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Senior Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Conagra Brands · Chicago, IL · 1 wk ago
HybridLegal$82k–$120k/yrFull-time

Ingredients Required For Your Success

  • Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, or related field
  • 5+ years of regulatory experience within the food industry
  • Working knowledge of international food regulations outside of Canada and the United States
  • Experience across multiple food categories and product formats
  • Understanding of food safety, allergens, and product development processes
  • Strong research, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Demonstrated success managing multiple projects in a matrix environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and SAP Product Lifecycle Management systems

Physical Requirements

This role does not require work in a manufacturing environment or regular visits to plant locations. Work is performed in an office or hybrid setting, with extended periods of sitting, computer use, and communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Pay

The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee’s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees’ equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.

Benefits

  • Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement
  • Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan
  • Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement
  • Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities

About the Role

You will serve as a leader in reviewing, updating, and approving labeling designs for products exported internationally (outside of Canada and the United States). You will provide regulatory guidance across the organization, lead projects to ensure compliance, and partner with cross-functional teams to support business objectives. You will play a key role in addressing regulatory requirements for international markets and ensuring product labeling meets global standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead collaboration with Marketing, Sales, Quality, Finance, and Operations to ensure regulatory and labeling compliance that protects consumers and brand reputation
  • Provide guidance on regulatory requirements related to export of finished products
  • Develop export certifications and assess product eligibility for international markets (outside of Canada and the United States)
  • Create and maintain mandatory label copy including product name, ingredient statements, allergen declarations, and claims
  • Review and approve product names, formulations, descriptions, advertising, and packaging artwork for compliance with international regulations
  • Partner with internal teams and external stakeholders to resolve labeling and regulatory challenges
  • Share current regulatory knowledge and identify opportunities to leverage requirements for competitive advantage

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