SENIOR REGULATORY SPECIALIST

Our client is the largest global provider of naturally sourced colors for the food, beverage, dietary supplements and pet food industry! They have drawn on the power of nature's true colors and championed that natural is best. We have been retained to find a Senior Regulatory Specialist! This position works under limited direction and is primarily responsible for responding to internal and external inquiries related to the company's products and the regulations governing them.
Summary:

• Researches and prepares timely and accurate responses to customer inquiries regarding the domestic and international regulatory status of products, specification, allergen and certifications.
• Assists in the operation of systems and procedures to ensure timely and accurate data collection, maintenance and delivery of consistent regulatory information throughout the organization.
• Communicates with government agencies (FDA, CBP, USDA, CFIA) on a regular basis regarding regulatory compliance of our products and processes.
• Monitors regulatory changes affecting company products and communicates to appropriate inter-company stakeholders.
• Supports the business unit division regarding securing registrations, certifications and regulatory dossiers for internal use and submission to government and 3rd party entities.
• Supports the sales team with assisting customers on ingredient regulation and labeling requirements.
• Takes a leadership role in external affairs under the direction of the Regulatory Affairs Manager.
• Support to requests from 3rd party certifying bodies (OMRI, etc.).
• Provides leadership, support, training and guidance to Regulatory Affairs Specialists where appropriate.

Job Requirements:
Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in a scientific or technical area with five plus years of regulatory experience.
• Possess a thorough understanding of North American food law and regulations.
• Must be a self-starter and be able to multi-task.
• Possess an inquisitive mind and the ability to redirect or reword inquiries to various agencies to attain the required information.
• Ability to assess broad impact of decisions, and where necessary conduct formal and informal impact assessments in collaboration with the Business Units and with the guidance of Regulatory Affairs Manager.
• Ability to use ERP system (i.e. SAP) to access raw material information, formulas and/or processes.
• Possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office programs.