Regulatory Affairs (FMCG)

Executive recruitment consultant Monroe Consulting Group Indonesia is recruiting on behalf of a Multinational FMCG Company. Our client is seeking for Regulatory Affairs Manager. This job will be based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Job Responsibilites:

Compliance:

• Contribute to business planning while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.
• Implement regulatory strategies, including managing product claims from development through to product launch.
• Develop and oversee strategies for ensuring regulatory compliance for local, export, and import products, including obtaining necessary government approvals.
• Review and advise on company practices, identifying necessary changes to meet current and upcoming regulatory requirements.

Regulatory Expertise:

• Maintain a deep understanding of food regulations and anticipate potential changes.

License & Permit Management:

• Manage product certification and registration processes, including BPOM, Halal, and SNI certifications.

Label & Artwork Review:

• Ensure compliance of ingredient lists.
• Conduct reviews for claim substantiation on product labels.

Engagement Responsibilities:

Internal Engagement:

• Keep the business and key stakeholders informed about new regulations and industry developments.
• Monitor evolving regulatory requirements and trends, providing updates to project teams and senior management.
• Anticipate potential regulatory challenges that could affect product categories or company policies, and develop strategies to mitigate their impact.
• Collaborate with cross-country teams to ensure regulatory compliance for both export and import products, including completing necessary applications.

External Engagement:

• Build and maintain relationships with regulatory bodies, experts, and academia.
• Represent the company in industry associations and committees.
• Advocate for the company's interests, particularly on critical regulatory topics, and influence rule-setting processes.
• Serve as the primary contact for product-related audits, inspections, and other regulatory challenges.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Food Science or a related science field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a similar role within the FMCG industry or related sectors.
• Proficiency in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.