Andre Green
Columbus
Summary
Knowledgeable Regulatory Specialist with solid background in regulatory compliance and policy implementation. Successfully managed regulatory submissions and facilitated compliance audits, ensuring adherence to industry standards. Demonstrated expertise in International regulatory documentation and risk assessment. Proficient in current International regulations, standards and best practices. Analytical and detail-oriented professional focused on making sure products meet all relevant domestic and international regulatory compliance requirements. Strong Interpersonal skills and experience working with external international partners, as well as internal teams. Methodical and objective with good judgment and sound critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
International Regulatory Specialist II
Bath & Body Works
12.2023 - Current
- Enhanced International regulatory compliance by developing and implementing robust policies and procedures.
- Improved product labeling accuracy by conducting thorough reviews and implementing corrective actions where needed.
- Assisted in the improvement of documentation improvements. Including CFS, COA, other International documentation.
- Streamlined regulatory submission processes for increased efficiency and reduced approval timeframes.
- Evaluated new markets for expansion opportunities, ensuring alignment with applicable regulations before entry.
- Monitor changes in legislation, adjusting company policies accordingly to maintain compliance standards.
- Lead as the point person for all South East Asian Pacific partners, helping to ensure compliance and partner relationships.
Regulatory Specialist I
Bath & Body Works
08.2021 - Current
- Prioritized project-related tasks to efficiently complete essential tasks such as new market openings.
- Prepared and submitted regulatory file applications and supporting documentation.
- Helped to improve the off-set date for registrations in India by 4 weeks.
- Working with the International Regulatory team, I manage partners in South East Asia. Supporting with product registration, compliance issues, providing required documents, as well as managing meetings and correspondence with my partners.
- Monitoring the international regulatory landscape for potential issues and presenting to the broader team/business on upcoming challenges within my markets.
- I have managed the Certificate of Free Sale process, developing relationships with external partners such as PCPC and the Chamber of Commerce.
- Acquired my Notary License
- Developed strong communication skills and the ability to ask analytical questions of partners, internally and externally. Then using that information to better understand the changing Regulatory landscape.
SEASONAL REGULATORY SPECIALIST
Mast Global
03.2021 - 08.2021
- I handle the day to day responsibilities for a Change Management project for the regulatory team
- I coordinate with multiple teams and ensure compliance throughout the process.
- Monitoring the regulatory landscape on a domestic and international level. This includes constantly educating myself on updated laws and potential future changes to regulations that may affect the business.
OUTBOUND LOADER
Mast Global
08.2017 - 03.2021
- Ensured the timely transportation of product in the shipping space to the correct areas
- Handled FedEx shipments and maintained invoices for shipments
- Performed clerical duties such as data entry, signing trucks in and out of the campus, and maintaining records of shipments
- Worked closely with the Non-merchandise team on inventory, data keeping, and corresponding with merchants on expected delivery timelines
- Took charge of handling hazardous shipments
- Educated myself through training, reading of requirements and regulations for these products.
SEASONAL DC5 WCS COORDINATOR
Mast Global
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Managed day to day tasks, such as formula approvals and ensuring proper documentation for product development
- Communicated with partners throughout the enterprise to ensure a continuous workflow and provided guidance on regulatory requirements and guard rails
- Monitored the regulatory landscape on a domestic and international level
- Ensured the timely transportation of product in the shipping space to the correct areas
- Handled FedEx shipments and maintained invoices for shipments
- Performed clerical duties such as data entry, signing trucks in and out of the campus, and maintaining records of shipments
- Worked closely with the Non-merchandise team on inventory, data keeping, and corresponding with merchants on expected delivery timelines
- Took charge of handling hazardous shipments
- Educated myself through training, reading of requirements and regulations for these products.
LEAD TECHNICIAN
Funai
03.2015 - 08.2017
- Monitored fraud orders, ensured tracking of product throughout the DC
- Provided guidance to floor supervisors and leads on workload and wave size
- Worked as a floor technician and eventually was promoted to a lead
- Had a team of 5 working with me to ensure project completion
- Monitored product quality and also helped with repair jobs
- Performed data entry tasks and kept meticulous records on repair styles/costs
- Have general programming knowledge and have been trusted to work independently on different projects
- Trained other employees in day to day responsibilities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
12.2022
Skills
- Experienced with SAP, Microsoft Business Suite
- Experience with multiple databases, including Microsoft Access, Business Objects
- Notary
- Experienced in International Regulations and Risk Assessment
- Policy Analysis
- International Partner Management
- Meeting coordination
Awards
WGU Excellence Award
Education
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Coursework
- Psychology for Educators
- Cultural Studies and Diversity
Timeline
International Regulatory Specialist II
Bath & Body Works
12.2023 - Current
Regulatory Specialist I
Bath & Body Works
08.2021 - Current
SEASONAL REGULATORY SPECIALIST
Mast Global
03.2021 - 08.2021
SEASONAL DC5 WCS COORDINATOR
Mast Global
08.2020 - 02.2021
OUTBOUND LOADER
Mast Global
08.2017 - 03.2021
LEAD TECHNICIAN
Funai
03.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Elementary Education
WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY