Manager, SRA - Ingredient Science

Coca-Cola•Atlanta, GA

3d•$109,000 - $129,000

About The Position

The Scientific & Regulatory Affairs – Ingredient Science Manager supports the evaluation of emerging ingredient science, regulatory developments, consumer perceptions, and external policy trends to inform business strategies that protect the enterprise and support sustainable growth for The Coca-Cola Company in North America. The role applies scientific expertise and regulatory knowledge to support ingredient and formulation protection, beverage innovation, portfolio evolution, and initiatives aligned with the company’s License to Win strategy. Working across functions including R&D, Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, Public Affairs & Communications, Legal, Marketing, Supply Chain, Quality, and Commercial Strategy, the Manager assesses ingredient-related regulations, scientific literature, stakeholder concerns, and public policy developments. The role provides recommendations to support compliance, risk mitigation, business continuity, and external engagement, and helps strengthen ingredient protection strategies and science-based advocacy across the food and beverage industry. The position is based in Atlanta, United States, and requires 26%–50% travel. The Coca-Cola Company does not offer employment sponsorship for this position; applicants must be authorized to work in the United States full time without company sponsorship. The posting lists a U.S. base-pay range of $109,000–$129,000 and an annual incentive reference value of 15%.

Requirements

Master’s degree or PhD in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, Public Health, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
5–7 years of experience in scientific affairs, regulatory affairs, ingredient advocacy, food safety, or nutrition science within the food and beverage industry or related sectors.
Knowledge of food regulations, labeling requirements, and regulatory frameworks affecting the food and beverage industry in North America.
Experience supporting ingredient-related policy, advocacy, regulatory, or scientific initiatives in a complex business environment.
Understanding of the external landscape related to ingredient safety, consumer perception, scientific evaluation, and public-health policy.
Ability to interpret and communicate scientific and technical information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to collaborate across cross-functional and global teams in a fast-paced, matrixed organization.
Sound scientific judgment and ability to navigate ambiguity while maintaining attention to detail.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis and must not require The Coca-Cola Company’s sponsorship to continue working legally in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience collaborating with regulatory agencies, trade associations, scientific organizations, academic experts, or other external stakeholders.
Experience supporting scientific communications, external engagement, or public-policy initiatives.

Responsibilities

Support ingredient protection and advocacy activities for The Coca-Cola Company North America, advancing business continuity, innovation, and risk-management priorities.
Monitor, assess, and summarize emerging scientific research, regulatory developments, public-policy proposals, and stakeholder activities related to food and beverage ingredients, including additives, sweeteners, colors, functional ingredients, and processing aids.
Translate scientific and regulatory information into actionable insights, risk assessments, and recommendations for cross-functional partners and leadership.
Partner with R&D, Toxicology, Corporate Scientific & Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Quality, Technical Innovation & Supply Chain, Public Affairs & Communications, Marketing, and Commercial teams on ingredient-related assessments and engagement activities.
Contribute to developing and executing science-based ingredient advocacy plans that support enterprise priorities across North America.
Develop scientific summaries, technical responses, briefing documents, white papers, and advocacy materials for internal and external stakeholders.
Support engagement with regulators, scientific experts, health professionals, trade associations, academic institutions, and industry groups to advance evidence-based ingredient policies and strengthen stakeholder trust.
Participate in scientific conferences, regulatory forums, industry working groups, and trade association initiatives related to ingredient safety, food policy, and regulatory affairs.
Identify emerging risks and trends related to ingredient perception, litigation, activism, media attention, and regulatory scrutiny, and support proactive mitigation and preparedness planning.
Collaborate with global and regional Scientific & Regulatory Affairs teams to align ingredient-protection priorities, scientific standards, and advocacy approaches.
Support issues management and response activities related to ingredient safety, reputation management, and regulatory inquiries as needed.
Build cross-functional relationships that support scientific credibility and increase understanding of ingredient-related risks and opportunities.