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Overview
Role: Manager, Regulatory Partner Responsible (RPR) GLAD & LATAM. Location: Mexico City, Mexico or Buenos Aires, Argentina (hybrid onsite/remote). Reports to: Senior Manager, RA / PV Lead GLAD. Primary focus: partner management and oversight of partner activities with local partners, local industry associations, in-market commercial counterparts, and Regional Regulatory Lead (RRL) counterparts in the Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) Regional team.
Responsibilities
- Strategy (execution) & partner management: oversee key processes and ensure a framework to manage third-party activities end-to-end with regulatory compliance and company standards.
- Perform due diligence, monitor partner performance against agreed metrics, address deviations promptly; conduct risk assessments of partners to identify risks and vulnerabilities.
- Manage partner inventory, identify and implement synergies; conduct periodic assessments and audits to ensure compliance with local requirements and quality standards; develop risk mitigation strategies and implement controls.
- Act as RA representative in audits/inspections; ensure readiness and timely CAPA closure in alignment with other functions.
- Serve as point of contact for escalations and issue resolution related to partner activities.
- Align with GRA for contract management to ensure regulatory standards are met; stay updated on local regulatory requirements and industry trends; participate in policy activities with industry groups and trade associations.
- Support regional regulatory TA teams within GRA for efficient planning and submission preparation according to local requirements.
- Act as primary RA representative for local ComOps: translate business perspective into actionable plans aligned with strategy.
- Keep RIMS up to date with local activity and ensure compliance KPIs are tracked.
- Internal stakeholder management and trainings; act as primary interface with local partners representing regulatory interests and ensuring appropriate interactions with health authorities.
- Work with Head Partner Business to oversee partner-specific activities for timely and standardized delivery of goods and services.
- Monitor training effectiveness and compliance; develop trainings as needed to address gaps and improve performance.
- Plan, lead and deliver complex regional strategies across CSL products, ensuring alignment with company and commercial strategies.
Qualifications
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business administration, natural sciences (biology, chemistry or pharmacy), law or regulatory affairs; advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) preferred.
- Required fluency in Spanish and English, oral and written.
- 7+ years of experience in oversight, governance or compliance roles within pharmaceutical, biotechnology or healthcare industry.
- Optional but desired certifications in quality management and vendor management (e.g., CQA, CMQ, CSQP).
- Partner management experience: proven ability to manage relationships with third-party vendors (e.g., logistics providers, service providers).
- Experience managing commercial stakeholders, influencing key stakeholders, and applying a systematic approach to align with business needs.
- Ability to work in a highly matrixed organization and build cross-functional relationships across diverse disciplines and backgrounds.
About CSL Behring
CSL Behring is a global biotherapeutics leader focused on serving patients by discovering, developing and delivering therapies in immunology, hematology, cardiovascular/metabolic, respiratory, and transplant areas. We leverage plasma fractionation, recombinant protein technology, and cell and gene therapy platforms. CSL Behring operates CSL Plasma, a large global plasma collection network. Our parent company, CSL, is headquartered in Melbourne, Australia and employs 32,000 people in more than 100 countries.
Benefits & Equal Opportunity
For more information on CSL benefits, visit our site. CSL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please contact us. Inclusion and Belonging is central to our culture.
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