Job Description – Position: Nutrition & Regulatory Specialist

Position

Position: Nutrition & Regulatory Specialist

Experience

2-4 years of experience in Nutrition & Regulatory role in Food Industry

Education

Qualification - B.Sc / M.Sc /B.Tech/M. Tech Food Nutrition/Food Technology/Food Science or related

Cost to Company would be as per the industry standard

Salary + Perks

Desired Profile

Requirements

• Recognized Certifications related to Food Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Regulations will be a plus
• Demonstrated understanding of nutritional principles & guidelines and application in Food Product Development.
• Demonstrated experience in Food labeling & Regulatory affairs. Understanding of food Ingredients, formulations & final products and confirmation on their legal compliance.
• Strong Knowledge in FSSAI regulations (mandatory); Knowledge in USFDA, Halal, EFSA, APEDA will be a plus.
• Possess Good communication and Presentation skills; Proactive and an excellent team worker

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Selected Candidate will be working on both Nutrition (40%) & Regulatory (60%) aspects

Nutrition:

• Understand Nutritional requirements of the project and creating the best nutritional design from a health perspective.
• Train and consult Internal team & Clients on topics related to Food Nutrition.
• Collaborate with R&D teams in development & optimization of food products and ensuring its provides the nutrition of highest quality.
• Collect & Analyze data from different sources (literature study, primary research, secondary research, in-house product trials, etc) and preparation of detailed reports
• Stay up to date on the latest nutritional research, trends, and guidelines to ensure accurate and current information is provided to team and clients.

Regulatory:

• Understand Regulatory requirements of the project and act as POC for providing regulatory guidance to the concerned R&D team.
• Assess acceptability of Ingredients & Formulation as per regulatory standards of different countries (FSSAI, USFDA, Halal, etc)
• Provide & verify details for Product labeling (FSSAI category, Ingredients list, Nutritional information, Health claims, Marketing & Advertising claims, Warnings, etc)
• Work along with R&D team & External lab for final product analysis - Drafting the list of analysis as per regulations and inference of results.
• Initiate and collaborate with FSSAI POC for Product Approval or queries or concerns. Manage all regulatory interactions, including submissions, communications and meetings
• Prepare, review and submit regulatory documents in compliance with regulatory requirements and timelines.
• Stay up to date on the latest regulatory changes with regards to food ingredients, food safety, food packaging, etc

If you are interested in this position and meet the criteria mentioned above, please apply with your updated resume

Email your resume to hr@foodbuddies.in