Regulatory & Scientific Affairs Specialist
Regulatory & Scientific Affairs Specialist
We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Position Summary
Together, our Research & Product Development team is driven by a shared passion for pets and people. We have the extraordinary opportunity to innovate and develop products that improve pet wellness while remaining pioneers in the industry. We take pride in representing our portfolio of industry firsts with over 500 scientists including nutritionists, chemists, immunologists, microbiologists, veterinarians, and more. We collaborate to bring our ideas to life and make a meaningful impact with an emphasis on safety and sustainability. Join us in this exhilarating journey where innovation knows no bounds, and together, we’ll shape the future of petcare.
As a Regulatory & Scientific Affairs Specialist, you’ll provide tactical regulatory expertise to help bring Innovation and Renovation projects to the market through cross collaboration with Marketing, Legal, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and Technical Services. Utilizing your advanced knowledge of national pet food regulations along with interpretive skills will allow you to minimize negative regulatory impact upon the business, as well as partner with State and Federal governmental authorities to promote the business interests of Purina.
- Serve as regulatory representative to provide technical expertise, risk assessments, and solutions for product labeling, nutrition, and regulatory issues
- Participate in cross-functional discussions and communicate compliance information for broad-based labeling, nutrition, ingredient specifications, and claims language across Nestlé Purina brands
- Build and utilize knowledge of FDA/USDA/AAFCO regulations and the principles of animal nutrition to ensure technical accuracy and compliant communication on product labels, labeling, and related materials
- Help prepare support documentation and regulatory submissions to FDA and State Feed Control Officials
- Provide tactical regulatory input and assist in the development and execution of brand strategies
- Maintain regulatory files and electronic databases
- Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions and regulatory positions, to maintain standardization for regulatory processes and guidance
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Chemistry, Nutrition, Animal Science, or related sciences field
- 1+ years in a professional environment
Other
- Prior experience in the pet food industry, human food industry, or related regulatory work is preferred
The approximate pay range for this position is $58,000 to $90,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)
REQUISITION ID
317858
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy
We’re a leader in the pet care industry, which means we’re not only ahead in volume, profit and market share, but our associates dare to Stand Taller. We innovate new products, impart new agilities into existing processes, constantly advance pet nutrition, and always pay it forward in the form of service for our communities and families. Are you up for the dare?
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Position Summary
Together, our Research & Product Development team is driven by a shared passion for pets and people. We have the extraordinary opportunity to innovate and develop products that improve pet wellness while remaining pioneers in the industry. We take pride in representing our portfolio of industry firsts with over 500 scientists including nutritionists, chemists, immunologists, microbiologists, veterinarians, and more. We collaborate to bring our ideas to life and make a meaningful impact with an emphasis on safety and sustainability. Join us in this exhilarating journey where innovation knows no bounds, and together, we’ll shape the future of petcare.
As a Regulatory & Scientific Affairs Specialist, you’ll provide tactical regulatory expertise to help bring Innovation and Renovation projects to the market through cross collaboration with Marketing, Legal, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and Technical Services. Utilizing your advanced knowledge of national pet food regulations along with interpretive skills will allow you to minimize negative regulatory impact upon the business, as well as partner with State and Federal governmental authorities to promote the business interests of Purina.
- Serve as regulatory representative to provide technical expertise, risk assessments, and solutions for product labeling, nutrition, and regulatory issues
- Participate in cross-functional discussions and communicate compliance information for broad-based labeling, nutrition, ingredient specifications, and claims language across Nestlé Purina brands
- Build and utilize knowledge of FDA/USDA/AAFCO regulations and the principles of animal nutrition to ensure technical accuracy and compliant communication on product labels, labeling, and related materials
- Help prepare support documentation and regulatory submissions to FDA and State Feed Control Officials
- Provide tactical regulatory input and assist in the development and execution of brand strategies
- Maintain regulatory files and electronic databases
- Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions and regulatory positions, to maintain standardization for regulatory processes and guidance
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Biology, Chemistry, Nutrition, Animal Science, or related sciences field
- 1+ years in a professional environment
Other
- Prior experience in the pet food industry, human food industry, or related regulatory work is preferred
The approximate pay range for this position is $58,000 to $90,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location.
Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position. Learn more at About Us | Nestlé Careers (nestlejobs.com)
REQUISITION ID
317858
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.
To our veterans and separated service members, you're at the forefront of our minds as we recruit top talent to join Nestlé. The skills you've gained while serving our country, such as flexibility, agility, and leadership, are much like the skills that will make you successful in this role. In addition, with our commitment to an inclusive work environment, we recognize the exceptional engagement and innovation displayed by individuals with disabilities. Nestlé seeks such skilled and qualified individuals to share our mission where you’ll join a cohort of others who have chosen to call Nestlé home.
The Nestlé Companies are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking diversity in qualified applicants for employment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, gender, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, perceived disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status, as defined by applicable law. Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at accommodations@nestle.com or please dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1-800-321-6467.
This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.
Review our applicant privacy notice before applying at https://www.nestlejobs.com/privacy
St. Louis, MO, US, 63164
St. Louis, MO, US, 63164
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