Sara Oveson
Saratoga Springs
Summary
Detail oriented Regulatory Affairs Specialist with over 4 years of experience in regulatory compliance and quality assurance. Proven expertise in developing strategic initiatives that ensure adherence to local and international regulations while promoting business growth. Proficient in data analysis and collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Global ECommerce Regulatory Specialist
Pattern
06.2023 - Current
- Utilize data to help internal teams with company expansion efforts.
- Analyzed complex regulatory data to identify potential risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Conducted training sessions for team members on evolving regulations and compliance requirements.
- Recommended improvements to processes.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Young Living Essential Oils
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Review product formulas for compliance within the US & Canada markets.
- Provide risk assessments as needed.
- Liaison between international markets, external legal counsel, and foreign government agencies to register products and ensure compliance with all necessary laws and regulations.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (Research and Development, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Purchasing, Portfolio, and Project Management) to gather all necessary information to complete product registrations.
- Reviewed marketing materials (labels, website, copy, videos, etc.) to ensure compliance with claims (health claims, nutrition claims, and cosmetic claims).
- Keep running status and timelines for multiple projects and update key stakeholders as needed.
Global Conduct Success Liaison
Young Living Essential Oils
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Ensured compliance with company goals through international market liaison.
- Facilitated cross-department communication to enhance member experience satisfaction.
- Updated knowledge of global market policies and procedures regularly.
- Monitored global regulatory trends to mitigate compliance risks effectively.
North America Conduct Success Advocate
Young Living Essential Oils
04.2019 - 11.2020
- Mitigated escalated cases in US and Canada through management collaboration.
- Trained new hires on standard operating procedures and policy compliance.
- Gained expertise in US regulatory guidelines to ensure compliance.
- Acquired knowledge of Canadian regulatory guidelines to support market operations.
Member Services Representative
Young Living Essential Oils
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Enhanced brand partner support through effective phone, chat, and email communication.
- Developed expertise in Not For Resale and On The Ground markets.
- Facilitated international market support via live chat and email communications.
- Served as liaison for international chat team, ensuring seamless brand partner experiences.
Education
Business Management - International Business
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT, US01.2021
Skills
- Effective Time Management
- International regulations
- Training
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Business Process Improvement
Timeline
Global ECommerce Regulatory Specialist
Pattern
06.2023 - Current
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Young Living Essential Oils
03.2022 - 06.2023
Global Conduct Success Liaison
Young Living Essential Oils
11.2020 - 03.2022
North America Conduct Success Advocate
Young Living Essential Oils
04.2019 - 11.2020
Member Services Representative
Young Living Essential Oils
01.2017 - 04.2019
Business Management - International Business
Utah Valley University