Job Description
Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.
Purpose
The Regulatory Affairs Coordinator ensures the legal compliance of all locally produced and/or marketed products by managing labelling requirements, product documentation, regulatory assessments, and the implementation of changing regulations. The role provides accurate regulatory guidance to internal stakeholders, supports product launches and reformulations, and maintains product compliance in line with national legislation and Dawn Foods policies.
Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance & Labeling
- Ensure regulatory compliance for products including ingredient review, formulation constraints, and pack copy generation.
- Prepare, review, and approve product labels, ingredient lists, allergen declarations, nutrition tables, and claims.
- Ensure compliance of marketing communication and artwork materials.
Product Documentation & Dossier Management
- Prepare, maintain, and update regulatory dossiers, specifications, and certificates.
- Ensure accurate data within Master Data and regulatory systems.
Cross-Functional RA Support
- Represent RA in project meetings and advise on compliance implications for NPD, renovation, and packaging changes.
- Provide regulatory information to Sales and respond to customer questionnaires and documentation requests.
Certification
- Coordinate specific certification programs like HALAL, RSPO, Vegan, etc
Regulatory Monitoring & Implementation
- Monitor regulatory developments and assess impact on products and processes.
- Coordinate implementation of new or updated legislation within the business.
Training & Internal Capability Building
- Provide regular training on new and existing regulatory requirements.
- Share regulatory insights and best practices across departments.
External Representation
- Participate in industry associations to stay informed and represent Dawn Foods’ interests.
- Maintain strong relationships with external bodies, customers, and suppliers.
Requirements, Skills & Competencies
Education & Experience
- Degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Nutrition, or related field.
- 2–5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs within food/FMCG or related industries.
- Understanding of national food legislation and labeling regulations
- Knowledge on packaging and packaging regulations is considered a plus
Skills & Competencies
- Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- High digital literacy and experience with ERP systems and databases and when possible AI tooling
- Knowledge of ingredients, food processing, and bakery processes is an advantage.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply."
Why should you apply:
At Dawn you`ll be part of an innovative company that recognizes and values your unique contributions and supports you in achieving your full potential. Our commitment to excellence extends to our employees, providing development opportunities to help you progress in your career. Our package includes:
- Competitive salary
- 22 days of annual leave + a day off to celebrate your birthday
- Health insurance for you and one member of the family
- Life insurance
- Meal Allowance: 10,46€
- Transportation allowance: 7,00€
You’ll also enjoy benefits such as:
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
- Volunteering program to give back to your community
- Internal recognition platform.
- Access to LinkedIn Learning courses.
- Monthly wellness initiatives.
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.
Requisition ID: 38407
