Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist

As a Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist at our company, you’ll be primarily responsible for ensuring all regulatory compliance aspects are met. This includes facilitating workflows for new products, maintaining databases, and managing compliance documents. You'll validate product composition and labeling under U.S. and international regulations as well as oversee Organic certification and Non-GMO verifications. Additionally, you'll proof marketing materials and work alongside various teams to address regulatory requirements.

For the Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist role, we prefer candidates with a Master’s Degree or MBA and at least 3 years of experience in food labeling, quality assurance, or food analysis. A Process Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI) certification is also beneficial. Candidates should display strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and be capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

The Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist plays a crucial role in cross-functional collaboration. You’ll work closely with teams in Research & Development, Sales, and Marketing to ensure that all new product developments and changes comply with regulatory standards. Additionally, the position involves directly engaging with customers to fulfill compliance-related requests and providing training on regulatory topics.

A strong proficiency in software such as Genesis Labeling and Genesis ESHA is essential for the Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist role as you will need to generate ingredient statements and nutritional panels. Additionally, solid skills in Microsoft Office and Google Docs will be required for documentation and communication purposes, ensuring smooth compliance processes across the teams.

A career as a Sr. Regulatory Compliance Specialist opens up numerous paths for growth within the company. You may advance to senior management roles in Regulatory Affairs or Quality Assurance. Additionally, with further specialization, you could transition to roles that focus on international compliance or food safety, amplifying your influence in shaping company policy and product integrity.

When responding to this question, detail your past roles where you’ve worked on labeling compliance. Discuss specific regulations you’ve had to interpret and apply in previous positions, and provide examples of any projects or challenges you've successfully navigated.

To effectively answer this question, highlight your commitment to continuous learning. Discuss resources that you regularly consult, such as industry publications, regulatory agency websites, and professional networks or forums where updates are shared and discussed.

In this response, outline your proficiency with Genesis Labeling software. Provide examples of how you've utilized it to create ingredient statements and nutritional panels. Highlight any specific projects that required a deep understanding of product formulations and labeling harmonization.

When faced with this question, think of a specific incident where you identified and resolved a complex compliance issue. Describe the situation, the steps you took to analyze and solve the problem, and the final outcome, emphasizing your role in the resolution.

To answer this, discuss your organizational strategies for managing time and tasks effectively. Mention tools you use, such as project management systems, and explain how you balance immediate needs with long-term compliance goals.

In your response, share your perspective on the importance of effective training. Discuss how you would assess the team’s knowledge, tailor the training to their needs, and gauge their understanding through assessments or interactive sessions.

Explain your approach to validating product composition. Include specific methods you’ve implemented, like referencing regulations, using database tools, or collaborating with product development teams for accurate formulations.

When discussing customer inquiries, emphasize your communication skills. Talk about how you would listen attentively to their concerns, provide informative and clear guidance, and follow up to ensure their satisfaction with the solutions provided.

Answer by highlighting the critical nature of attention to detail in regulatory compliance roles. Discuss both your personal work practices and the importance of organizational checks to ensure every document and product meets regulatory standards.

Select a specific process improvement initiative you’ve led or contributed to in the past. Describe the initial challenges, the solution you proposed or implemented, and quantify any improvements, such as time saved or increased compliance accuracy.