Regulatory Affairs Manager, Food Biosciences

International Flavors and Fragrances; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, and health & biosciences, is seeking a Regulatory Affairs expert to join our North American Food Biosciences team. Based in Madison, WI (or Wilmington, DE), you will serve as the regulatory SME for US and Canada, guiding product development to ensure compliant launches.

You will lead GRAS submissions, coordinate with R&D, QA, and Commercial teams, monitor regulatory changes, and build strong relationships with authorities.

Qualifications

• Significant regulatory affairs experience in food ingredients or biosciences products.
• Experience preparing GRAS submissions and notifications.
• Ability to interpret complex regulations and advise product teams.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the North American regulatory SME for Food Biosciences products.
• Develop regulatory strategies for US and Canada.
• Lead GRAS submissions and Health Canada filings.
• Collaborate with R&D, QA, Applications, and Commercial teams.
• Provide timely regulatory guidance to internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor ongoing compliance within NA regulatory frameworks.
• Evaluate risks and propose practical solutions.
• Maintain relationships with authorities and industry associations.
• Contribute to regulatory process improvements and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Regulatory affairs

US/Canada regulatory knowledge

Submissions management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Regulatory intelligence

Education

Master's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Toxicology, Regulatory Affairs, or related field

Job description

IFF, a global leader in flavors, fragrances, and health & biosciences, is seeking a Regulatory Affairs expert to join our North American Food Biosciences team. Based in Madison, WI (or Wilmington, DE), you will serve as the regulatory SME for US and Canada, guiding product development to ensure compliant launches.

You will lead GRAS submissions, coordinate with R&D, QA, and Commercial teams, monitor regulatory changes, and build strong relationships with authorities.