Regulatory Affairs Manager (CPG)

BEL•New York, NY

3d•$120,000 - $140,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Regulatory Affairs Manager, you will be responsible for leading regulatory oversight of projects within the USA business unit, ensuring that all food products, processes, and marketing efforts meet relevant regulatory standards. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, offering strategic guidance and making key decisions to drive both compliance and innovative product development. Your expertise will support the successful launch and ongoing maintenance of compliant, high-quality products in the marketplace. Additionally, you will mentor team members and model a keen attention to detail, leveraging your comprehensive knowledge of food industry regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in food science or a related field, or demonstrated equivalent experience
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a regulatory affairs role within the food industry
Direct experience with FDA and USDA regulations
Broad regulatory knowledge with proven ability to manage multiple projects and lead regulatory change
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across diverse, cross-functional teams
Effective crisis management, with sound decision-making under pressure
Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and multi-tasking abilities, both independently and as part of a team
Exceptionally organized, with keen attention to detail
Proactive problem solver, anticipating needs and acting efficiently
High learning agility, quickly adapting to new regulatory requirements and responsibilities
Actively builds relationships and networks with industry peers to stay informed and influence external regulatory environments

Responsibilities

Implement regulatory strategies to ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, and other relevant food regulations.
Monitor and assess new and evolving regulatory developments, evaluate their impact on the business, and communicate necessary actions.
Define regulatory requirements and create general guidelines for product testing, country standards, and compliance processes.
Lead the regulatory review and approval process for all products, labels, marketing materials, and digital content to ensure alignment with regulatory standards.
Provide proactive guidance on regulatory considerations for product innovation, new ingredient adoption, and market expansion opportunities.
Foster a culture of collaboration and regulatory excellence across R&D, marketing, legal, and quality teams.
Manage multiple projects and deliver clear, actionable regulatory guidance to cross-functional teams.
Contribute to the development of group-wide policies and drive continuous improvement in internal processes and ways of working.
Network with external industry peers and leverage influence tactics aligned with organizational objectives.
Lead complex regulatory change projects from proposal through implementation.
Demonstrate advanced understanding of regulatory frameworks, interpreting and communicating intersections to support robust business decisions.