Manager, Quality and Regulatory (BeautyCosmetics)

Welcome to IBG!IBG (Innovative Beauty Group) is a global one-stop beauty shop. By partnering with our clients as an extension of their teams we bring beauty visions to life. IBG consists of more than 300 colleagues spread over 13 locations worldwide.

IBG North America specializes in turnkey solutions private label and packaging in the beauty industry. Together we are concept builders and boosters with global opportunities for well-known retailers and brands.

We are currently looking for a Manager Quality Assurance & Regulatory to lead quality and regulatory compliance across our beauty personal care and consumer products portfolio. This role is responsible for ensuring products meet the highest quality standards and comply with applicable Canadian and U.S. regulatory requirements throughout the product development and production lifecycle from initial specifications and development samples through to pre-production production QC and final QA shipment release.

Reporting to the Head of QAR North America you will serve as a key quality leader and trusted partner to Product Development Project Management Supply Chain and Commercial teams. The ideal candidate is technically strong detail-oriented and passionate about driving quality excellence while supporting innovation and business growth.

This role is for an existing vacancy.

In this role you will:

Quality & Regulatory Leadership

Ensure products comply with Canadian and U.S. cosmetic and consumer product regulations.

Review and approve product specifications ingredient documentation and product labeling.

Provide regulatory guidance to internal teams and support client compliance requirements.

Approve artwork and packaging for regulatory compliance prior to production.

Quality Assurance & Product Evaluation

Oversee product evaluations throughout development pre-production and production stages.

Develop inspection and quality control plans to ensure products meet client specifications.

Review testing inspection and quality documentation to support product approvals.

Product Release & Continuous Improvement

Review quality control reports and authorize final shipment releases.

Develop maintain and improve SOPs quality standards and quality management documentation.

Identify process improvements and drive quality initiatives across the organization.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Product Development Supply Chain Project Management Sales and external vendors.

Coordinate third-party testing and inspection activities.

Provide training and guidance on quality standards regulatory requirements and best practices.

About you

Bachelors degree in chemistry Biology Biochemistry Pharmacy or a related scientific discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in Quality Assurance Quality Control and/or Regulatory Affairs within cosmetics personal care OTC or consumer products.

Strong working knowledge of Health Canada FDA MOCRA and cosmetic labeling requirements.

Experience with product specifications quality systems SOP development inspections and regulatory compliance processes.

Experience managing external testing laboratories and quality inspection programs.

Previous leadership coaching or team development experience is considered an asset.

Familiarity with EU cosmetic regulations is an asset

Key competencies

Strong understanding of quality systems and regulatory compliance.

Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

High attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Collaborative leadership style with a continuous improvement mindset

What we offer

You will enjoy being part of an energetic and hands-on team excited about beauty and home care. You will work with passionate and talented colleagues who inspire and support each other. We have fun and celebrate successes together but we are also not afraid to roll up our sleeves and get the job done.

On top of that you will get:

• A competitive total rewards package with a salary range of $70000-$85000 depending on experience

• A comprehensive health/dental and retirement savings plan with employer match

• To work in a hybrid environment with the opportunity to work 2 days remotely

• An international working environment full of energy beauty and growth

• Opportunities to grow both personally and professionally.

• Of course a great bunch of colleagues.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled tools may be used to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams our use of AI does not replace human decision making and all final hiring decisions are made by authorized human personnel.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences and encourage applications from individuals of all races ethnicities religions genders sexual orientations ages abilities and other identities. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process please let us know by contacting us atso we can work with you to meet your needs.