To support select Inspire Brands’ cross functional teams with all aspects of regulatory and nutrition related information needs.  To manage documentation systems that maintain and secure critical documented intellectual properties such as product/ingredient specifications, nutrition data, ingredient information, allergens, and product recipe builds. To monitor regulatory and competitive landscape to identify areas of opportunity for each brand. 

This position sits within our Atlanta based Global Support Center with an expectation to be onsite 80% of the time.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Manages database systems and develops processes for review, approval, dissemination, and retention of critical and proprietary documentation related to nutritional information for product specifications, retail labeling and consumer information assuring compliance with current federal and local regulations
• Monitors and research regulations to keep information current and to provide guidance to support groups as required and needed with product R&D
• Monitors and research competitive, industry, and consumer advocacy trends as they relate to nutrition/wellness to ensure the business is staying relevant. Provide input on the development of nutrition-related corporate strategy. Measure and report on defined nutrition-related goals
• Maintains the nutritional, ingredient and allergen, and relevant technical information (i.e. caffeine content) on select brand websites and mobile apps in accordance with product specifications and current core menus. Provide guidance and recommendations to enhance the consumer experience of digital nutrition content on brand websites/mobile app and technology options of the future
• Provides input and support in the creation and execution of all related documentation for the brands’ nutrition criteria. Utilizes information to provide menu guidance for core optimization and new product development
• Reviews and approves advertising materials (radio, TV, POP, menu board, digital, etc) and other consumer-facing materials (blogs, press releases, social media announcements, etc.). Ensures compliance with regulations and internal brand standards/requirements
• Manages the nutritional information on select brand menu-boards in accordance with product specifications and current core menus
• Serves as point-person to project manager(s) to communicate project bottle necks and/or flag items requiring discussion during weekly cross-functional meetings. Pre-reviews project kick-off documents and communicates any related regulatory/nutrition flags for team awareness during discussion

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Bachelor of Science; Nutrition degree preferred; RD certification desired
• 5 or more years of experience in quality assurance or related food industry role managing food product information such as nutritional information and ingredient labeling
• 5 or more years of experience in nutrition and regulatory affairs to include: all aspects of food labeling, claims, generate of nutrition facts panels and ingredient statements and product packaging reviews

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient in generating nutrition facts, ingredient statements, allergen disclosures, claim compliance
• Proficient in review of retail food packaging for compliance with FDA Code of Federal Regulation requirements
• Proficient with the FDA Code of Federal Regulations pertaining to food and food manufacturing
• Proficient understanding of the USDA Dietary Guidelines 
• Proficient with nutrition software such as ESHA Genesis
• Industry-related training coursework/seminars (i.e AIB Labeling, Keller & Heckman Food Law, etc.) required.
• Functional Technical Skills
• Subject matter expert in nutritional software usage
• Proficient in regulatory compliance
• Proficient in FDA Code of Federal Regulations
• Data analysis, interpretation and communication
• Drive for results
• Planning / Process Management
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong attention to details

• Interpersonal Relationships
• Problem Solving
• Strategic Thinker
• Project Management
• Ability to influence within the organization   

Project Accountabilities

• Participate in the initiation and planning phases by gathering project data and requirements and providing input on project activities and timing
• Utilize project management tools and disciplines to complete project assignments and meet deadlines
• Help identify and resolve project–related risks and issues
• Participate in the evaluation of the project by giving input for post-project evaluations and lessons learned
• Provides guidance and feedback in all relevant areas of the product development phases to include: project briefs, recipe development, product claims, product packaging, advertising materials, and nutrition and ingredient information
   

Decision Making Authority

• Reviews and provides guidance on regulatory compliance. Sr. Regulatory Manager (and above) will participate and make final judgement in all decisions

Direct Reports

• Up to 2

Travel Required

• Approximately 0-20% travel may be required in support of the position responsibilities. May require travel (US) with overnight stays involving weekends and/or requiring airplane travel

 

Inspire is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 33,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.

We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.