Global Regulatory Compliance Manager

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Job Purpose

Provide global regulatory leadership for the company by ensuring compliance with global food laws and regulations, managing regulatory submissions, and staying current with global food laws and regulations. Develop the company’s global compliance program and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement regulatory strategies and ensure compliance. Monitor changes in global food regulations and communicate updates to key stakeholders.

Essential Functions

Provide global regulatory leadership for the companyEnsure products comply with governmental regulations in all current and target markets/countries such as NAM, EMEA, LATAM, Canada, and APACDevelop and implement regulatory strategies to meet global compliance requirements for the companyAssist in the development of global regulatory systems and procedures for country-specific and local applicationsRemain current with global regulatory requirements and changes in the food manufacturing industry to enhance regulatory strategies and ensure maintained complianceParticipate in cross-functional project teams, identifying risks or concerns as projects move from ideation to launchLead the global regulatory affairs of the department by providing intelligence, interpretation, analysis, and overall strategy in support of company businessPrepare timely and accurate responses to customer inquiries – both internal and external – regarding the regulatory status of products, their ingredients, and the processes used to produce themConduct reviews of raw materials, ingredient compositions, formulations, nutritional, labeling, and emerging agency regulations, overseeing the regulatory approval processes of ingredients and formulations for our products globallyFulfill regulatory compliance needs from all key stakeholders and customers in an accurate and timely mannerProvide regulatory support to Canadian facilities regarding nutrition, labeling, ingredient declarations, standards of , etc.Perform risk assessment for the company with ever-changing enforcement and regulation changes in the different regions around the worldAccurately maintain product information databases; establish and maintain procedures and processes to ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in audits of all related proceduresProvide regulatory assistance for key customers ensuring products succeed in their evolving formulas as neededPrepare and submit necessary documentation for regulatory approvals and certifications in various countriesWork strategically across divisions and with stakeholders to understand key regulatory objectives ensuring alignment with business growth objectivesWork with outside partners to complete required translations for projects within the departmentCommunicate professionally with governmental agencies and joint venture partners on all matters affecting our global regulatory complianceWork with peers in regulatory department on key industry-related issues as neededMaintain professional relationships with cross-functional teamsSupport food safety program, quality standards, and legality of manufactured productsPerform other job-related duties as assigned

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Competencies)

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology, food science, regulatory affairs, or related discipline5+ years of experience with an ingredient/food manufacturing company or food science/technical/regulatory organization with specific time spent in international food safety standards and regulationsProven experience in global regulatory affairs, preferably in the food industryExperience with NAM, EMEA, LATAM, Canada, and APAC; Canada and LATAM In-depth knowledge of international food safety standards and regulationsDemonstrated experience developing compliance programs and implementing regulatory strategies and protocolsAbility to interface with regulatory agencies/authoritiesExcellent knowledge of relevant federal and state compliance regulations and food and labeling regulations related to the bakery industryStrong knowledge of and experience with product specification sheets, nutritional panels, product labeling requirementsHighly proficient skills using MS Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, ESHA Genesis or another nutritional software packageDetail oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyAbility to effectively communicate with all levels of the companyAbility to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently in a flexible work environment with changing prioritiesStrong leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and decision-making skillsAbility to manage, train, and develop othersExcellent writing and reviewing skills with strong attention to detailAbility to work proactively and handle increasing levels of responsibility

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