Director - Regulatory - ARYZTA - Chicago

Job description
Create a culture of continuous improvement with our regulatory team through optimizing our label development process, training, developing consistent policies, and improving our support for internal and external customers
Responsible for understanding all applicable food regulations (international, national, state, and local) and assuring labels and customer specifications meet all regulations
Develops and optimizes specification database on SharePoint.
Assures Genesis network and/or other nutritional databases are effectively used.
Assures team assists Marketing with any non-label claims on promotional materials
Trained on the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standards (i.e. BRC, SQF) and assisting bakeries with regulatory and specification information for GFSI, third party audits, and customer auditsAssures team responds quickly to customer regulatory requests to preserve and enhance the image of the company as a competent supplier of quality foods exceeding their expectations
Participates in new innovation projects for customers and works with Innovation, Commercialization, and Operations to define and improve product specifications
Knowledgeable on requirements for Organic, non-GM, Kosher, Halal, and Vegan.
Responsible for the selection, motivation and development of regulatory personnel to ensure all positions are effectively staffed and future management is developed. Identifies promotable personnel and assures necessary and desirable training. Conducts timely formal annual performance evaluations for all direct reports, in addition to recommending developmental training
Develops and delivers regulatory training for bakeries, marketing and innovation
Other duties may be assigned and Regulatory Director is expected to effectively manage and execute changes

Desired Skills and Experience

Excellent leadership, communication, and team building skills
B.S. in Food Science, Food Technology or related discipline, Masters preferred
7-10 years food industry experience and must have food labeling experience
Trained in a Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) standard such as BRC or SQF
Good writing, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Proficient in computers including spreadsheets, Genesis, and SAP applications
Be able to manage multiple tasks, set priorities, meet deadlines, and accomplish team objectives
Ability to work effectively with at all levels of organization.

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