Senior Specialist Regulatory Affairs Raw Materials (TTH)

dsm-firmenich; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

dsm-firmenich in Barcelona, Spain is seeking a Senior Specialist Regulatory Affairs for Raw Materials on a hybrid basis. You will evaluate regulatory compliance, qualify suppliers, and encode regulatory data to support global assessments and product development.

Collaboration across procurement, quality, and regulatory teams is essential in this role. The position requires a chemistry/regulatory background, 3+ years in regulatory affairs, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific or regulatory field. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years in Regulatory Affairs, Quality, or a related field, preferably within the food, flavour, or chemical industry, with knowledge of applicable regulations, supplier documentation, and regulatory data management.
• Ability to synthesize complex information, communicate clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and break down complex projects into actionable steps.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented approach, with the ability to prioritize tasks, follow through on actions, and seek guidance when needed.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. Additional languages (e.g., Chinese, Arabic…) are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate regulatory compliance and qualify suppliers for Taste raw materials in alignment with applicable legislation, raw material specifications, business requirements, and company standards, supporting procurement and business continuity.
• Conduct comprehensive regulatory and specification assessments of new Taste raw materials to support their introduction into the raw material portfolio.
• Review and interpret supplier documentation to assess regulatory compliance, identify potential risks or gaps, and support robust regulatory decisions.
• Encode and maintain accurate regulatory information in our system, ensuring data integrity and reliability to support global compliance assessments and business operations.
• Support internal stakeholders by addressing regulatory queries related to raw materials and providing guidance on regulatory requirements, qualification status, and relevant systems.
• Act as an advanced user and subject-matter reference for regulatory systems, supporting their effective use and contributing to the resolution of data and system-related issues.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives involving raw materials, regulatory affairs, systems, and validation processes.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Documentation review

Communication

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Senior Specialist Regulatory Affairs Raw Materials

Barcelona, Spain (hybrid)

Join our Raw Materials Regulatory Affairs Team, where we leverage technology and regulatory expertise to transform complex regulatory information into meaningful, actionable data. In this key role, you will contribute to global regulatory compliance assessments of Taste raw materials and suppliers through documentation review, evaluation, and the accurate encoding and maintenance of regulatory information in our systems. Your work will play a vital role in ensuring data integrity, enabling informed business decisions, and supporting the development of compliant products across Taste, Texture and Health. Be part of a team that drives regulatory excellence and enables business success!

At dsm-firmenich, being a force for good is not optional. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion is a shared responsibility woven into our daily work to not only benefit our People, Customers & Communities but also drive business value. Equal access to opportunities is a given, belonging is a shared feeling, authenticity is celebrated.

Your key responsibilities

• Evaluate regulatory compliance and qualify suppliers for Taste raw materials in alignment with applicable legislation, raw material specifications, business requirements, and company standards, supporting procurement and business continuity.
• Conduct comprehensive regulatory and specification assessments of new Taste raw materials to support their introduction into the raw material portfolio.
• Review and interpret supplier documentation to assess regulatory compliance, identify potential risks or gaps, and support robust regulatory decisions.
• Encode and maintain accurate regulatory information in our system, ensuring data integrity and reliability to support global compliance assessments and business operations.
• Support internal stakeholders by addressing regulatory queries related to raw materials and providing guidance on regulatory requirements, qualification status, and relevant systems.
• Act as an advanced user and subject-matter reference for regulatory systems, supporting their effective use and contributing to the resolution of data and system-related issues.
• Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives involving raw materials, regulatory affairs, systems, and validation processes.

We bring

• The opportunity to develop deep expertise in raw materials within a leading global Taste business, gaining exposure to a broad and diverse raw material portfolio, complex regulatory requirements, and cross-functional collaboration within a critical global team.
• A rich history and a promising future of bold scientific innovation and passionate creation with our customers;
• A space to grow by encouraging and supporting curiosity and an open mindset;
• A culture that prioritizes safety and well-being, both physically and mentally;
• A flexible work environment that empowers people to take accountability for their work and own the outcome;
• A firm belief that working together with our customers is the key to achieving great things;
• An eagerness to be one team and learn from each other to bring progress to life and create a better future;

You bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Food Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific or regulatory field. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years in Regulatory Affairs, Quality, or a related field, preferably within the food, flavour, or chemical industry, with knowledge of applicable regulations, supplier documentation, and regulatory data management.
• Ability to synthesize complex information, communicate clearly to technical and non-technical audiences, and break down complex projects into actionable steps.
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solution-oriented approach, with the ability to prioritize tasks, follow through on actions, and seek guidance when needed.
• Fluency in written and spoken English. Additional languages (e.g., Chinese, Arabic…) are an asset.

About dsm-firmenich

At dsm-firmenich, we don’t just meet expectations – we go beyond them.

Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.

From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions – every single day. Whether it’s fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that’s better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.

And while you’re making a difference, we’ll make sure you’re growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They’re essential to our future.

Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement

At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other.

When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work – and that’s exactly the kind of culture we’re building.

A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds — no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.

And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we’re here to help – just let us know what you need, and we’ll do everything we can to make it work.

Our application process

Information about the recruitment process and next steps will be shared during the application journey.