Senior Director, Regulatory & Quality
$150,000–$175,000 year
On-site · Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Job Summary
Senior Director, Regulatory & Quality leads regulatory and quality programs across NHP, cannabis, and food science operations. Builds and oversees regulatory submissions, licensing activities, inspections, and quality systems (GMP/GPP/HACCP) across multiple sites; drives product safety, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include strategic leadership on regulatory matters, cross-functional collaboration with Operations, R&D, Product Development, and Supply Chain, and preparing for internal and external audits and certifications. Oversees SOP development, deviation and CAPA processes, validation activities, risk management, and quality control. The role requires a Master’s degree (or equivalent strong experience), 10+ years in regulatory affairs/quality roles, travel, and authorization to work in Canada. Based in Vancouver, BC, on-site with opportunities for growth and bonus programs.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, or related field (Bachelor’s degree considered with strong experience)
- 10+ years of progressive experience in Regulatory Affairs and Quality roles within NHP, cannabis, food, pharma, or related regulated industries
- Strong knowledge of Health Canada (NNHPD, Cannabis Regulations), CFIA, GMP, GPP, HACCP, and related frameworks
- Demonstrated leadership experience in scaling teams and strengthening compliance programs across multiple sites
- Proven success in managing regulatory submissions, licensing, inspections, and quality systems
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder-management skills
- Experience with crisis management, recalls, investigations, and compliance risk mitigation
- Relevant certifications (e.g., HACCP, PCQI, RA/QA certifications) considered an asset
- Travel Required
- Must have authorization to work in Canada
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