Global Regulatory Specialist Ingredient Compliance

IFF; Morelos; Hybrid; MXN 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. The role is based in Tlalnepantla with a remote work option, supporting regulatory compliance for raw materials used in flavors and related products.

You will collaborate with R&D, QA, production and other teams to ensure regulatory alignment across the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or related field, 4+ years in regulatory compliance

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret regulatory information.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regulatory compliance reviews of raw materials used in flavors, food ingredients, and related products.
• Review and evaluate supplier documentation to determine ingredient compliance and approval status.
• Assess regulatory, scientific, and technical information against global regulations and customer requirements.
• Support R&D, Quality Assurance, Production, and other functions with regulatory guidance.
• Identify regulatory risks and provide resolution recommendations.
• Maintain regulatory records, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Support evaluation and introduction of new raw materials into the portfolio.
• Manage multiple compliance reviews while meeting project timelines.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or related science

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you ready to take your skills to the next level and make a real impact?

IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products.

Taste: Crafting unique, technology-enabled flavor designs that define the identity of food and beverage brands, shape trends in flavor building and fuel market success.

The role is based in Tlalnepantla, Remote Role. Be part of a motivated, passionate, and open-minded team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration.

Where You'll Make a Difference

• Conduct regulatory compliance reviews of raw materials used in flavors, food ingredients, and related products.
• Obtain, review, and evaluate supplier documentation to determine ingredient compliance and approval status.
• Assess regulatory, scientific, and technical information against global regulations, customer requirements, and internal policies.
• Support R&D, Creative, Quality Assurance, Production, and other functions with regulatory guidance.
• Identify potential compliance risks and provide recommendations for resolution.
• Maintain regulatory records, approvals, and supporting documentation.
• Support the evaluation and introduction of new raw materials into the company portfolio.
• Manage multiple compliance reviews while meeting project timelines and business priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

What Makes You the Right Fit

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, or another science-related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in regulatory compliance within the food, flavor, ingredient, chemical, or related industries.
• Experience reviewing supplier documentation and assessing raw material compliance.
• Knowledge of food ingredient, flavor, and raw material regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex regulatory information.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

How Would You Stand Out?

• Experience within the flavor and fragrance industry.
• Knowledge of global food ingredient and flavor regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional and international teams.

Why Choose Us?

Join a global leader in innovation and ingredient solutions.

Work on meaningful projects that impact customers worldwide.

Collaborate with diverse and highly experienced teams.

Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

Inclusive culture focused on growth, innovation, and teamwork.

Competitive compensation, benefits, and career advancement opportunities.