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Kenvue · 3 weeks ago

Regulatory Policy, Intelligence & Ingredient Compliance Lead, NA

Summit, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$167K/yr - $235K/yr

4+ years exp

Kenvue is a company dedicated to the extraordinary power of everyday care, housing iconic brands like NEUTROGENA® and TYLENOL®. The Regulatory Policy, Intelligence & Ingredient Compliance Lead is responsible for shaping and executing the regulatory intelligence and policy engagement strategy across various product categories, ensuring compliance and proactive risk management.

LifestylePersonal HealthWellness

Responsibilities

Regulatory Intelligence and Policy Monitoring of evolving regulatory and legislative trends impacting OTC drugs cosmetics, dietary supplements and related CPG categories

Translate complex policy and scientific developments (FDA, EPA, FTC, CHPA, PCPC, ICH, etc) into actionable business insights and strategy recommendations

Monitor new ingredient regulatory requirement impacting NA portfolio (Federal, States, environmental and health authorities), communicate the potential impact to key stakeholders, records in internal systems and escalate in internal forums for prompt alignment on company position and effective mobilization of R&D resources

Represent the company in trade associations, policy forums, and regulatory coalitions to influence external regulatory frameworks and advocate for science-based risk proportionate approaches

Develop and maintain a structured regulatory intelligence framework, horizon scanning tools, and quarterly updates for executive leadership

Ingredients Compliance and Stewardship Serve as the NA lead for ingredient governance providing expert guidance on regulatory status, permissible use levels, and emerging restrictions

Partner with R&D, safety, quality and legal to assess ingredient risk (e.g. carcinogenicity, endocrine activity, nitrosamines, PFAS color additives, allergens, or new contaminants)

Maintain regulatory ingredient database and ensure consistent interpretation across regions and product categories

Drive compliance readiness for new regulations

Provide input to Global Ingredient Compliance team to integrate new requirements in Process, Work Instructions and Systems

Cross-Functional Leadership Collaborate with cross functional stakeholders in R&D, Medical, Legal, Govt Affairs, and Commercial to develop integrated regulatory positions

Support internal governance processes (e.g. Regulatory, Policy Councils, ingredient committees and sustainability steering teams

Mentor and guide junior team members on policy analysis, intelligence tracking, and regulatory writing

Leadership Competencies Strategic thinker with a “daring spirit” and owner's mindset, capable of anticipating change and influencing outcomes

Skilled communicator with high integrity, scientific rigor, and agility in ambiguous or evolving regulatory landscapes

Mastery of relevant regulations pertinent to company consumer products

Qualification

Regulatory AffairsPolicy AnalysisIngredient SafetyToxicologyRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder ManagementScientific CommunicationTrade Association Engagement

Required

Bachelor's or advanced degree in a scientific discipline (e.g. Regulatory Affairs, Toxicology, Chemistry Pharmacy, or related field)

4+ years of regulatory affairs or policy experience in the OTC, pharmaceutical, cosmetics or consumer health industry

Demonstrated expertise in interpreting and influencing NA regulations; experience with global policy monitoring preferred

Strong understanding of ingredient safety, toxicology, labeling and compliance frameworks

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven ability to translate complex regulatory topics into clear business implications

Experience engaging with trade associations or government agencies is highly desirable