Sr Specialist - Regulatory Affairs & Product Safety

Novonesis•Milwaukee, WI

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Interested in a career that matters? At Novonesis, we combine biology and science to create solutions that help feed the world more sustainably. Join our North America Regulatory Affairs team and help turn science and regulation into real‑world impact. We enable safe, compliant growth and innovation by translating evolving food regulations into clear, actionable guidance for our commercial and technical teams. You’ll be part of a collaborative, knowledgeable team that supports dossiers, customer questions, product launches, and change management—while continuously strengthening regulatory intelligence, digitalization, and harmonized ways of working across North America. The Role & Your Impact As a Regulatory Affairs Senior Specialist, you will support U.S. and Canada regulatory activities that enable compliant business growth, customer support, and innovation. Working under limited direction, you will partner closely with Sales, R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, and external stakeholders to ensure regulatory requirements are clearly understood and effectively implemented.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology, or another relevant natural science.
Typically 4+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs within the food industry or another regulated industry.
Hands-on experience supporting U.S. and/or Canada regulatory deliverables (e.g., ingredients, enzymes, cultures, probiotics, labeling/claims, dossiers or notifications).
Strong understanding of food regulatory frameworks in the U.S. and/or Canada.
Excellent analytical and documentation skills with high attention to detail.
Strong computer and IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
Fluency in English (spoken and written).

Nice To Haves

Spanish language skills.
Experience working in a global, cross‑cultural environment.
Curiosity and learning agility to build expertise across evolving regulatory landscapes.
Interest in digital tools, reporting, and process optimization.

Responsibilities

Supporting U.S. and Canada regulatory subject matter activities for relevant food ingredients and segments, including monitoring, interpreting, and communicating regulatory changes and potential business impact.
Providing timely, accurate regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders and customers on product status, specifications, labeling/claims, and manufacturing or process considerations.
Coordinating and contributing to regulatory dossiers, notifications, and submissions in collaboration with Global Regulatory Affairs and local resources.
Supporting innovation and change management, including new products, line extensions, and process changes, by defining compliant pathways and tracking regulatory deliverables.
Contributing to industry and trade association interactions, continuous improvement of regulatory processes, tools, and internal training materials.
Acting as a digital transformation contributor within North America, including reporting to the business and supporting procurement-related processes.