Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Key Skills
Job Description
The Regulatory Affairs Coordinator ensures the legal compliance of all locally produced and/or marketed products by managing labelling requirements, product documentation, regulatory assessments, and the implementation of changing regulations. The role provides accurate regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders, supports product launches and reformulations, and maintains product compliance in line with national legislation and Dawn Foods policies.
Regulatory Compliance & Labeling
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Ensure regulatory compliance for products including ingredient review, formulation constraints, and pack copy generation.
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Prepare, review, and approve product labels, ingredient lists, allergen declarations, nutrition tables, and claims.
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Ensure compliance of marketing communication and artwork materials.
Product Documentation & Dossier Management
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Prepare, maintain, and update regulatory dossiers, specifications, and certificates.
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Ensure accurate data within Master Data and regulatory systems.
Cross-Functional RA Support
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Represent RA in project meetings and advise on compliance implications for NPD, renovation, and packaging changes.
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Provide regulatory information to Sales and respond to customer questionnaires and documentation requests.
Certification
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Coordinate specific certification programs like HALAL, RSPO, Vegan, etc
Regulatory Monitoring & Implementation
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Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on products and processes.
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Coordinate implementation of new or updated legislation within the business.
Training & Internal Capability Building
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Provide regular training on new and existing regulatory requirements.
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Share regulatory insights and best practices across departments.
External Representation
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Participate in industry associations to stay informed and represent Dawn Foods’ interests.
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Maintain strong relationships with external bodies, customers, and suppliers.
Requirements, Skills & Competencies
Education & Experience
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Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or related field.
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2–5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs within food/FMCG or related industries.
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Understanding of national /European food and sustainability legislation and labeling regulations
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Knowledge of French is considered a bonus
Skills & Competencies
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Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
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Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
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Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
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High digital literacy and experience with ERP systems and databases and when possible AI tooling
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Knowledge of ingredients, food processing, and bakery processes is an advantage.
Core Responsibilities
The Regulatory Affairs Specialist ensures legal compliance for products by managing labeling requirements, documentation, and regulatory assessments. They also provide guidance to internal stakeholders, support product launches, and monitor legislative changes to ensure business compliance.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or a related field. A minimum of 2 to 5 years of experience in regulatory affairs within the food or FMCG industry is required.
About Dawn Food Products Inc
Industry: Food and Beverage Manufacturing
Company size: 1,001-5,000 employees
We believe baking is about more than ingredients. Our passion is partnering with bakers — understanding their challenges, sparking inspiration, supporting growth, and celebrating their success. From neighborhood bakeries to large-scale operations, we work side by side with bakers every day — turning ideas into real opportunities and helping write the next chapter in bakery. We are Dawn. Your Partner for Bakery Success.