Principal Regulatory Scientist, US & Canada

Mars; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 119,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

Mars Incorporated, Accelerator division, seeks a Principal Scientist, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) for Trü Frü to lead US and Canadian ingredient, formula, claims and labeling compliance for their frozen and freeze-dried products. You will guide regulatory strategy and partner with Product Development, Quality and Legal in a fast-paced environment.

You are a proactive regulatory leader with deep technical expertise, translating complex guidance into actionable recommendations for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry, nutrition, food science or biology.
• 10-15 years of experience in US and Canadian food regulatory compliance and affairs.
• Currently working in a food regulatory organization, ideally in a matrix role.
• Expert knowledge of US and Canadian food regulations and demonstrated ability to influence through strong written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory strategy and ensure all product innovation complies with US and Canadian laws, regulations and requirements affecting ingredients, formulas, nutrition, labeling and marketing materials.
• Establish and maintain efficient, effective regulatory processes and systems that integrate with business project management; identify and implement continuous improvements.
• Guide product positioning and claims substantiation; collaborate with Quality, R&D, Legal and Brand teams to develop creative solutions for complex claims while meeting business needs.
• Proactively monitor US and Canadian regulatory activities, evaluate impact, and assess industry best practices
• Evaluate regulatory risks, translate complex information into actionable options and align recommendations with Quality, R&D and Legal leaders; guide business leaders through complex situations with strategic, big-picture thinking.
• Communicate regulatory expertise across all levels of the organization, building credibility through clear, concise translation of technical guidance.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

US/Canada labeling

Regulatory strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry/nutrition/food science/biology

Job description

Mars Incorporated, Accelerator division, seeks a Principal Scientist, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) for Trü Frü to lead US and Canadian ingredient, formula, claims and labeling compliance for their frozen and freeze-dried products. You will guide regulatory strategy and partner with Product Development, Quality and Legal in a fast-paced environment.

You are a proactive regulatory leader with deep technical expertise, translating complex guidance into actionable recommendations for