Regulatory Compliance Manager

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Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in a science field, ideally in Nutrition, Biology, Food Science, or Chemistry
• A minimum of five years of professional program management experience in regulatory compliance and quality management systems
• Prior professional experience interpreting and applying complex regulations
• Proven proficiency in nutrition analysis software and labeling databases, preferred Flavor Studio software
• Familiar with the regulatory (FDA, USDA) labelling requirements for Infant to Adult age groups. Experience in 4-year-old and older labelling regulations
• An understanding of the requirements for USDA Organic, Non-GMO Project Verify, Kosher, and other certifications as they apply to products
• Experience in the development of Quality Policies and Procedure documentation covered under the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). (e.g., SGS, BRC)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Able to work independently
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Slack, and other professional platforms

Responsibilities:

• Assure all formulations are compliant with regulations, certifications, and claims (FDA, USDA, Health Canada, Organic, Kosher)
• Create final Nutrition Facts Panels (NFP) using Flavor Studio software
• Conduct thorough reviews of new packaging proofs at all design stages, including verifying the accuracy of ingredients, nutrition facts, and allergen declarations on labels
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Research & Development, Marketing, and Packaging teams to ensure all product information is accurate and compliant, including Marketing Communications, Website, and Labelling
• Claims (e.g., Nutritional, Health, Structure Function) compliance substantiation, verification, and validation requirements, including documentation library, testing plans, and policy development
• Responsible for the determination and management of software used to create formulas and labelling information for NFPs
• Management of the Quality Management System Policy, Standard Operating Procedures, including coordination, writing, training, and implementation
• Management of Change Request Process
• Monitor potential legislative changes at the state, federal, and international levels and support transitions for implementation, compliance dates of labelling changes
• Support and guide department peers and external partners
• Other duties as assigned