Regulatory Affairs Specialist I

The Product Regulatory & Stewardship (LAR PSRA) is responsible for executing Eastman business strategy by enabling products registration, actives defense, use extension and commercialization in compliance with legislation in Latin America countries. To effectively accomplish this, the LAR PSRA must prioritize efforts which align with Eastman business strategies, business cases and aligned with other areas support (as ex. Sales, Trade compliance, Legal, Logistics, Development, CSR, Quality control, Finance, sites, etc). The role covers mainly Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Ecuador, Mexico, Costas Rica, Peru and Colombia, travelling of about 5% can be required. 

• Support products registration and post-registration activities across Latin American countries. 

• Prepare regulatory processes, analyze documents, complete forms, apply for products registrations and licenses, review labels and technical materials, and submit periodic reports to regulatory agencies.
• Maintain contact with regulatory agencies, laboratories, trade associations, and consultants.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams across other areas.

• Effectively prioritize, track, implement, organize and ensure regulatory compliance, in alignment with business strategy.

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Agronomy, Science, Biology, Chemistry, or related areas
• 3 years’ experience in Regulatory area with ANVISA, MAPA and/or IBAMA
• Advanced English/Portuguese (desirable Spanish)
• Proactive, with goof communication, attention to detail, analytical thinking, and organizational skills.
• Eager to learn, works well in cross-functional teams, and flexible to meet diverse internal demands.