Regulatory And Compliance Specialist

THE ROLE

poppi is seeking an experienced Regulatory and Compliance Specialist to join our dynamic team. This remote role requires a candidate with a technical background in regulatory compliance and certifications in the food industry. This role will be responsible for ensuring that poppi complies with all relevant regulations and laws and will play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity of our operations and protecting poppi’s reputation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

• Initiate and maintain poppi product certifications as required to support business needs (GFCO, non-GMO project, Nutrastrong, Kosher, Certificates of Free Sale, etc).
• Review product labels, nutrition panels, claims and specifications to ensure compliance with FDA and certification requirements.
• Research and substantiate claims, including conducting scientific literature research, extracting relevant information, comprehending findings, coordinating product testing, and creating necessary substantiation documents.
• Collaborate cross-departmentally to seamlessly integrate regulatory requirements into product development processes.
• Interface with suppliers and customers to provide necessary regulatory information and documentation.
• Work with 3^rd party laboratories and internal teams to oversee necessary testing for claim substantiation, development of nutrition panels, and raw material verification of COA compliance. Maintain lab accreditation certificates.
• Stay current with changes in food manufacturing regulations and standards. Communicate these changes to relevant stakeholders.
• Manage and implement poppi’s traceability and mock recall program with an emphasis on continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Manage supplier approval program - schedule, request, and maintain database of existing and potential supplier approval documentation including conducting annual supplier assessment.
• Review raw material COAs for compliance
• Advise management on regulatory aspects of product development or lifecycle management
• Identify risk areas and develop alternative courses of action through scenario planning and development of contingency plans.
• Travel as needed to support quality initiatives such as new product launches, trials, or to meet other poppi business requirements.

WHAT YOU BRING 

• Experience working in a high-growth environment where decisions are made swiftly and priorities shift throughout the day.
• Proven experience in compliance management and regulatory affairs, preferably in the food industry.
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements (cGMP, FSMA, GDP, FDA, CDPH, Prop-65, etc) and industry standards (HACCP, GFSI, GFCO, Kosher, Non-GMO, etc).
• Knowledge of domestic and international regulations and requirements.
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills to interpret complex regulations and apply them to Poppi.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, home-office environment.

YOUR BACKGROUND 

• 5+ years of experience in regulatory compliance, preferably in the food industry.
• Experience in navigating and interpreting international regulatory frameworks and guidelines.
• Technical degree in food science, biology, agriculture, meat science, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Netsuite (preferred), and PowerBI (preferred).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel up to 25% by plane and car to domestic or international sites.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Some lifting and the movement of moderate loads require 50-pound lifting requirement.
• Willingness to work outside of standard business hours, including evenings and weekends, based on business demands.

The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of the job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some incumbents assigned to the job to perform a different combination of duties.  

COMPENSATION: Our comprehensive compensation package plays a big part in how we recognize you for the impact you have on our path to achieving our mission. For this role, the estimated base salary range is between $85,000 - $95,000. The actual base salary will vary based on various factors, including market and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. The listed range above is a guideline, and the base salary range for this role may be modified. 

BENEFITS: poppi offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including, but not limited to: 

• Bonus 
• Paid Time Off (3 weeks) 
• 10 Paid Company Holidays 
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits 
• Flexible Spending Account Plan 
• 401(k) Program 
• Paid Parental Leave 
• Life Insurance 
• Technology Allowance 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Quarterly poppi Product Benefit