Head of Certification Management

Qureos Inc; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A major player in the Ductile Iron industry seeks a Head of Certification Management to oversee global product certification processes. This leadership role involves ensuring regulatory compliance and managing a skilled team to streamline certification strategies, improve efficiencies, and drive quality standards across the organization.

Qualifications

• 10-15+ years in product certification or regulatory affairs, with leadership experience.
• Mandatory experience in the Ductile Iron industry.
• Strong knowledge of global certification standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead global certification processes and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Manage a certification team, developing strategies and improving processes.
• Maintain documentation and report progress to senior management.

Skills

Project Management

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

Certifications in quality management (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO)

Tools

Certification Management Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Head of Certification Management – Ductile Iron (DI) Industry

The Head of Certification Management is responsible for overseeing the global product certification process within the Ductile Iron (DI) industry. This includes ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and international best practices. The role involves managing a team, collaborating across departments, and aligning certification processes with the company’s quality and compliance objectives.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage the global product certification process, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Develop and implement certification strategies for new and existing DI products.
• Analyze regional certification requirements and determine the most effective certification path.

Product Certification Process Oversight

• Oversee certification processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Collaborate with product development, quality, and regulatory teams to complete necessary documentation and testing.
• Coordinate with third-party certification bodies to meet internal requirements and deadlines.

Global Certification Management & Compliance

• Stay updated on global regulations and certification requirements for DI products.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance.
• Develop and maintain global certification policies in alignment with corporate quality management.

Stakeholder Management & Collaboration

• Work with product management, R&D, legal, and supply chain teams to streamline certification processes.
• Build relationships with certification bodies and regulatory agencies.
• Provide guidance on certification best practices and regulatory requirements.

Certification Reporting & Documentation

• Maintain accurate records of certifications, applications, approvals, and testing results.
• Report certification progress, challenges, and milestones to senior management.
• Ensure proper documentation for audits and compliance reviews.

Team Management & Development

• Lead and mentor the certification management team to enhance efficiency and skills.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in the certification process.
• Identify and mitigate certification risks to prevent delays or compliance issues.
• Address complex certification challenges with internal teams and external bodies.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Regulatory compliance : 100% adherence to industry standards
• Team development : ≥10% improvement in competency and efficiency

Qualifications & Experience :

Education

• Degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certifications in quality management or regulatory affairs (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO) are a plus.

Experience

• 10-15+ years in product certification, regulatory affairs, or quality management, with at least five years in a leadership role.
• Mandatory experience managing global certification processes in the Ductile Iron (DI) industry.
• Familiarity with international regulatory bodies and certification organizations.
• Strong knowledge of global product certification standards and DI industry regulations.
• Excellent project management and multitasking skills.
• Proficiency in certification management software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and external organizations.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and risk management.
• Leadership experience in mentoring and team development.

About Rashmi Group :

Rashmi Group is a leading conglomerate with businesses in manufacturing, real estate, and energy. The company is committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability. It offers a dynamic work environment that fosters employee growth and career development.