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Job Purpose and Overview
As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist (m/f/d), you will play a key role in ensuring the legal compliance of our products across the EU and AMEAP regions. You will become part of a collaborative, international Regulatory team and report to the Regulatory Manager EU & AMEAP. The position is based at our site in Darmstadt. Working closely with R&D, Procurement, Sales, and Customer Service, you will provide sound, practical regulatory guidance and contribute to implementing innovations in a compliant and successful manner.
This position is fixed-term and serves as maternity/parental leave cover.
What will you do as a Regulatory Affairs Specialist at Dawn Foods?
1. You ensure that raw materials and formulations comply with national and international food law requirements, starting with enquiries from New Product Development (NPD) and Procurement.
2. You review and validate product specifications and labels for new and revised products to ensure legal compliance.
3. You represent Regulatory Affairs in cross-functional project teams and advise on the compliance implications of new ingredients and product concepts.
4. You support the response to regulatory inquiries from internal stakeholders and customers, taking country-specific legislation into account.
5. You monitor changes in EU and local food legislation and support their timely implementation within the product portfolio.
6. You conduct regular training sessions on new and existing regulatory requirements to ensure company-wide compliance.
7. You represent Dawn Foods in relevant professional and industry associations.
8. You coordinate and support food safety and sustainability audits (e.g. RSPO, Rainforest Alliance, Halal, Kosher).
What does it take to be a Regulatory Affairs Specialist at Dawn Foods?
You work in a structured, detail-oriented, and proactive manner and feel comfortable in a cross-functional, international environment. You enjoy explaining complex regulatory matters in a clear and understandable way and supporting others in complying with legal requirements.
Furthermore, you recognize yourself in the following profile:
9. Completed degree in food chemistry, food technology, or a comparable scientific discipline
10. 2–5 years of relevant professional experience in food regulatory affairs or quality assurance
11. Strong attention to detail and a high affinity for numbers
12. Experience in project management as well as an independent and team-oriented working style
13. Fluent German and English skills, both written and spoken; additional EU languages are an advantage
14. Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with ERP and PLM systems
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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:
15. Competitive salary according to collective agreement, including Christmas pay, Holiday allowance, and company pension scheme
16. 38-hour work week
17. 30 days of annual leave plus 1 day off to celebrate your birthday!
18. Discounted lunch options with our partners
19. Special employee offers from our partners (gym, bike leasing, mental health consulting)
20. Employee discount on Dawn products
You’ll also be able to enjoy such benefits as:
21. Hybrid Working; the opportunity to split your week between the office and home
22. Employee Assistance Program to support you and your family
23. Volunteering program; spend a day volunteering in your local community
24. Internal Recognition platform
25. Access to over 10,000 courses on the Linkedin Learning platform
26. Monthly wellness initiatives
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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: 37952