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Mimi Park

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Summary

Strategic and results-driven Quality Executive with over 25 years of progressive leadership in pharmaceutical and nutrition sectors. Demonstrated expertise in developing and enhancing global quality systems, spearheading regulatory inspections, and ensuring compliance across multi-site operations. Skilled in aligning quality initiatives with business objectives, cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, and guaranteeing product safety and regulatory excellence in highly regulated environments, including infant nutrition.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Director, Raw and Pack Vendor Management

Nestle Health Science U.S
Bohemia
08.2024 - Current
  • Ensured vendor compliance with regulatory, safety, and sustainability standards.
  • Conducted audits to mitigate supply chain risks through thorough assessments.
  • Maintained necessary documentation and certifications for compliance purposes.
  • Collaborated with procurement, quality assurance, R&D, and operations teams to align vendor capabilities with business objectives.
  • Partnered with finance to manage budgets and initiate cost-saving strategies.
  • Drove continuous improvement initiatives in vendor management processes and systems.
  • Leveraged market intelligence to identify trends in raw and packaging materials.

Senior Director, Quality Compliance

Nestle Health Science
Bohemia
09.2019 - 08.2024
  • Directed global quality strategy across eight manufacturing and packaging sites, ensuring FDA, EU, and WHO compliance.
  • Led a team of over 40 QA/QC professionals in North America and Europe.
  • Spearheaded digital transformation of QMS, reducing deviation closure time by thirty-five percent.
  • Oversaw global product development, stability programs, and consumer complaint management systems.
  • Managed third-party certifications, including GMP, HACCP, Kosher, Halal, Organic, Non-GMO, and USP.
  • Served as primary liaison with FDA and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance.

Director, Global Analytical Services

Nestle Health Science
Bohemia
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • Standardized global laboratory operations and facilitated analytical method transfers.
  • Provided analytical support across international sites to uphold product quality.
  • Led design and execution of global stability program in accordance with ICH guidelines.

Senior Manager, AR&D and Stability

Nestle Health Science
Bohemia
09.2017 - 06.2018
  • Directed research and developed stability protocols for new and reformulated products.
  • Ensured audit readiness and maintained regulatory compliance throughout network operations.

Quality Manager (Site Quality) - Solgar Vitamins

Nestle Health Science
Leonia
04.2015 - 09.2017

Led site QA/QC operations to ensure compliance during FDA inspections.

Implemented comprehensive quality systems that improved FPQ, cycle time, and complaint metrics.

Head of QA and Complaince/Regulatory Affairs

Elite Pharmaceuticals, Inc
Northvale
07.2010 - 10.2014

Directed QA and regulatory functions to ensure compliance with FDA, DEA, and global standards.

Led regulatory submissions for IND, NDA, and ANDA while managing QMS and documentation.

  • Oversaw audits to maintain rigorous adherence to industry regulations.

Director of Analtics and QC

Elite Pharceuticals, Inc
Northvale
02.2006 - 06.2009

Reduced analysis turnaround time by 50% through leadership of R&D and QC operations.

Developed new documentation and training systems to enhance process efficiency.

Assistant Director-Section Leader-Principle Scient

Purdue Pharma L.P.
Ardsley
09.1995 - 06.2005

Progressively advanced through leadership roles in analytical development and quality assurance.

Led development and validation of methods while ensuring GLP compliance.

Education

Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry

Stevens Institute of Technology
Hoboken, NJ
05-2004

Skills

  • Global quality strategy and governance
  • Regulatory compliance (FDA, ICH, ISO)
  • Quality management systems (QMS, CAPA, change control)
  • Risk-based decision making
  • Supplier quality oversight
  • GMP, HACCP, FSMA standards
  • Regulatory inspection readiness
  • Cross-functional leadership

Timeline

Director, Raw and Pack Vendor Management

Nestle Health Science U.S
08.2024 - Current

Senior Director, Quality Compliance

Nestle Health Science
09.2019 - 08.2024

Director, Global Analytical Services

Nestle Health Science
06.2018 - 07.2019

Senior Manager, AR&D and Stability

Nestle Health Science
09.2017 - 06.2018

Quality Manager (Site Quality) - Solgar Vitamins

Nestle Health Science
04.2015 - 09.2017

Head of QA and Complaince/Regulatory Affairs

Elite Pharmaceuticals, Inc
07.2010 - 10.2014

Director of Analtics and QC

Elite Pharceuticals, Inc
02.2006 - 06.2009

Assistant Director-Section Leader-Principle Scient

Purdue Pharma L.P.
09.1995 - 06.2005

Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry

Stevens Institute of Technology
Mimi Park
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