Associate Manager / Manager Food Regulatory Affairs International

Urgent opening with FMCG Industry**

Job Title:

Location:

Role:

Responsible for ensuring compliance with all food safety and regulatory requirements for the organizations products. This role involves supporting the preparation, submission, and maintenance of regulatory documents and licenses, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and staying updated with evolving food regulations of respective international markets (UAE, Africa, Australia and Newzland, EU and USA). The incumbent will play a key role in safeguarding the companys regulatory standing and facilitating market access for new and existing products.

Key Responsibilities: -

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance Management:

• Track and interpret international food laws, regulations, and standards, especially those that affect product safety, ingredients, labeling, and marketing.
• Ensure compliance with food safety laws, regulations, and standards pertains to markets (UAE, Africa, Australia and Newzland, EU and USA).
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on company operations.
• Liaise with internal teams (R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Marketing, Legal) to ensure that new products meet regulatory requirements.
• Review new and existing food product formulations, ingredients, packaging, and marketing claims to ensure compliance with the requirements of different international markets (UAE, Africa, Australia and Newzland, EU and USA).

1. Documentation:

• Prepare and submit regulatory documents, such as applications for product approvals or ingredient clearances, to international authorities.
• Assist in obtaining and renewing relevant licenses, registrations, and certifications from regulatory authorities other local bodies.
• Prepare, review, and maintain regulatory documentation and product dossiers for submission to relevant authorities.
• Work on product labelling, claims, and packaging to ensure compliance with the respective country regulations

2. Risk Assessment and Management:

• Evaluate potential risks related to food safety, labelling, and regulatory compliance, and propose corrective measures.
• Conduct risk analysis on new and existing food products to mitigate any potential non-compliance.

3.

• Support the cost-effective management of regulatory submissions and compliance-related activities

4.

• Ensure timely and accurate submissions to regulatory authorities to meet business timelines.
• Address regulatory queries and facilitate smooth approval processes for product registrations

5.

• Prepare, review, and submit regulatory documents, product dossiers, and compliance reports.
• Maintain regulatory records, databases, and ensure up-to-date documentation.
• Monitor and interpret changes in food safety regulations and communicate impact to internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate with R&D, Quality, and Production teams to ensure compliance of product formulations and labelling with regulatory requirements

People

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align regulatory activities with business objectives
• Develop strong working relationships with external regulatory bodies and industry association

Key Deliverables

• Timely submission and approval of regulatory filings for new and existing products.
• Maintenance of accurate regulatory documentation and compliance databases.
• Proactive identification and communication of regulatory changes impacting business operations.

Key Requirements:

• Educational Qualification

• Masters degree in Science, Nutrition,Food Technology, Dairy Technology or Dairy Sciences
• Additional certification or training in regulatory affairs is a plus.

• Experience:

• 7 to 10 years of experience in regulatory affairs, specifically related to food regulatory and compliance in International Markets.
• Experience in preparing and handling regulatory submissions, licenses, and compliance documentation.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and industry standards of international markets

Interested candidate shared cv on Mansi@topgearconsultants.com