PbPOSITION : /b Regulatory Specialist /ppbAREA : /bRD and Innovation /ppbBASED AT : /bPaterna, Valencia /ppbREPORTING DIRECT : /b Global Regulatory Coordinator /ppbREPORTING MATRIX : /b Global Head RD /ppbr/ppbr/ppbMISSION OF THE ROLE: /b /ppThe Regulatory and Technical Specialist will be a key driver of Decco’s regional regulatory strategy and a critical link to global regulatory projects as well as ensures validation of RD initiatives through field and lab trials, directly supporting business growth. Responsibilities include providing regulatory technical support in region and global coordinating cross-functional teams on regional/global RD projects and partnering with customers to create new business opportunities. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in regulatory workflows, dossier preparation, and authority coordination, combined with hands-on experience in product performance trials. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and adaptability are essential to introduce and validate post-harvest technologies aligned with business needs while collaborating with key industry stakeholders. /ppbr/ppbr/ppbKEY RESPONSIBILITIES: /b /ppbr/ppb1) Regulatory and technical responsibilities /b /ppbr/pulliDevelop and execute regional regulatory strategies aligned with regional global strategic plans. /liliSupport to bdossier preparation /b, regulatory submissions, and coordinate with authorities to ensure compliance. /liliRegulatory documents management from cross functional stakeholders to support Global regulatory coordinator /liliManage regulatory study documents/ reports from cross-functional teams to RD and regulatory global coordinator. /liliCoordination with internal regulatory collegues (UPL, Advanta) to expedite the project progress. /liliAdministrate regulatory studies and ensure timely completion and reporting. /liliEngage and coordinate with consultants to drive the regulatory projects on time. /liliSupport RD evaluation plan for the priority projects. /liliMaintain relationships with national Universities and government bodies to liaison and cross leverage knowledge resources. /li /ulpbr/ppb2) Business support responsibilities /b /ppbr/pulliIdentify new post-harvest commercial opportunities to build business revenue. /liliEngage in commercial and promotional activities through technical presentations, product recommendations, and training. /li /ulpbr/ppbr/ppbREQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS: /b /pulliMS degree (or higher) in agriculture and related field. /lilibMinimum 5 years of relevant working experience /brelated to job description mentioned. /liliKnowledge of regulatory authorities and registration need in diverse geographies especially in Asia. /liliGood experience in regulatory workflow and conducting RD trials (field, packhouse, lab) on diverse crops and geographies. /liliAbility to work in a team environment – Collaboration and Cooperation /liliComputer skills: Excel and other MS Office programs /liliExcellent communication and interpersonal skills /li /ulpbr/ppbPREFERRED EXPERIENCE, SKILLS: /b /pulliMBA or management diploma in agribusiness and related /liliUnderstanding of post-harvest management (fruit, vegetables, cereals). /liliWilling to travel. /liliKnowledge of agrochemicals, biologicals and its general use /liliProject management experience /li /ulpbr/ppbKEY COMPETENCIES: /b /ppbr/pullibCultivates innovation - /b Thinks creatively and implements solutions for everyday problems; Strives to continually improve own processes and areas of business; Puts forward proposals and develops strategic implementation plans to introduce new and improved ways of operating. /li /ulpbr/pullibResults orientation - /bStrong capability in focusing on tasks and results to achieving goals, solving problems, maintaining productivity, and making fast decisions by using a critical thinking approach. /li /ulpbr/pullibOrganization/project management /b - Plan and schedule work according to changing priorities; designs and maintains effective systems and processes for managing work. /li /ulpbr/pullibInterpersonal impact - /bAbility to bring together divergent views, develop consensus, and maintain credibility skill at building networks and an ability to engage with people from other parts of the world. /li /ulpbr/pullibResourcefulness /b– Identifying, Securing Deploying resources effectively efficiently (People, funds, infrastructure) to accomplish a goal. /li /ulpbr/pullibCoordination /b– Connecting with diverse cross functional team both regionally and globally. /li /ul