Regulatory Affairs Manager

Mars; Guelph; On-site; USD 107,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars is seeking a Regulatory Affairs professional to join the Royal Canin team. This role focuses on developing regulatory strategies to ensure market access for innovative pet nutrition products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in regulatory compliance, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders. Join a purpose-driven company and contribute to shaping the future of pet nutrition.

Benefits

Best-in-class learning and development support

Industry-competitive salary and benefits package

Access to Mars University

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional experience in Regulatory Affairs.
• In-depth knowledge of food product law, particularly in the US regulatory framework.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with regulatory teams to assess new business initiatives.
• Define positions on regulatory topics and represent the company in global forums.
• Create clear written materials to support regulatory efforts.

Skills

Communication

Regulatory Intelligence

Stakeholder Engagement

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Food Science, Animal Science

Advanced Degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Level:

Technical Leadership-T2

Job Description:

Are you passionate about shaping the future of pet nutrition and eager to make a meaningful impact?

Join the Royal Canin Regulatory Affairs department as a pivotal member of the Global Market Access Strategy team. In this dynamic role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring our innovative portfolio can access markets seamlessly and in compliance with all relevant regulations. Your expertise will be instrumental in maximizing the potential of our innovations, particularly within the Pet Supplements business.

You will be at the forefront of shaping the future regulatory environment, leveraging our Regulatory Sciences and Advocacy capabilities. By proactively anticipating how evolving regulations and standards will impact compliance criteria for products and claims, as well as technical & sanitary requirements for raw materials & products, you will navigate the complexities of the regulatory environment. Your insights will directly inform product design and manufacturing strategies, empowering us to promote our distinctiveness in the market with speed and agility. As we adapt to disruptive sciences and technologies, your role will be vital in creating new regulatory frameworks that support our innovations.

What are we looking for?

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferably in Biological Sciences, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Food Science, Animal Science, or related technical field)
• 7+ years of professional experience, including 3 to 5 years specifically in Regulatory Affairs (and/or R&D roles closely aligned with regulatory and market access topics) within the food, feed, or pet food sectors; Animal/ Feed Supplement industry experience is a plus.
• Regulatory expertise: in-depth knowledge of food product law, particularly in the US regulatory framework; familiarity with regulations in China and the EU is a plus.
• A confident, action-oriented individual with strong communication skills, capable of effectively presenting information and collaborating across diverse organizational and cultural boundaries.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and manage projects and portfolios, demonstrating strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Fluent in English, any additional language is a plus (French, Chinese, German, or Spanish)
• Up to 15% travel required (domestic/international)

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Degree in Biological Sciences, Nutrition, Biochemistry, Food Science, Animal Science, or related technical field

What will be your key responsibilities?

• Regulatory Strategy Development: Collaborate with global and regional regulatory teams to conduct thorough assessments for new business initiatives. Identify necessary adjustments to existing regulations and standards, the need for new regulations, and outline a strategic roadmap over multiple time horizons for market access, particularly for our innovative Functional Complements portfolio. This role will also work closely with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Legal, R&D, and Supply Chain, to ensure alignment and effective execution of strategies.
• Strategic Advocacy Support: Contribute to the global agenda on regulatory sciences and advocacy by defining Royal Canin's positions on critical regulatory topics, protecting existing business interests, while fostering growth opportunities for both current and new portfolios, especially on the Supplements category. Build and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders and represent Royal Canin in relevant global forums.
• Communication and Material Development: Organize and synthesize complex scientific information to create clear and compelling written materials, especially to support regulatory sciences and advocacy efforts. This includes developing articles, presentations, and summary reports tailored to various audiences.

What can you expect from Mars?

• Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose-driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry-competitive salary and benefits package, including a company bonus.

Mars does not sponsor visas for this role.

Skills:

Communication, Horizon Scanning, Identifying Opportunities, Policy and Regulation, Portfolio Management, Regulatory Intelligence, Regulatory Strategy Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Technical Writing

Competencies:

Action Oriented, Business Insight, Collaborates, Communicates Effectively, Strategic Mindset

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between USD 107,071.00 and USD 147,223.00. The total compensation package may include variable pay, benefits, and other elements depending on various factors. Details will be provided if an offer is extended.