We are looking for a Regulatory Affairs Manager for the Quality & Environmental Team, reporting to the Quality & Environmental Director. This is a key role in a growing team, collaborating with departments such as Industrial, Sustainability, Purchasing, Marketing, R&D, and Legal.
The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail-oriented, and will oversee regulatory compliance in the pet food industry. They should be willing to learn regulatory requirements through an overlap period with the current manager and excel in building external relationships with regulatory bodies and industry associations.
What you will do
- Design and implement the Regulatory Cluster Roadmap for all operating countries and brands.
- Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on projects and decisions.
- Maintain knowledge of emerging trends affecting the business.
- Develop and adapt regulatory strategies aligned with business goals.
- Support legal in managing disputes and crises with regulatory authorities and stakeholders.
- Build relationships with regulatory stakeholders, industry groups, and associations.
- Provide regulatory guidance from product conception to artwork approval, ensuring compliance during design.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed compliance into product development.
- Align R&D, Quality Assurance, and Marketing with regulatory frameworks.
- Monitor ingredient regulations based on emerging business needs.
- Achieve strategic objectives.
- Provide legal and regulatory advice.
- Define and implement the Regulatory Cluster Roadmap.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and claims regulations.
- Develop tools for stakeholders on labelling, claims, and advertising management.
- Maintain high expertise within the regulatory team.
What we are looking for
5 years) in regulatory affairs within pet food, pharmaceuticals, or related industries.
Bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, chemistry, veterinary medicine, or equivalent.Fluent in English and Spanish.Strong business acumen, stakeholder engagement, and risk management skills.Knowledge of industry specifics like competition, litigation, and food law.What we offer
Hybrid working model and flexible hours.Employee benefits including tickets, pension, gym, and more.Opportunities for professional development and a pet-friendly office environment.We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Join us to make a difference in the pet food industry!
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