Sr. Documentation Control Specialist

Kinder's • Walnut Creek, CA

7d • $100,000 - $115,000

About The Position

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and highly organized Documentation Specialist to help ensure our products meet regulatory requirements in global markets. You’ll play a key role in supporting our partnerships with major retailers like Walmart and Costco Wholesale in Canada, the UK, the EU, Japan, Korea, and Mexico.

Requirements

• At least 5 years in compliance, document control, or quality assurance documentation within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
• Experience in documentation for international markets is a huge plus.
• Experience in international regulatory affairs is a huge plus.
• Experience working with Costco Wholesale’s international regulatory processes is a big plus.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, or a related field (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of food regulations, labeling laws, and compliance requirements in the UK, EU, Japan, Korea, and Mexico.
• Familiarity with shipping procedures, customs regulations, and import/export compliance.
• Fluency in Spanish, Japanese, or Korean, is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Make sure our products comply with food safety, labeling, and packaging regulations in various international markets.
• Keep up with changing regulations and share key updates with internal teams.
• Prepare and submit necessary paperwork for product registrations, certifications, and import/export approvals.
• Work closely with teams across Product Development, Marketing, and Supply Chain to ensure compliance from start to finish.
• Partner with external regulatory agencies, consultants, and testing labs to get approvals.
• Maintain an organized database of regulatory requirements and documents for each market.
• Ensure product labels and packaging meet local requirements.
• Stay informed about international shipping rules, customs procedures, and retailer-specific compliance requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulatory contacts at Costco and other major retailers.

Benefits

• We offer a range of total rewards that may include paid time off, 401k, bonus / incentive eligibility, equity grants, competitive health benefits, and other family-friendly benefits, including parental leave.
• Kinder’s benefits vary based on eligibility and can be reviewed in more detail during the interview process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees