Regulatory Licensing Specialist

Patterson Companies, Inc.•Saint Paul, MN

About The Position

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization. The Regulatory Licensing Specialist is responsible to determine, prepare, and submit required licensing in adherence with industry standards and protocols across the United States and Canada. This role is accountable to maintain knowledge of regulations, advise on changes, and provide reporting to ensure operational efficiency within regulatory compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field or equivalent education and/or experience
2 years of experience in a regulatory or compliance-focused role, preferably in a healthcare or pharmaceutical setting
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex regulatory information
Time management skills to meet deadlines; ability to prioritize, multi-task and adapt to changing priorities
Strong analytical, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of regulatory compliance and licensing laws and regulations
Self-motivated and results-driven, with a strong sense of accountability to complete work timely
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Nice To Haves

3 years of experience in a regulatory or compliance-focused role, preferably in a healthcare or pharmaceutical setting

Responsibilities

Determine licensing and regulatory submissions required and prepare documentation for new and/or renewals of license/registration applications (including, FDA, DEA, and State Boards of Pharmacy) in adherence to strict requirements and deadlines
Facilitate registration and reporting activities for respective Federal, State and /or local agencies and accreditation boards as appropriate for license maintenance
Research and interpret licensing compliance related laws and regulations and make recommendations to leadership to ensure compliance based on regulation changes; advise cross-functionally to maintain compliance with federal, state and local licensing regulations
Represent the organization to regulatory agencies; develop and maintain professional relationships while working with regulators across various state or federal agencies
Maintain licensing and application data within required systems to track application results, permits, and accreditations to include agency, renewal dates, and other related data
Prepare and analyze reports for operational efficiency regulatory compliance; advise management of trends and opportunities
Act as a liaison for licensing-related issues and contribute to applicable communications; partner cross-functionally with field leadership and external agencies as appropriate
Develop, document, and/or evaluate internal processes and reports and recommend enhancements to streamline workflow while ensuring compliance with regulatory and company requirements
Collaborate and ensure effective communication across teams (i.e., Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, Purchasing, Logistics, Finance and Legal) for compliance needs
Assist with reporting and product registrations (i.e., pesticides, drugs, commercial feed) as necessary
Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned