Regulatory Manager

Overview
McCormick & Company is seeking a Quality & Regulatory Business Partner to oversee Regulatory compliance for the McCormick Specialty Flavour & Ingredients (SFI) portfolio, including trading goods in the APAC region. This role requires deep expertise in regional food flavoring regulation, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to guide the business on regulatory risks and opportunities. Reporting to Regulatory Manager - India & Southeast Asia.
Responsibilities
Act as the primary Quality & Regulatory contact for customers, regulatory authorities, industry associations and internal stakeholders.
Provide expert guidance and partner with the SFI cross-functional team to ensure Quality & Regulatory Compliance by Design for all SFI portfolio, enable business growth opportunities and unblock potential trade barriers.
Regulatory Compliance: Responsible for regulatory compliance with applicable national and/or regional food legislation, customer specific requirements and McCormick internal standards.
Implement regulatory strategies to facilitate product registration approvals and timely market entry.
Creation, issuance and maintenance of Quality & Regulatory documents in accordance with the aligned service level agreement (SLA).
Provide technical guidance and documentation support for completion of product registration in markets.
Maintain up to date records of all regulatory submissions, approvals and customer correspondence.
Flavour & Food Regulatory Horizon Scanning: interpret, monitor and anticipate emerging regulatory policies and trends relating to the SFI portfolio and strategic priorities; communicate impact and opportunities to cross-functional teams.
Represent the company in industry associations and advocate for regulatory policies in line with McCormick standards.
Quality & Regulatory Operational Excellence: enhance and streamline the compliance framework, operational processes and documentation; establish metrics where appropriate.
Conduct training sessions for internal and external stakeholders on regulatory requirements and industry practices.
Facilitate and lead resolution of product quality issues and customer complaints in collaboration with Site Technical and Quality teams.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Food Science/Food Technology, Chemistry or related field.
Minimum 5 years in Regulatory and Quality function, preferably from the flavour industry.
In-depth knowledge of APAC flavour regulation and understanding of global flavour regulation; experience with product registration requirements.
Working experience with Authority and/or Trade Association.
Understanding of Quality Management System, Issues Management and Problem-Solving Methodology.
Skills & Competencies
Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exert positive influence, work independently and collaboratively in a cross-cultural environment.
Strong stakeholder and people management.
Ability to analyze, interpret and communicate complex food regulations in clear terms to stakeholders.
Business acumen – balance business needs with compliance.
McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance, Project Management, and Manufacturing
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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