Regulatory Affairs Senior Scientist (12 Months Fixed Term Contract)

Overview

The role will of 12 months fixed term contract.

Location: - North Sydney

Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands. Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported.At Pepsi Co, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet.For you:

• Competitive benefits package:

• Discounts on Asahi Beverages portfolio

• Generous leave options (wellness, birthday, volunteer, 20 weeks parental for both primary & secondary carer)

• Lease Plan

Health & Wellness programs:

• Discounted private health insurance

• Financial coaching

• Flu vaccinations

• Skin checks

• Professional development programs

• Global career opportunities

Job Overview:

This role will be responsible for regulatory compliance of Pepsi Co food & beverage products, driving regulatory excellence for the region to support business growth across a diverse product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have a proficient technical skillset relevant to ingredients, technologies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute compliance assessments of products against ANZ regulations: raw material, ingredient and finished product specifications, on-pack labelling information, artworks, packaging materials, for local innovation and import/export.

• Support integration of digital systems relevant to RA.

• Engage and collaborate with R&D teams to support innovations and import/export.

• Provide regulatory advice to support product / packaging claims.

• Track regulatory developments, run impact assessments and implement new /revised regulatory guidelines and protocols.

• Identify regulatory unlocks & critical pathways for successful product launches.

• Inform key stakeholders of any upcoming regulatory changes.

• Represent ANZ RA in key project meetings, technical processes and cross-functional forums.

• Participate in regional/sector RA meetings and provide key updates from time-to-time.

Qualifications

• University degree (food science/technology, nutrition, chemistry, biology)

• Regulatory knowledge of Food Standards Australia New Zealand

• 3-5 years in food/beverage industry

• Experience in product development, food safety/quality or regulatory affairs. Preferred: strong technical background

• Very well organized

• Detail oriented and punctual

• Flexible attitude to work, results orientated

• Fluency in written and verbal English

• Proactive, self-starter, Team player

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About us:

We are a progressive and people-focused business and believe our diverse workforce is the key to our success. Because we value our employees and their families, we offer an agile and flexible working environment with an emphasis on work life balance and health, as well as plenty of learning opportunities and room to grow your career. We offer you:

• An opportunity to join a Global FMCG Company and a Top Employer of Choice!

• A competitive benefits package

• Personal and Professional Growth Opportunities

• Health and Wellness Programs