Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs - Food… at International… · Brazil

Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs - Food Ingredients Location: Castelo Branco, Brazil Job Summary Are you ready to shape global regulatory strategies that enable innovation and drive impact across the food ingredients industry? IFF is a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients and health & biosciences. We deliver sustainable innovations that elevate everyday products. Food Ingredients: Innovating improved nutritional profiles, better taste and texture, and greater cost efficiency to meet the needs of global food and beverage manufacturers. The role is based in Castelo Branco, SP (hybrid). Be part of a collaborative, strategic, and solution-oriented team where together we can achieve greatness and make a real impact. Your potential is our inspiration. Where You’ll Make a Difference Drive regulatory compliance across assigned product lines and technologies, ensuring alignment with global regulatory requirements and implementation standards Support global commercialization and go-to-market strategies by ensuring regulatory readiness for product launches and compliant product positioning Partner with Business and R&D teams to support innovation programs from early development through commercialization, proactively identifying and mitigating regulatory risks Act as a global regulatory lead or key partner for designated technologies or product lines, ensuring consistency and alignment across regions Connect and align cross-functional and multi-regional teams, enabling effective collaboration between global, regional, and local stakeholders Lead and influence regulatory-related projects, driving outcomes in a global matrix environment without direct authority Provide technical and regulatory expertise in areas such as enzymes, biotechnology, and food ingredients, supporting assessments, submissions, and authority interactions Translate complex regulatory and scientific information into clear, business-relevant guidance for decision-making and product positioning Monitor evolving regulatory landscapes and assess impacts on the business, supporting proactive strategy adjustments What Makes You the Right Fit Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field Several years of experience in Regulatory Affairs within the food ingredients, food, or related industry Strong knowledge of global regulatory frameworks and experience managing multi-regional regulatory activities Proven experience supporting product development, innovation, and commercialization processes Ability to interpret and translate complex scientific and regulatory information into practical business guidance Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions and regions Experience working in a global, matrixed organization with cross-functional exposure Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment How Would You Stand Out? Experience with enzymes, biotechnology, or advanced ingredient technologies Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive alignment across regions Strategic mindset with strong problem-solving and business partnering capabilities Why Choose Us? Opportunity to work in a global, innovative, and purpose-driven organization Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and a diverse product portfolio Collaborative and international work environment Career development and learning opportunities Flexible working model Competitive compensation and benefits package We are a global leader in taste, scent, and nutrition, offering our customers a broader range of natural solutions and accelerating our growth strategy. At IFF, we believe that your uniqueness unleashes our potential. We value the diverse mosaic of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, or veteran status. We strive for an inclusive workplace that allows each of our colleagues to bring their authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. Visit IFF.com/careers/workplace-diversity-and-inclusion to learn more