Regulatory Affairs Specialist

**Who we are**

Nature’s Touch is one of the largest suppliers of frozen fruit to retailers in North America, Australia, Taiwan, and Japan. We provide a full range of products and support multiple private-label programs in addition to our own brands. We are also one of the largest buyers of fruit globally each year and continue to enjoy strong growth in this emerging category in retail.

**The opportunity**

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regulatory Affairs Specialist to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring compliance with global regulations and standards related to the importation, exportation, and distribution of our frozen fruit, vegetable, and chocolate products. You will work closely with our global supply chain team, quality assurance, and product development to ensure regulatory compliance across all aspects of our business.

**The Role**
- Monitor and interpret global regulations, standards, and guidelines related to food safety, labeling, and trade compliance for frozen food products.
- Develop and implement regulatory strategies to ensure compliance with country-specific regulations, including customs clearance, tariffs, and trade agreements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product labeling, packaging, and formulation comply with regulations and standards.
- Conduct regulatory research and due diligence on new product developments, ingredients, and suppliers.
- Manage and maintain accurate records of regulatory documentation, including certificates of origin, phytosanitary certificates, and import/export documentation.
- Facilitate communication with regulatory authorities, customs agencies, and third-party auditors.
- Manage the relationship with the assurance certification bodies.
- Assist Plant Quality Managers to maintain certifications in the different sites.
- Develop and deliver training programs to educate internal teams on regulatory requirements and compliance.

**What you will bring**
- Education_
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field.
- Experience_
- Minimum 3 years of experience in regulatory affairs, preferably in the food industry, with a focus on global supply chain and trade compliance and packaging artwork reviews
- Experience with international trade agreements, tariffs, and customs regulations.
- Skills_
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, including USDA, FDA, EU, and Codex Alimentarius.
- Good knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Preference is given to applicants who speak English, Spanish, and French (tri-lingual)
- Knowledge of Smartsheet an asset
- Knowledge of nutracoster/ genesis an asset
- Knowledge on advertising rules.

**What do we have to offer you?**
- To be part of a company with a unique and inspiring vision, deeply committed to sustainability and expanding its leadership in frozen fruit globally.
- A competitive total rewards program, including health and wellness benefits, paid time off and corporate discount programs, among others.
- A corporate culture offering the opportunity to build something unique and thus have more influence on the results.
- A flatter structure allowing greater proximity to the decision-makers of our company.
- Opportunities for growth and development within Nature's Touch.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Regulatory Affairs: 3 years (required)
- Food safety: 3 years (required)
- Food Manufacturing: 3 years (required)

Ability to Commute:

- Saint-Laurent, QC (required)