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Ferrara
Global Food Regulatory Affairs Manager
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$102k–$143k/yr
Senior
Work Location: Chicago Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during i…
Skills: Team leadership, Regulatory compliance, International food law, Project management, Change management
Ferrara
Global Food Regulatory Affairs Manager
Chicago, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$102k–$143k/yr
Senior+
Work Location: Chicago Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during i…
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$102k–$143k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree, postgraduate degree
Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Paid time off, Annual bonus
Posted 7d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The International Regulatory Manager leads global compliance strategies and manages a team to ensure confectionery products meet international regulatory standards. This role coordinates across cross-functional departments to drive product innovation while maintaining strict adherence to global food laws and internal quality processes.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, or Engineering, with a Master's degree preferred. The role requires at least 7 years of experience in the global food or dietary supplement industry, including 5 years of specific international regulatory framework expertise.
Full job description
Work Location: Chicago
Due to the highly interactive and team-based nature of this role, in-person attendance for most of the workweek (i.e., 3 days or more) is essential for: effective communication including during in-person meetings, strong supervision, real-time problem-solving, and participation in cross-functional initiatives.
Want to make an impact?
The Global Food Regulatory Affairs Manager will make a meaningful impact on Ferrara’s global business by leading regulatory compliance strategies that support the successful expansion and sale of branded confectionery products across international markets. As the company’s subject matter expert in global food regulations, this role provides leadership on ingredient and additive requirements, formulas, labeling, claims, and third-party certification standards, ensuring products meet country-specific regulatory expectations while aligning with business objectives.
This role is central to protecting Ferrara’s brands and enabling growth globally. Partnering with third-party distributors and internal cross-functional teams, the International Regulatory Manager will lead the team responsible for global product compliance, strengthen internal regulatory programs, and guide stakeholders through complex and evolving international requirements. Through strong leadership, sound decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration, this individual will help Ferrara bring compliant, high-quality products to consumers around the world.
Ways you will make a difference
Team Leadership and Management:
Lead, coach, and mentor a team of International Regulatory Specialists and Senior International Specialists by fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
Develop internal training programs and provide continuous feedback to support team growth.
Develop and retain strong talent within the team, focusing on growing team members' skills and leadership capabilities.
Support and execute the continued development of the team’s 5-year plan (PS5).
Cross-Functional Coordination:
Support and collaborate with Global Product Development, Specifications, Marketing, Procurement, Project Management, Legal, and Quality teams.
Utilize internal and external tools and systems to evaluate regulatory risk and provide proactive, pragmatic, and risk-based recommendations to cross-functional partners.
Ensure accurate and timely global compliance data is available to the business.
Drive stakeholders to alignment on global regulatory compliance data, processes, and best practices.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all International Regulatory related questions and queries.
Project and Program Management:
Manage competing priorities between product innovation and operational stability, while keeping the bar high on compliance.
Facilitate cross-functional meetings, analyze impacts, prioritize work needed based on company goals, and implement a balanced action plan.
Set clear objectives, resource allocation, and define project milestones to ensure timely and accurate regulatory deliverables.
Understand and manage the Global Compliance Module within SAP PLM
Identify and lead the development and continuous improvement of PLM/business processes to enable formula compliance, labeling, regulatory evaluations, and compliance to claims.
Report on Regulatory management metrics, including international product compliance and progress on strategic initiatives.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned (special projects may require travel to the manufacturing sites).
Ensure adherence to all company policies and procedures.
Skills that will make you successful
Proven leadership experience with a demonstrated ability to mentor and develop a team.
Self-starter with a high level of capability to manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience engaging with upper management and cross-functional teams.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to decision-making.
Strong drive for results and ability to bring projects to completion.
Experiences that will support your success
B.S. in Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, Engineering or related field required, MS preferred.
Minimum of 7 years of experience working for a global food or dietary supplements manufacturer with minimally five years’ experience of international food law and regulatory framework. 5-7 years experience in change management and direct management experience preferred.
Independent regulatory interpretation in Canada, Mexico, European Union, Asia Pacific (APAC), and Latin American (LATAM) markets.
Demonstrates strong SAP and systems knowledge, contributing to the development of training materials, documentation, and scalable processes to support effective system adoption across the organization
Supports the development, documentation, and implementation of new processes, SOPs, and procedures, contributing to clear training materials and consistent operational execution.
Experience in process improvement, change management, and direct management experience preferred.
Bilingual preferred
What We Offer
At Ferrara, we’re proud to support our employees by providing comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off (PTO). Eligible employees may also receive an annual bonus based on company performance. Learn more about our benefits athttps://flimp.live/Ferrara-Candy-2025-OE-QR
Compensation
The salary range for this role is $102,075 - $142,905 annually.
For generations, Ferrara has created sugar confections that enable moments of sweetness, celebration, and connection for candy lovers. Today, Ferrara is the #1 sugar confectioner in the U.S. with global sales in more than 60 countries. Ferrara boasts a passionate team of over 9,400 employees around the world who deliver and create hundreds of iconic and beloved products. A career at Ferrara means you’re an integral member of a wider community. Ferrara Group is a part of a global family of distinct yet connected companies united by a passion for quality, innovation and delight.
In the U.S., more than 91 million households annually enjoy our popular brands like NERDS®, Brach’s®, Jelly Belly®, SweeTARTS®, Laffy Taffy®, and Trolli®. In Brazil, Dori has become a household name with snacking products that include brands such as Dori, Gomets, Pettiz, and Yogurte 100. And, in France, Carambar & Co has earned generations of loyal customers through the timeless appeal of iconic candy and chocolate brands such as Carambar, Lutti, Krema, Poulain, Vichy and Terry’s.
A privately held company, Ferrara Group is headquartered in Chicago, with a network of more than 30 locations in North America, South America, Europe, and Asia Pacific that includes manufacturing, distribution, sales, and R&D facilities.
Offices: 404 W Harrison St, Suite 650, Chicago, Illinois 60607, US · 7301 W. Harrison Ave., Forest Park, IL 60130, US · 3000 Washington Blvd, Bellwood, IL 60104, US · 1445 Norwood Ave, Itasca, Illinois 60143, US · 1001 e Gurler Rd, DeKalb, Illinois 60115, US
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