Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Manager - Permits n Exports

Company: Niagara Bottling
Location: Diamond Bar
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

At Niagara, we're looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.Develop lasting relationships with great people.Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Compliance & Regulatory Affairs Manager - Permits n ExportsThe Compliance and Regulatory Affairs Manager is a corporate position providing leadership in the specific areas of manufacturing and distribution permits, export documents and operational compliance to support all facilities. The manager will also be responsible for establishing and maintaining systems to ensure customer, consumer and regulatory requirements are met. This position develops and implements compliance initiatives essential to the success and growth of the company.Essential FunctionsManage all activities related to plant licensing and permitting to support nationwide operations.Maintain procedures for timely processing of all state and federal licensing; negotiate permit conditions to ensure they are sustainable and agreed upon.Manage all permit violations acting as the liaison between the company and state/federal regulators.Manage compliance documentation, policies and procedures in an electronic data management system and ensuring compliance with all state, federal and customer requirements.Establish and maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and update applicable procedures and practices accordingly.Stay abreast of changing regulations and prepare the company and Team for those changes.Develop and implement strategic policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal, state and local regulations; help facilities develop corrective actions plans as needed.Develop and manage the export process for all product types ensuring that products are appropriately registered in other countries and all shipments have the necessary documentation to prevent rejection and/or delays at customs.Manage and lead the licensing and permitting portion of the Compliance team to carry out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner.Provide support and training to all direct reports and other teams as needed.Ensure corporate and facility personnel understand all permit conditions and maintain compliance.Support cross-functional teams with regulatory research and recommendations.Develop and maintain Water Quality Reports for customer and website deployment.Develop and maintain regulatory network (formal and informal) by establishing relationship with various regulatory bodies, local consultants and legal entities within the respective countries / regions where the organization has business interests.Some travel required (Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.Work Experience/KSA'sMinimum Qualifications:4 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment4 Years - Experience in Position4 Years - Experience managing people/projects *experience may include a combination of work experience and educationManage all activities related to plant licensing and permitting to support nationwide operations.Maintain procedures for timely processing of all state and federal licensing; negotiate permit conditions to ensure they are sustainable and agreed upon.Manage all permit violations acting as the liaison between the company and state/federal regulators.Manage compliance documentation, policies and procedures in an electronic data management system and ensuring compliance with all state, federal and customer requirements.Establish and maintain current knowledge of regulatory requirements and update applicable procedures and practices accordingly.Stay abreast of changing regulations and prepare the company and Team for those changes.Develop and implement strategic policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal, state and local regulations; help facilities develop corrective actions plans as needed.Develop and manage the export process for all product types ensuring that products are appropriately registered in other countries and all shipments have the necessary documentation to prevent rejection and/or delays at customs.Manage and lead the licensing and permitting portion of the Compliance team to carry out all responsibilities in an honest, ethical and professional manner.Provide support and training to all direct reports and other teams as needed.Ensure corporate and facility personnel understand all permit conditions and maintain compliance.Support cross-functional teams with regulatory research and recommendations.Develop and maintain Water Quality Reports for customer and website deployment.Develop and maintain regulatory network (formal and informal) by establishing relationship with various regulatory bodies, local consultants and legal entities within the respective countries / regions where the organization has business interests.Some travel required (Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.Work Experience/KSA'sMinimum Qualifications:4 Years - Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment4 Years - Experience in Position4 Years - Experience managing people/projects *experience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:6 Years- Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years - Experience working in Position6 Years - Experience managing people/projectsexperience may include a combination of work experience and educationexperience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesThis position embodies the values of Niagara's LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an OwnerManages a safe working environment, accurately documents safety related training, and effectively communicates safety incidentsProvides strategic input and oversight to departmental projectsMakes data driven decisions and develops sustainable solutionsSkilled in reducing costs and managing timelines while prioritizing long run impact over short term winsMakes decisions by putting overall company success first before department/individual successLeads/facilitates discussions to get positive outcomes for the customerMakes strategic decisions which prioritize the needs of the customer over departmental/individual goalsInnovACTContinuously evaluates existing programs and processes, and develops new initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce wasteCreates, monitors, and responds to departmental performance metrics to drive continuous improvementCommunicates a clear vision, organizes resources effectively, and adjusts the strategy as needed when managing changeFind a WayDemonstrates ability to think analytically and synthesize complex informationEffectively delegates technical tasks to subordinatesWorks effectively with departments, vendors, and customers to achieve organizational successIdentifies opportunities for collaboration in strategic waysEmpowered to be GreatMakes hiring decisions primarily based on culture fit and attitude, and secondarily based on technical expertiseEngages in long term talent planningProvides opportunities for the development of all direct reportsUnderstands, identifies, and addresses conflict within own team and between teamsAdditionally, the ideal candidate has the following competencies:Proficiency in Microsoft office suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, SharePoint, PowerPointAbility to use Oracle products including but not limited to AGILEProficiency in Genesis R&DAbility to accurately read and interpret regulations (local, state, federal, international)Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast paced, high pressure environmentAbility to analyze and evaluate data and use good judgment in making decisions or conducting risk analysisAbility to problem solve using creative solutionsAbility to effectively manage the workload including planning, organizing, prioritizing, follow-up, meeting deadlinesLeadership and interpersonal skillExcellent planning and organization skillsAttention to detailEffective written and verbal communication skillsAbility to conduct effective meetings and provide trainingAbility to interact with team members at all levelsEducationMinimum Required:Bachelor's Degree in Food Science or related field or equivalent work experiencePreferred:Master's Degree in Food Science or related field or equivalent work experienceCertification/License:Required: Continuing Education - Seminars/Webinars on Food Labeling & RegulationsPreferred: Regulatory Affairs, Domestic Regulatory Affairs, or Regulatory Affairs EssentialsForeign LanguageRequired: NAPreferred: Minimum Professional Proficiency, SpanishBenefitsjob is intended to be performed entirely outside of ColoradoAny employment agency, person or entity that submits a r-- -sum-- - into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's r-- -sum-- - will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit r-- -sum-- - to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit r-- -sum-- - into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.

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