Senior Regulatory Specialist - Erlanger, KY

This is a permanent, full-time, exempt-level position.

***Ideal work location for this position is ADM’s operation in Erlanger, KY.  However, this individual may report into other ADM sites such as Cranbury, NJ; Chicago, IL; and New Berlin, WI.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: 

This position provides regulatory support and expertise to ensure customer satisfaction and success of the overall business strategy of the organization. 

The role requires the overseeing of compliance to government regulations on food labeling.  This includes food color labeling, flavor labeling , and nutritional panels, as well as international country review and compliance.

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
 Technical understanding of regulatory documentation and ability to conduct detailed research & interpretation of rules and guidance applicable to the company’s product portfolio and ingredients used thereinProficiency in FDA, USDA, CAN  Food and Flavor regulations required, and experience with international food regulations desirableFinished CPG labeling experience in support of the flavors turn-key businessCommunication skills that help to relate regulatory topics to non-regulatory audiences (Sales, R&D) related to ADM Wild Flavors portfolio, including flavors, colors derived from nature, and nutra blendsAbility to set priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines with minimal supervisionAttention to detail to minimize internal and external complaintsPossess knowledge of how to research and interpret food regulations, with high preference to flavors and colors expertiseAbility to focus priorities and work under pressure to meet deadlines with minimal supervisionTechnical understanding of vendor documentation and regulation researchProvides attention to detail to minimize internal and external complaintsActively participate and contribute to team building efforts in the departmentUnderstand the importance of meeting department performance targets
DESCRIPTION OF WORK PERFORMED:
 Data maintenance: vendor communication, interpretation of vendor documents, and creation and maintenance of technical data in the company database for purchased ingredients and finished Wild productsDocumentation: coordinates across functions and is responsible for the creation, issuance and updating of product documentation, which includes specifications, ingredient and allergen statements, nutritional information, GMO-status reviews, organic compliance, Kosher, Halal, country compliance, country of origin, SDS and other Regulatory documentation provided to customers and technical personnel as neededAssesses pending formula revisions /communicates any change notices requiredAssists in managing, reviewing, and revising Regulatory ISO work instructions; reviewing and applying Regulatory or client policies & practicesActs as an information resource and represents the regulatory viewpoint for both internal and external customers; this includes the provision of education and guidance to R&D and commercial teams on various regulatory topicsCommunicates with external governing agencies, third party certifiers and trade associations; participates in internal or external audits as requiredPerforms other duties and special assignments as requiredWilling to travel to corporate offices and industry functions when applicableLegal evaluation of the company products for the intended industry (i.e. food, beverage)Responsible for the creation, issuance and updating of product documentation; this could include documents such as specifications, allergens, GMO, labeling, country compliance, kosher, halal, SDS, nutritional information, country of origin and other Regulatory documentation to Eatem Foods customers and technical personnel as neededCommunicate with external governing agencies and trade associations as requiredPerform root cause analysis for customer complaints related to RegulatoryPerform other duties and special assignments as required
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
 Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology or other related science fieldMinimum 10 years of work experience in food/beverage, flavor, or a related industry, which includes a minimum of 5 years of experience with food/beverage regulatory compliance Experience with finished consumer product labeling (NFP panels)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
 Strong, independent analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong computer skills: proficient in MS Office packages; trainable in ERP system and other internal softwareProven interpersonal skills including ability to work well in a team environment, as well as excellent written and oral communication skillsPlanning/organizing: ability to focus on priorities and work under pressure to meet multiple deadlines with minimal supervision.  Project management experience would be beneficial.Solid attention to detailProven leadership skills a plus
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ADM requires the successful completion of a background check. 

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