Principal Scientist, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs

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

Job summary

Mars Accelerators, a global division of Mars Snacking, seeks a Principal Scientist, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs to lead US and Canadian ingredients, labeling, and claims compliance for frozen and freeze-dried fruit products. You will influence senior leaders with regulatory insight and partner with Product Development, Brand, Quality, and Operations to enable compliant product innovation.

In a fast-paced, agile environment, you will translate complex technical guidance into clear

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.
• Experience with a variety of food industry business models, regulatory systems and product types.
• Track record of thriving in complex, fast-paced, high-growth environments with strategic mindset.

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.

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry, nutrition, food science or biology

Job description

Job Description:

Who are we?

Accelerator, a global Division of Mars Snacking, is on the front line of unlocking growth across high-potential categories and brands to fuel what’s next for Snacking. It’s home to both emerging and enduring brands, including KIND, TRÜ FRÜ, NATURE’S BAKERY, RXBAR, EGGO, POP-TARTS and RICE KRISPIE TREATS. Combining the scale of Mars with the agility of a start-up, our Division has the ambition to accelerate the future of snacking by delivering products consumer love today, discovering category-shaping innovations for tomorrow and developing entrepreneurial teams whose impact will last for generations.

We’re looking for passionate talent who dare to dream big, agile collaborators who talk straight and decide fast, and driven performers with a growth mindset. We’re proudly part of Mars, while also building something boldly different. If this inspires and energizes you, you’ve found the right place where you can do cool things with fun people for one of the biggest snacking companies in the world!

What You'll Do

As the Principal Scientist, Scientific and Regulatory Affairs (SRA) for Trü Frü, you will be the company's subject matter expert on US and Canadian ingredient, formula, claims and labeling compliance for our rapidly growing portfolio of frozen and freeze‑dried chocolate covered fruit. You are a proactive leader of regulatory affairs, identifying regulatory issues and opportunities that impact product development and marketing. As a trusted partner to Product Development, Brand, Quality and Operations leaders, you'll support innovation and maintenance of our core products while translating complex technical information into clear recommendations. In our agile, fast‑paced organization, you'll be an autonomous regulatory affairs leader who guides senior leaders in decision‑making with deep technical expertise, creativity and efficiency.

Job 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical area such as 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.


• Experience with a variety of food industry business models, regulatory systems and product types.


• Track record of thriving in complex, fast‑paced, high‑growth environments with strategic mindset.


• Willingness to travel up to 30%.

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The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.

The pay range shown is applicable to all US locations listed within the job posting: USD 119,040.00 - USD 163,680.00