Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist, Controlled Substances Monitoring Program (CSMP)

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Position Summary

The Sr. Regulatory Affairs Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring McKessons compliance with Controlled Substances Monitoring Program (CSMP) policies and procedures as well as obligations under a nationwide opioid litigation settlement agreement. This position focuses on optimizing compliance processes for efficiency and scalability while supporting governance activities and engagement with a third-party monitor. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Regulatory Affairs this role collaborates across departments to uphold McKessons commitment to regulatory excellence and controlled substance compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and support processes to monitor ongoing compliance with CSMP policies and procedures.

• Develop and implement processes to ensure adherence to injunctive relief provisions under the nationwide opioid litigation settlement.

• Support engagement with a third-party monitor during annual reviews required by the injunctive relief provisions of the nationwide opioid litigation settlement.

• Support CSMP governance activities including preparing reports and materials for governance-related meetings.

• Coordinate cross-functional efforts with internal departments to meet CSMP requirements.

• Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on compliance and governance matters.

Minimum Requirement

Degree or equivalent and typically requires 7 years of relevant experience.

Must-Have Experience

• Experience: Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in compliance regulatory or legal roles within healthcare or pharmaceutical environments.

• Regulatory Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state regulations governing controlled substances distribution and dispensing.

• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills including experience preparing executive-level reports and presentations.

• Project Management: Proven ability to manage complex projects from inception to implementation delivering on time and within scope.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel PowerPoint Word) and familiarity with generative AI tools.

• Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately manage and review complex regulatory documentation and compliance processes ensuring precision and adherence to requirements.

• Education: Undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience.

Nice-to-Have Experience

• Prior experience interacting with federal or state regulators in the pharmaceutical supply chain.

• Background in controlled substance compliance and diversion programs.

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative matrixed organization as an effective team player.

• Results-oriented mindset with strong attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Location Irving TX; Alpharetta GA; or Washington DC. Remote work may be considered for the right candidate.

• General Office demands.

*Candidates based in the DallasFort Worth (DFW) area will be hired in a hybrid capacity and are expected to work onsite at our Las Colinas office a minimum of two (2) days per week with the remaining days worked remotely. Specific inoffice days may be designated based on team needs and business priorities.

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