to clean, cruelty free beauty at an incredible value has fueled the success of our flagship brand e.l.f. Cosmetics since 2004 and driven our portfolio expansion. Today, our multi-brand portfolio includes e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. SKIN, e.l.f. Hair, Well People, Naturium and rhode.

In our Fiscal year 26, we had net sales of $1.6 Billion and our business performance has been nothing short of extraordinary with 7 consecutive years of net sales growth. This consistent, category-leading growth is a testament to the strength of our team, strategy, and portfolio of brands.


Our total compensation philosophy offers every full-time new hire competitive pay and benefits, bonus eligibility (200% of target over the last seven fiscal years), equity, flexible time off, year-round half-day Fridays, and a hybrid 3 day in office, 2 day at home work environment. We believe the combination of our unique culture, total compensation, workplace flexibility and care for the team is unmatched across not just beauty but any industry.


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Position Summary

Under direction from the Sr. Regulatory Manager, this role will lead formula regulatory supporting product innovation, line extensions and reformulation; including regulatory review, claims review and approval, artwork approval and US/Canada OTC product registration. Must be highly collaborative with a high-performance team mindset and work seamlessly across business functions and external partners.

Responsibilities:

• Formula regulatory review, coordinating with R&D and manufacturers.
• Claims review and approval, collaborating with R&D, PD and cross-functional teams.
• Artwork review and approval, partnering with creative.
• Lead product registration OTC products/medical devices, interfacing with Health Canada and the US FDA.
• Liaise with internal/external QA to support OTC site and API registrations.
• Participate in trade associations to keep updated on cosmetic, OTC and packaging related regulations, and collaborating cross-functionally to execute actions require.
• Manage Regulatory related questions from retailers.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years' experience in the cosmetic industry in a Regulatory Affairs role.
• A science background (BS degree or higher) required.
• Understanding and knowledge of cosmetic product regulatory requirements with an emphasis on color cosmetics and skin care, inclusive of ingredient, labeling, claims and registration.
• Knowledge and experience in the US/Canada OTC Regulatory framework requirements for ingredients, finished products, claims, packaging, and artwork requirements.
• Highly collaborative. Works well individually and in a team environment to achieve results that move the business forward.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Exhibits effective communication skills, both written and orally.
• Comfortable learning and working with web-based databases and submission portals.
• Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Word, Adobe and PowerPoint.
• Must be self-motivated and capable of multi-tasking.
• Commitment to accuracy, diligence and quality of information output.
• Willing to travel domestically, as required.

$75,000 - $95,000 a year

The base salary range for this role is listed above.


Total compensation includes base salary, annual company-based performance bonus, and equity. Under e.l.f.'s annual bonus program, employees are eligible to earn up to 200% of their target bonus when company performance exceeds defined goals. In addition, e.l.f. provides a variety of other benefits to employees, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a retirement savings plan, gender neutral parental leave, and unlimited paid time off. The amount of total compensation (including base salary) offered will be based on a wide range of factors, including geographic location, experience, specific skills, and qualifications.

Compensation components are subject to change at the company's discretion

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this position. It also reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified, and shall not be considered, as detailed description of all the work required inherent in the job. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, and it is subject to changes and exceptions at the supervisors' discretion.

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