Associate Manager Regulatory Affairs Flavors Latam

Associate Manager Regulatory Affairs Flavors LATAM

BRL 20.000 - 80.000

Apply remote type Hybrid Working locations Tambore, Brazil time type Full time posted on Posted 6 Days Ago job requisition id R3327

Job Summary

This role advises the research, creative, application and commercial departments or customers on the safe use, regulatory compliance, regulatory strategy or advocacy for ingredients and products. This may include the execution of regulatory compliance reviews, the preparation of various documents supporting the regulatory compliance of these products or submission of registration/approval dossiers.

Key Responsibilities:

STRATEGY & BUSINESS KNOWLEDGE

1. Articulate and executes GRA Strategy for compliance.
2. Understands the overall role of GRA both internally as well as in relation to customers, regulatory authorities and trade associations.
3. Has a detailed understanding of the framework of regulations, product claims or certifications which are applicable to a broad range of customer requirements and applications.

ROLE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Communicates effectively between departments and external associations with varying priorities.
2. Operates effectively within our regulatory systems, documentation systems, and office systems.
3. Provides customer support (internal and external) for flavors, colors, food ingredients/product safety and regulatory issues – including product compliance reviews and documentation.
4. Successfully manage the vast majority of all regulatory needs (e.g. customer requests, regulatory changes and requirements etc.)
5. Collaborating with internal teams and authorities for product approvals.
6. Regulatory expertise, networking and advocacy with the main International, Regional and Local Trade Associations for the LATAM South Cone (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, Mercosur).
7. Defends and convinces the customer of the validity of the review/document, in cases where regulatory reviews produce results that are counter to what is expected or desired.
8. Coordinates review methodologies and establishes best practice procedures.
9. May participate in trade associations in a lead role specific to their expertise.
10. Demonstrating continuous learning mindset and flexibility to expand expertise into new regulations, applications, and regulatory processes.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, IFF TOOLS

1. Provides both guidance and mentoring to others, as subject matter expert.
2. Demonstrates advanced system/regulatory expertise to facilitate meeting regulatory needs (e.g. customer requests, regulatory changes and requirements) efficiently and effectively.
3. Spots potential issues and raises concerns regarding relevant topics such as documentation, hazard communication.
4. Has an advanced awareness of legislation, customer restrictions and trade association agreements with regards to material issues.
5. Keeping abreast of regulatory changes and informing stakeholders.
6. Provides technical support such as maintaining regulatory communications, creating standard reports such as regulatory/testing/risk reports.
7. Shows a clear expertise in the use of processes, tools and systems as needed (e.g. PLMIII / SAP for the purpose of regulatory reviews, the appropriate tools for documentation development.)

REQUIRED SKILLS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Food Engineer, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, or related field.
2. Minimum 5 years of food regulatory affairs experience.
3. In-depth knowledge of the LATAM South Cone Region (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Chile, Mercosur) and international regulations.
4. Strong communication and negotiation skills.
5. Fluency in Spanish and English.
6. Problem solving and decision making skills.
7. Strategic Thinking.
8. Functional Technical Skills in relevant disciplines.

We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability.

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