Susana Sargento

Direct backup of Regulatory Affairs Director, ensuring seamless operations.

• Ensured timely launches of drugs according to annual Work Plan for Generic and Brand products.
• Collaborated in implementing Local Department Standard Operating Procedures aligned with regulatory compliance.
• Managed local implementation of Drug Shortage notifications, minimizing exposure risks for TEVA.
• Oversaw compliance checks on pharmacovigilance communications to uphold standards.
• Coordinated artwork management for new product launches, brand implementations, and Safety Variations.
• Supervised two Officers to enhance departmental efficiency.

• Coordinated Regulatory Affairs team of five direct reports, reporting to EU Regional RA Head.
• Served as primary contact for EU Regional RA Head and Local General Manager.
• Managed local Regulatory Affairs budget and overall team performance.
• Contributed to Local Compliance Committee to ensure adherence to regulations.
• Liaised with Local Business Development and Portfolio Manager for alignment on launch strategies.

• Provided expert guidance on regulatory matters during the decision-making process at board meetings.

Reported to Medical Direction while overseeing internal coordination of regulatory affairs team.
Managed a team of three, ensuring effective communication with Global Team.

• Liaised with health authorities for successful product registrations.
• Trained new employees effectively reducing their learning curve and increasing productivity sooner than usual.
• Developed standard operating procedures to streamline routine tasks and improve productivity.
• Collaborated with international teams for effective management of global projects.
• Reviewed marketing materials for compliance with advertising regulations protecting the company against legal implications.
• Streamlined internal processes to enhance efficiency in regulatory affairs.