Quality Control Manager (Personal Care Products)

Private Advertiser; Quezon City; Presencial; PHP 900.000 - 1.700.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Private Advertiser is seeking a highly experienced Quality Control Manager/Head to ensure personal care products meet safety, efficacy, and regulatory standards in the Philippines. You will lead QA across development, manufacturing, packaging, and supplier management, and drive continuous improvement.

The role requires deep knowledge of FDA Philippines, ASEAN Cosmetic Directive, GMP, ISO 22716, and importation rules, plus strong leadership and stakeholder management in a fast-moving cosmetics

Formación

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Cosmetic Science, Microbiology, Food Technology, or related field.
• 8-10 years in Quality Control/Quality Assurance/Regulatory Affairs with 3-5 years in management.
• Deep knowledge of FDA Philippines, ASEAN Cosmetic Directive, GMP, ISO 22716, and product registration requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Establish, implement, and improve quality control processes for personal care products and packaging.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, GMP, FDA Philippines, ASEAN Cosmetic Directive.
• Oversee product registration, licensing, and documentation with Philippine FDA and other bodies.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Quality systems

Auditing

Problem-solving

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/related

Licensed Chemist/Pharmacist (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

Role Overview

The Quality Control Manager/Head will be responsible for ensuring that all personal care products meet the highest standards of safety, efficacy, and compliance before reaching the market. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in quality systems, and deep knowledge of Philippine regulatory and importation rules for cosmetics and personal care items. The position will oversee quality assurance across product development, manufacturing, packaging, and supplier management.

Key Responsibilities

• Quality Systems & Standards

  • Establish, implement, and continuously improve quality control processes for personal care products and packaging.

  • Ensure compliance with international and local standards (ISO, GMP, FDA Philippines, ASEAN Cosmetic Directive).

  • Conduct audits of factories, suppliers, and packaging partners to verify adherence to quality requirements.

• Regulatory & Compliance

  • Oversee product registration, licensing, and documentation with the Philippine FDA and other regulatory bodies.

  • Ensure compliance with importation rules, customs requirements, and labeling standards.

  • Stay updated on evolving regulations in the Philippines and ASEAN markets.

• Leadership & Team Management

  • Lead and mentor a team of quality control specialists, inspectors, and analysts.

  • Drive a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy, Cosmetic Science, Microbiology, Food Technology, or a related field.

• At least 8-10 years of experience in Quality Control, Quality Assurance, or Regulatory Affairs, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role.

• Strong experience in the personal care, cosmetics, beauty, skincare, toiletries, or FMCG industry.

• In-depth knowledge of:

  • FDA Philippines regulations

  • ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (ACD)

  • Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)

  • ISO 22716 (Cosmetics GMP)

  • Product registration and compliance requirements for cosmetics and personal care products

• Experience handling supplier audits, factory audits, quality inspections, and corrective action programs.

• Knowledge of importation requirements, customs documentation, product labeling, and regulatory submissions in the Philippines.

• Proven experience in establishing and improving quality management systems and quality control procedures.

• Strong leadership, people management, and stakeholder management skills.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensed Chemist, Chemical Engineer, or Pharmacist.

• Experience working with imported personal care products, contract manufacturers, or multinational consumer goods companies.

• Background in handling product development quality reviews, packaging quality assurance, and supplier qualification programs.

• Certification in ISO Internal Auditing, Lead Auditor, Six Sigma, or other quality management certifications.

• Familiarity with regulatory requirements across other ASEAN markets.