Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Food & Beverage)

Symrise•Saddle Brook, NJ

About The Position

The Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Food & Beverage) independently provides Symrise Inc. customers with product safety and regulatory information in accordance with US FDA and FEMA guidelines, customer-specific guidelines, and applicable international regulations. The position may also support filings and related activities for certifying and regulatory bodies such as GFCO, Non-GMO, and USDA, as well as raw material regulatory compliance. The work uses internal systems and involves coordination with Formula Administration, Sales Coordination, other QR/QA groups, and the Regulatory Compliance Group at Symrise headquarters in Holzminden. The specialist prepares customer documentation, supports certain TTB and customs-related activities, and assists management with other regulatory tasks and special projects. The role also works with Business Support, Production, Quality Control, and affiliates to meet customer requests and identify opportunities to improve efficiency. The expected gross salary is USD $70,000–$85,000. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and company performance. Symrise describes an open and transparent culture and opportunities for employees to develop their careers. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science and Nutrition, Food Technology, Chemistry, or another related science.
3 to 5 years of regulatory experience within the flavor and/or food industry.
Detailed knowledge of regulatory issues and the interpretation of regulations and legal affairs.
Experience with US FDA regulations and familiarity with the allergen list.
Strong analytical thinking, organization, adaptability to changing tasks, and ability to work independently.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including scientific and technical writing proficiency.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
Database management, spreadsheet creation, and internet research skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and on-time service levels while maintaining high-quality work.
Mathematical proficiency.
Ability to persuade stakeholders and justify decisions using relevant data.
Ability to collaborate with other departments and work as a team player.
Ability to learn and use SAP Symcom for Symrise.

Nice To Haves

USDA labeling experience.
Vanilla flavor labeling experience.
Experience with TTB, GFCO, Non-GMO, and/or DMF.
Experience with FMP (flavors with modifying properties).
Advanced Excel skills.
Prior experience with SAP, a PDF editor, and/or AI automation.

Responsibilities

Independently prepare customer documentation in response to requests, including natural certification, FDA/FEMA-GRAS certifications, allergen letters, food-grade certifications, GMO certification, continuing food guarantees, country-of-origin certifications, customer questionnaires, nutritional and organic documents, country permissibility documents, and other appropriate documentation.
Apply knowledge of customer requirements and US FDA food, flavor, and state regulations when preparing documentation.
Support retrieval of revenue paid for the use of tax-paid distilled spirits in finished product materials and support other TTB-related activities.
Support Customs and USMCA requirements, prepare USMCA certifications, and identify harmonized tariff numbers for Symrise products.
Support management with other regulatory tasks and special projects.
Identify opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency.
Collaborate with Business Support, Production, Quality Control, and affiliates to satisfy customer requests.
Coordinate with internal groups and the Regulatory Compliance Group at Symrise headquarters in Holzminden.