Regulatory Affairs Specialist at CJ Olive Young USA

• Location: Los Angeles, CA
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Pay Range: $75,000 – $95,000/year + Eligible for annual performance-based bonus

Benefits:

401(k) with Company Match, Employee Discount Program, Lifestyle Allowance, Mobile Phone Plan Reimbursement, Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Flexible Work Hours, Wellness Days, Creative Leave, Monthly Team Building Budget and more!

About Us

CJ Olive Young introduced the first Korean Health & Beauty store in 1999, pioneering the industry and becoming Korea’s No. 1 Health & Beauty store. With over 1,390 stores across Korea and a global network reaching 150 countries, OLIVE YOUNG is now evolving into a Global Lifestyle Platform that brings the best of Health & Beauty to customers worldwide.

CJ Olive Young USA, Inc. is a dynamic Health & Beauty retailer specializing in skincare and cosmetics in North America! As we expand, we are also curating a selection of local U.S. beauty brands, bringing innovative and high-quality products to our customers.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Regulatory Affairs Specialist to ensure our products and operations comply with all applicable U.S. federal, state, and local regulations. This role will play a critical part in bridging communication with our Korea HQ, overseeing product compliance, import documentation, quality claims, and regulatory audits. You will be a key contributor in maintaining operational excellence and regulatory alignment in a fast-growing beauty retail environment.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor changes in U.S. cosmetic regulations (e.g., FDA, MoCRA, Prop 65) and flag necessary actions for internal alignment.
• Review and validate product ingredient lists to ensure compliance with FDA and U.S. state-level ingredient restrictions.
• Conduct detailed labeling reviews of primary and secondary packaging to verify INCI naming, mandatory statements, and claim language accuracy.
• Communicate with Korea HQ and vendors to collect and assess required documentation (e.g., PIF, SDS, CoA, safety test reports) for U.S. market readiness.
• Maintain compliance documentation for all imported SKUs and ensure accurate onboarding into internal product databases.
• Support cross-functional teams (e.g., Merchandising, Marketing) by reviewing promotional content and packaging claims for regulatory accuracy.
• Manage product registration and import documentation, coordinating with customs brokers as needed to ensure smooth import clearance.
• Track and investigate product-related VOCs (Voice of Customers) and prepare initial reports for internal review or regulatory response.
• Assist in supplier compliance audits and gather GMP-related evidence during onboarding or periodic quality reviews.
• Help develop and update internal SOPs and regulatory guidelines for cosmetics entering the U.S. market.
• Provide regulatory support during product recalls, labeling updates, or regulatory inquiries from U.S. agencies.

Qualifications

• 5 years+ of experience in quality assurance, preferably in a U.S.-based beauty or personal care platform
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field (e.g., Chemistry, Biotechnology, Life Sciences)
• In-depth understanding of U.S. and international regulatory frameworks (FDA, ISO standards, etc.)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in quality assurance roles at major U.S. beauty retailers or platforms
• Bilingual in English and Korean
• Experience with ISO 22716 certification or compliance (GMP for cosmetics)
• Familiarity with cross-border operations and global supply chain regulatory challenges

Additional Information

• Employment decisions will be made in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance hiring laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.