Regulatory Affairs Specialist

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• Role:

  Regulatory Affairs Manager

• Level:

  Mid to Senior

• Location:

  Gurgaon, India (with a hybrid work model)
• Salary 6-9 LA

The Core Purpose of the Role:

Key Responsibilities Breakdown:

• Compliance Management:

  Manage all regulatory requirements for the company's diverse product lines.

• Multi-Jurisdictional Focus:

  Handle regulations for India (FSSAI, APEDA) and key international markets (USDA, CDFA in California, EU standards). This also includes specific bodies like AAFCO/AAPFCO for agri-inputs.

• Documentation & Submissions:

  Prepare, submit, and manage all necessary paperwork, including product registrations, labeling, licenses, and technical dossiers.

• Strategic Advisory:

  Keep the company informed about new or changing regulations and advise on how these changes will impact the business.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  Work closely with teams like R&D, Quality Assurance, and Sales to ensure compliance from product development to market launch.

• Liaison:

  Act as the main representative when dealing with government agencies, auditors, and certification bodies (like OMRI for organic products).

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Education:

  Holds a Master's degree in a relevant scientific field (e.g., Food Technology, Biotechnology, Agricultural Sciences).

• Experience:

  Has 2 to 6 years of hands-on experience in regulatory affairs within the food, nutraceutical, or agrochemical industries.

• Regulatory Knowledge:

  Must be an expert in Indian FSSAI regulations and have working knowledge of U.S. and/or EU regulatory systems.

• Practical Skills:

  Is skilled in product registration, ensuring label compliance, and managing regulatory documents.

• Bonus Points:

  Has experience with organic certifications (NPOP, NOP, OMRI), import/export procedures, and thrives in a fast-paced startup environment.