Manager, Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs

About Ingredion:

Join Ingredion where innovation impacts lives worldwide! Without even realizing it youve experienced our work in your favorite chocolate your pets food the paper you write on and your everyday snacks. As a global powerhouse across more than 60 industries we harness the potential of natural ingredients to transform lives. Whether youre just starting your career or bringing years of experience theres a place for you here to make a real difference. Be part of our team that values a wide range of perspectives and is committed to shaping a better world with every product we create.

Location: Bridgewater NJ

Workplace type: On- Site/ Hybrid - 3 days week on-site/2 days remote

Ingredion is seeking a knowledgeable and motivatedRegulatory Affairs Managerto support innovation initiatives assist in securing ingredient approvals and help ensure regulatory compliance across our product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of regulatory frameworks related to food ingredients including GRAS and novel food processes and a working knowledge of international regulations. Familiarity with plant-based proteins and clean label ingredients is a plus. This role requires strong collaboration with cross-functional teams and global partners. The candidate will support interactions with regulatory authorities and participate in industry groups to stay informed on regulatory trends and contribute to the companys compliance and innovation goals.

The Manager reports to the Director Global Scientific & Regulatory Affairs

What you will do:

Innovation

• Support regulatory approval programs by coordinating documentation and timelines for GRAS and/or novel food submissions and approvals for expanded ingredient use.
• Assist in preparing regulatory dossiers in collaboration with external consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Provide regulatory input to R&D teams to help guide project development and ensure compliance.
• Coordinate internal teams to support implementation of regulatory strategies and ensure compliance with established plans.
• Assist in managing submissions for food contact materials through the FDA food contact notification process.

External Engagement

• Track and summarize regulatory trends and developments that may impact product innovation or compliance.
• Participate in industry working groups and support internal teams with insights from regulatory bodies and associations.
• Respond to customer inquiries regarding regulatory status and compliance of ingredients with support from senior regulatory staff as needed.

Compliance

• Interpret and apply U.S. food regulations to ensure product and labeling compliance.
• Identify and escalate potential regulatory risks to senior team members and assist in developing mitigation plans.
• Review product labels ingredient names and claims for compliance with applicable regulations.
• Support compliance with EPA TSCA requirements under the guidance of senior regulatory staff.
• Assist in maintaining regulatory documentation including safety data sheets raw material approvals and FDA facility registrations.
• Contribute to the improvement of regulatory processes and documentation systems.
• Help deliver training sessions or materials on regulatory topics to internal teams.

What you will bring:

• Bachelors degree in Biological Sciences Food Science Food Regulation or a related field with 58 years of regulatory experience.
• Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks related to food ingredients including GRAS and novel food processes and a working knowledge of international regulations.
• Strong attention to detail and technical writing skills for regulatory documentation.
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the regulatory function.
• Effective communication skills to interact with internal teams and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with plant-based proteins starches and clean label ingredients is a plus.
• Ability to travel domestically up to 10% for conferences trade shows or to other Ingredion facilities

Why Join Ingredion

Discover why Ingredion is the ideal place to advance your career with our exceptional rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive. Create the future with us and enjoy:

• Total Rewards Package Competitive salary and performance-based pay recognizing your contributions to our success
• Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support Health long-term savings and resources for your physical mental and emotional well-being
• Career Growth Learning training and development opportunities including tuition reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program A culture of real-time appreciation with personalized recognition rewards globally
• Employee Discount Program Provides exclusive discounts on everyday products services and travel

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. Ingredion seeks to provide a work environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race color religion age gender gender identity gender expression national origin ancestry handicap or disabilitymental or physicalmarital status sexual orientation veteran status disability resulting from military service or any other classification protected by law (protected classifications). We are committed to establishing and maintaining a work environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Ingredion provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If a job applicant requires an accommodation during the application process or through the selection process we will work with the applicant to meet the job applicants accommodation needs.

Relocation Available:

Pay Range:

This pay range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data and applicable bargaining agreement (if any).

Incentive Compensation:

As a part of the total compensation package this role may be eligible for the Ingredion Annual Incentive Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus.

Benefits:

Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package which includes medical dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) plan with an competitive company match.