Reporting to the Head of Process & Application, the role of the Regulatory Affairs Specialist is to 1) assure compliance of product formulas, labels, and communications, 2) contribute to and advise Innovation & Renovation projects, and 3) understand the impact of regulatory proposals and changes and be of guidance to the company and its brands as requested. The role is interacting across departments.

Key Accountabilities

Regulatory Foundation:

Foundation: by developing and maintaining internal networks (e.g., QA Managers, Process Support, R&D) and external networks (e.g. International Regulatory Bodies, Certification Bodies) to effectively accomplish work
Engaging with external Regulatory experts and participating in regulatory committees to keep abreast with the global regulatory framework.
Identifying potential regulatory issues and implementing a Regulatory newsletter to keep the organisation informed.
By contributing to the maintenance of FCP systems (Ingredient permissibility database, Product compliance database etc.) and identifying opportunities for improvements to them.
Provide internal training to develop fundamental knowledge of regulations.

Regulatory Compliance:

Providing regulatory perspective for new and renovated products by identifying and resolving regulatory hurdles as early as possible in the development process - "compliance by design"
By supporting speed to market through contribution to scientific and regulatory dossiers and registrations required by regulation or company policy.
Manage the registration process required by regulatory bodies in various countries (preparation of dossiers, translations, mock-up samples, etc.)
By applying knowledge and experience of country regulations and Foster Clark’s policies to review and assure flawless compliance of ingredients, formulations, labelling information claims and other sensitive communications.

Others

Support external audits and certifications to ensure company/product certifications are maintained.
Contribute to the internal auditing process.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Education

Requires BS/BA, preferably in nutrition and/or food science; MS/MA preferred. BS/BA in another field with min. 3 years relevant regulatory experience in the food industry could be considered.

Experience

3+ years’ experience in the industry (FMCG or Pharma)
2+ years’ experience mainly in regulatory affairs, regulatory compliance, nutrition or product development.

Technical Skills

Excellent Knowledge and Understanding of EU, Codex, FDA and USDA label regulations and documentation requirements.
Strong understanding on the application of Framework Requirements to ensure product & label compliance.
Sound knowledge about food products and composition.
Knowledge of and experience with ISO 9001, GFSI Quality Systems such as BRC, FSSC 22000, ISO 9000.

Competencies

Analytical thinking and problem solving.
Action orientated.
Building strategic partnerships.
Influencing and impact, including conflict management.
Consulting and advising.
Monitoring and measuring.

About Us

With a strong tradition and a history dating back to 1889, Foster Clark is dedicated to developing and supplying quality beverage preparations and food products in the dessert, baking products, and sauces and dressings sectors.

As a forward-looking company with a strong history of success, Foster Clark is committed to researching, producing, and bringing to the market high quality products that meet customer expectations in different regions, while continuing with our expansion through the globe.

We are committed to our own people as we are to our customers, acknowledging that our success is a direct result of their qualities. We continue to strengthen our team in all areas of the business and offer excellent long term prospects. Manufacturing and marketing high quality food and beverage products in over 80 different countries, is the cornerstone of our success and the benchmark for all our operations and processes.

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

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