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Monday, August 31, 2015

Temporary- Manager, Product Labeling & Regulatory Reporting, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.

Position Description

Designs, implements, and manages dietary supplement and OTC pharmaceutical drug labeling compliance program for both Sam’s Club and Walmart private by ensuring product labels comply with federal, state, and local laws; and partnering with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance.

Tracks, investigates, and develops plans to address new labeling requirements and other regulatory changes relevant to H&W products by working closely with key internal and external stakeholders to review and determine legal requirements related to product safety & labeling compliance.

Demonstrates up-to-date expertise in dietary supplement product labeling and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing expert advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.

Provides and supports the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities.

This position would also be responsible for managing follow up to complaint investigations, drafting and tracking regulatory responses, as well as drafting business updates informing key stakeholders of emerging issues.

Models compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company mission, values, and standards of ethics and integrity by incorporating these into the development and implementation of business plans; using the Open Door Policy; and demonstrating and assisting others with how to apply these in executing business processes and practices.

Minimum Qualifications

The ideal candidate would have training or experience in regulatory research and dietary supplement, OTC pharmaceutical, or food labeling. Experience in a third party consulting firm or regulatory agency is also valid. The candidate must have knowledge of federal and state food or OTC pharmaceutical labeling, research capabilities and be able to provide expert advice and guidance to both internal and external customers. This person must have effective communication and influence skills as well as excellent editing and writing skills. The individual must be highly organized, analytical, and an excellent problem solver. Research, communication, attention to details, and decision making are daily responsibilities. The candidate must be a self-starter, must be able to multi-task managing multiple projects, and have a high sense of urgency and integrity. 

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