Job Purpose Responsible for leading UPL's global strategy related to Regulatory Science and Asset Management. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the company's compliance with global regulatory requirements while maximizing the value of research, development, and commercial assets across their lifecycle. The role requires a strategic, hands-on approach to managing regulatory approvals, optimizing portfolio decisions, driving lifecycle management, and ensuring regulatory excellence to support business growth and innovation. Primary Key Responsibilities Regulatory Compliance Management * Oversee global regulatory compliance, ensuring all products meet the necessary regulatory standards in the countries where they are sold. * Manage the regulatory approval process for new products, ensuring registrations are completed efficiently and maintaining ongoing compliance. * Ensure timely product approvals, registrations, renewals, and lifecycle submissions across key markets (India, US, EU, LATAM, APAC, Africa, etc.). Regulatory Science Leadership * Lead and strengthen the organization's regulatory science capabilities to support innovation and product development. * Provide strategic regulatory guidance throughout the product development lifecycle. * Monitor and interpret evolving global regulatory frameworks and assess their business impact. * Develop data-driven regulatory strategies that accelerate approvals and enhance market access. Asset Management & Portfolio Optimization * Lead the strategic management of UPL's global product and innovation asset portfolio. * Establish governance frameworks for asset prioritization, investment decisions, and portfolio reviews. * Drive portfolio optimization by evaluating commercial potential, technical feasibility, regulatory risks, and resource requirements. * Monitor asset performance and ensure alignment with corporate growth objectives. * Partner with R&D;, Commercial,



and Finance teams to identify opportunities for value creation and maximize return on investment across the portfolio. * Lead lifecycle management strategies for existing products, including registrations, label expansions, line extensions, formulation improvements, and market expansion opportunities. * Provide strategic recommendations on asset progression, partnerships, acquisitions, licensing opportunities, and portfolio rationalization decisions. * Ensure cross-functional alignment on key asset milestones, development timelines, and commercialization plans. Strategic Planning and Regulatory Policy Development * Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic plans addressing global regulatory challenges and business priorities. * Develop long-term regulatory and asset management strategies that support innovation, sustainability, and market expansion goals. * Support portfolio decision-making through scientific, regulatory, and commercial assessments. Cross-functional Collaboration * Work closely with internal teams, including R&D;, Legal, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, and Commercial departments to align regulatory and asset strategies with business objectives. * Ensure timely and cost-effective approvals and successful commercialization of products in key markets. * Support business development initiatives through regulatory due diligence and asset evaluation. Team Leadership * Lead and mentor a global team of regulatory affairs, regulatory science, and asset management professionals.



* Foster a high-performance culture and ensure team members are equipped with the necessary tools and training to succeed in a dynamic global environment. * Build organizational capability in portfolio management, lifecycle planning, and regulatory excellence. Market Intelligence and Portfolio Insights * Monitor global regulatory trends, emerging scientific requirements, and competitive landscape developments. * Assess potential impacts on the product portfolio and provide actionable recommendations to senior leadership. * Identify emerging opportunities and risks affecting strategic assets and business growth. Qualifications Required * Education: Master's degree or equivalent in Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Ph.D. preferred. * Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, Regulatory Science, Product Development, Portfolio Management, or related functions within the agrochemical, crop protection, biotechnology, or life sciences sectors. At least 5 years in a senior leadership role. * Global Expertise: Extensive knowledge of international regulatory frameworks, including the EU, US, APAC, LATAM, and Africa regions, with a proven track record of navigating complex global regulatory landscapes. * Asset Management Expertise: Demonstrated experience in portfolio management, lifecycle management, asset prioritization, and strategic investment decision-making. * Strategic Thinking: Proven ability to develop and execute general regulatory and asset strategies that drive business growth and innovation. * Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence senior executives and cross-functional stakeholders globally. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Global Head Regulatory Science and Asset Management (Cataluña)
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