Principal Scientist Scientific Regulatory Affairs SRA Functional Ingredients Bioactives
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Principal Scientist Scientific & Regulatory Affairs (SRA) Functional Ingredients & Bioactives
The Principal Scientist Functional Ingredients & Bioactives provides scientific and regulatory expertise to enable the development and of Mars Snacking mid to longterm growth strategy achieved through breakthrough innovation for competitive advantage. This role involves identifying and navigating regulatory pathways and frameworks to substantiate claims for novel functional ingredients and bioactives in Mars Wrigley products.
What are we looking for
Masters in Nutrition Sciences Biochemistry or related human or pet health science. PhD preferred.
Minimum 5 years experience in scientific & regulatory affairs with food products and/or related product categories (such as food supplements cosmetics) with proficiency in food law and novel ingredient/claims approvals.
A solid working knowledge of regulatory and human health issues; demonstrated track record of working successfully across functions to achieve shared goals; and proven ability to interact crossfunctionally at all levels within a large organization are required.
Demonstrated experience and success partnering with trade associations and government agencies to clarify and resolve regulatory matters is required.
What will be your key responsibilities
Develops and communicates sciencebased information regulatory positions and guidance to key internal stakeholders (Health & Wellness CoE Science & Technology Product Development Corporate Affairs Legal Senior Leadership) on functional claims and emerging scientific and regulatory issues of interest to Mars Snacking
Manages regulatory programs related to functional ingredients and bioactives and their use in finished products by collaborating with internal crossfunctional stakeholders in addition to consultants and external industry/scientific groups
Monitors external scientific and regulatory landscape in topic area of expertise to proactively guide business toward right fit solutions to satisfy emerging consumer demand spaces and Mars growth ambition.
Provides global guidance across the R&D function in the area of functional ingredients & claims and actively participates in the development of new innovation concepts claims standards and relevant policies.
Guides Mars claims review and approval activities and provides strong partnership with Science & Technology business partners for the advancement of innovation platforms through Mars Technical Readiness Level process.
Drives regulatoryenabled development of consumer demand spaces by identifying opportunities for value creation.
Evaluates finished product and claims readiness with a multidimensional approach (risk level/external landscape/required time and investment) while providing best pathway for scientific substantiation to ensure compliancy upon commercialization
What can you expect from Mars
Work with diverse and talented Associates all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose driven company where were striving to build the world we want tomorrow today.
Bestinclass learning and development support from day one including access to our inhouse Mars University.
An industry competitive salary and benefits package including company bonus.
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Skills:
Action Planning Adaptive Mindset Compliance Management Data Collection and Analysis Negotiation Organization Design and Development Planning and Organizing Reporting Verbal Communication Waterfall ModelCompetencies:
Balances Stakeholders Business Insight Collaborates Communicates Effectively Ensures Accountability Interpersonal Savvy Manages Complexity Organizational Savvy Persuades Strategic MindsetThe base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between the range listed below however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including but not limited to market location jobrelated knowledge skills and total compensation package for this position mayalso include other elements if eligible including variable pay medical and dental benefits participation in 401k plan and paid time off benefits. Eligibility for these additional elements depend on the position offeredand the employees work schedule (i.e. parttime schedule store associate). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
USD 133067.00 USD 182958.00Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
