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Marina Rymar

Summary

Results-driven Product Development Scientist specializing in quality assurance and regulatory compliance. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring adherence to FDA regulations and driving continuous product improvements.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Product Development Scientist / Quality&Regulatory

The Kroger Co.
Boca Raton, Florida
10.2016 - Current

Scope & Impact

  • Lead product development, quality, and regulatory compliance activities for private-label dietary supplements and functional foods in a GMP-regulated environment.
  • Support the full product lifecycle from concept through commercialization, including formulation review, specifications, supplier qualification, and documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with FDA and cGMP requirements (21 CFR 111 & 101), including label review, Supplement Facts, and technical documentation.

Key Responsibilities & Achievements

  • Oversee the Product Audit Program, testing approximately 20% of assigned Kroger and Vitacost SKUs across Dietary Supplements, OTC Drugs, Medical Devices, Cosmetics, Health Foods, Infant Formula, and Baby Food.
  • Partner closely with suppliers and manufacturers to investigate findings, implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs), and verify effectiveness.
  • Analyze and trend customer complaint data to drive continuous product improvement; enhanced branded complaint processes through collaboration with Customer Service teams.
  • Review, establish, and maintain finished product specifications, coordinating internally and externally to ensure regulatory and quality alignment.
  • Develop and manage the Vitacost Change Control Program, including review of proposed changes, approval routing, impact assessment, and implementation tracking.
  • Coordinate cross-functionally with Quality, Regulatory, Sourcing, Operations, and Customer Service teams to resolve compliance and quality issues.
  • Successfully supported product development and regulatory operations in a fully remote capacity (2020–2023).

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Kroger/Vitacost
Boca Raton, Florida
07.2018 - 09.2025
  • Provided regulatory and food safety compliance support for private-label dietary supplements.
  • Reviewed labels, Supplement Facts, and product documentation for compliance with FDA regulations.
  • Conducted supplier qualification activities, supported audits, and assisted with FDA inspection readiness.
  • Supported product quality investigations, complaint handling, and CAPA implementation.

Formulation & Product Development Associate

Nature’s Value, Inc.
Coram, NY
06.2009 - 10.2016
  • Supported formulation, research, and development of dietary supplements.
  • Assisted with ingredient research, product testing, and documentation.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to bring compliant products to market

Education

PLMA Executive Education Program – Food Marketing

Saint Joseph’s University
Chicago, IL
01-2016

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Nutrition

Long Island University
01-2014

Bachelor of Arts - Management, Marketing & Related Support Services

Rutgers University
Camden, NY
01-2008

Skills

Regulatory & Compliance

  • FDA Regulations (21 CFR 111, 101)
  • cGMP Compliance
  • Label Review & Supplement Facts
  • Regulatory Documentation & Technical Files
  • Product Registration Support
  • Commercialization Support

Quality Systems

  • Product Audits & Testing Programs
  • CAPA Management
  • Change Control Programs
  • Customer Complaint Investigations
  • Recall Support & Risk Assessment
  • Supplier Qualification & Audits

Product Development

  • Finished Product Specifications
  • Formulation Review
  • First Production & Commercialization Readiness
  • Cross-Functional Product Lifecycle Support
  • Tools & Collaboration
  • Supplier & Manufacturer Management
  • Cross-Functional Coordination (Quality, Regulatory, Sourcing, Ops, CS)
  • Documentation Management (SharePoint / Internal Systems)
  • Fully Remote Collaboration (Teams, Email, Trackers)

Languages

Russian
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

FSMA PCQI Certificate & FSVP Importer Certificate

Affiliations

Wellness & Nutrition

Work Experience

Product Development Scientist

The Kroger Co/Vitacost.com — Boca Raton, FL | Hybrid
June 2018 – Present

New Product Development Specialist / Product Development Specialist

Vitacost.com  — Boca Raton, FL | Hybrid

October 2016 – June 2018 (Vitacost prior to Kroger acquisition)

Formulation & Product Development Associate

Nature’s Value, Inc. — Coram, NY | On-site

June 2009 – October 2016

Timeline

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Kroger/Vitacost
07.2018 - 09.2025

Product Development Scientist / Quality&Regulatory

The Kroger Co.
10.2016 - Current

Formulation & Product Development Associate

Nature’s Value, Inc.
06.2009 - 10.2016

PLMA Executive Education Program – Food Marketing

Saint Joseph’s University

Bachelor of Science - Clinical Nutrition

Long Island University

Bachelor of Arts - Management, Marketing & Related Support Services

Rutgers University
Marina Rymar