Regulatory Specialist

Rich Products CorporationBuffalo, New YorkOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 11 minutes ago

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About this role

Rich’s, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products are used in homes, restaurants and bakeries around the world. Beyond great food, our customers also gain insights to help them stay competitive, no matter their size. Our portfolio includes creative solutions geared at helping food industry professionals compete in foodservice, retail, in-store bakery, deli, and prepared foods, among others. With more than 13,500 associates working globally in 100 countries and annual sales of $5.9 billion, Rich’s is a global leader with a focus on everything that family makes possible. Rich’s®—Infinite Possibilities. One Family.

Purpose Statement

Performs routine and non-routine regulatory functions to ensure Rich Products Corporation is in compliance with domestic and international food regulations Functions are of moderate complexity and depth.

Key Accountabilities and Outcomes

- Administers and coordinates small projects or manages segments of larger projects with higher complexity, assisting in defining project objectives, organizing and prioritizing tasks and conducting necessary research while demonstrating a thorough knowledge of food regulations

- Reviews and approves ingredient, nutritional and handling information on routine and customized product labels, applying a thorough knowledge of domestic and international food labeling regulations and religious certification laws

- Researches both domestic and international regulations, interpreting regulations in response to internal/external customer requests (including Help Line) and departmental requirements

- Completes routine and non-routine additive checks for products exported to various marketplaces, interpreting existing and changing food additive regulations · Interpretations are documented and applied to future reviews, ensuring departmental visibility and consistency

- Facilitates Product Registration/Certification Administration in various internal marketplaces by interacting with government officials, interpreting food and registration regulations and determining applicability to RPC

- Advises SRA network of any changes to registration requirements

- Interfaces regularly with R&D developers to gain exposure and scientific understanding of products (e.g. attend product showings and cuttings, participate in cross-functional product teams)

- Assists in the implementation and administration of the company’s Right Product/Right Label Policy, ensuring labels accurately reflect product formulas

- Resolves routine and non-routine problems by applying extensive regulatory and technical knowledge and experience

- Maintains accurate, up-to-date records and databases

- Performs other related responsibilities, as needed, to support Rich Products Corporation’s business objectives

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

- Bachelors degree in Food Science or related field

- Minimum of 2 years relevant experience

- Digital fluency with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) and the ability to quickly learn PLM, regulatory, innovation/project management, and other business applications. Ability to organize, analyze, visualize, and communicate data using spreadsheets and digital tools.

- Comfortable leveraging AI-enabled tools, workflow automation, and low-code/no-code applications to improve research, data analysis, information management, and routine regulatory processes. Demonstrates sound judgment in validating AI-generated information and protecting confidential or sensitive information.

- Interfaces frequently with various internal departments (e.g. R&D, Marketing, Packaging, Procurement, QA, Operations, etc.), customers, suppliers, contract manufacturers and government regulatory officials in accomplishing project milestones.

- 10% Travel Requirement

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COMPENSATION

In accordance with state law, the rate or range provided is Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates ("Rich's"), reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, shift differential, and location.

Annual Range/Hourly Rate

$64,895.00 - $87,799.00

Rich Products Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates (“Rich’s”), are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity , standing up for fairness and maintaining a culture of belonging, to provide an exceptional experience for all. We will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, military or veteran status, or any other Federal or State legally protected classes. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Rich’s. Please contact Rich’s Associate Experience Network at [email protected] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.