Regulatory Affairs Manager SASSA

ZA01 Immuno-Vet Services Pty.; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Elanco is seeking a Regulatory Affairs Manager SASSA based in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa. You will maintain regulatory compliance for animal health products, manage submissions, variations and lifecycle activities, and support portfolio management within SAHPRA and export markets.

You will coordinate packaging development and artwork, review promotional materials, maintain information in Veeva Vault RIM, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive regional regulatory

Qualifications

• Pharmacist qualification is required.
• Practical understanding of regulatory compliance activities including submissions, variations, renewals and lifecycle management.
• Good computer skills including Word, Excel and data management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration across countries, functions and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, planning and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage regulatory compliance and lifecycle activities for the existing and future portfolio, including submissions, variations, renewals and referrals to SAHPRA and other authorities.
• Develop and implement regulatory strategies for export markets across the region, engaging with authorities and external partners.
• Coordinate packaging development and artwork activities, including release of production artwork through the Elanco Artwork System.
• Review and approve promotional materials in PromoMats and coordinate regulatory issues, submissions, and packaging updates.
• Maintain regulatory information in systems such as Veeva Vault RIM and lead regional Regulatory Affairs projects.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Planning and organization

Education

Pharmacist qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Data management

Job description

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today!

Your Role: Regulatory Affairs Manager SASSA

As Regulatory Affairs Manager SASSA, you will support the maintenance of existing and registration of new animal health products, including therapeutics, feed additives, biocides and care products. Based in Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa, you will provide regulatory, scientific, technical and strategic support, with a strong focus on South African Health Products Regulatory Authority portfolio management and export market growth.

Your Responsibilities

• Manage regulatory compliance and lifecycle activities for the existing and future portfolio, including submissions, variations, renewals and referrals to the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority and other relevant authorities.
• Develop and implement regulatory strategies for export markets across the region, while building effective relationships with competent authorities and external regulatory partners.
• Coordinate packaging development and artwork activities, including the release of production artwork through the Elanco Artwork System.
• Review and approve promotional materials in PromoMats, and coordinate national regulatory issues, submissions and packaging updates.
• Maintain regulatory information in systems such as Veeva Vault RIM, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and lead regional Regulatory Affairs projects as required.

What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications)

• Pharmacist qualification.
• Practical understanding of regulatory compliance activities, including submissions, variations, renewals and marketing authorisation lifecycle management.
• Good computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and data management.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective collaboration across countries, functions and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, planning and organisational skills, with the ability to set priorities and assess risk.

What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications)

• Similar experience from the animal health industry.
• Fluent English.

Travel: Less than 10%.

Location: Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa.

Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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Elanco Animal Health Incorporated (NYSE: ELAN) is a global leader in animal health dedicated to innovating and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets, creating value for farmers, pet owners, veterinarians, stakeholders, and society as a whole. With nearly 70 years of animal health heritage, we are committed to helping our customers improve the health of animals in their care, while also making a meaningful impact on our local and global communities. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching life and our Elanco Healthy Purpose™ CSR framework – all to advance the health of animals, people and the planet. Learn more at www.elanco.com.