GRDQ Packaging Food Food Contact Materials Compliance Principal Specialist

• Drive the implementation of the FCMs compliance framework (including strategy, policy, procedures, programs, and systems) for Packaging PVM products;
• Monitoring and interpreting legislative developments and technical requirements in the key markets, indirectly through the local packaging or directly (no Regulatory support in this area);
• Assessing impact on packaging materials and derive necessary action plans collaborating with local packaging departments, procurement and quality team as well as suppliers and external laboratories;
• Identify testing needs and establish appropriate protocols. Assess (directly or supporting local teams) outcomes from testing laboratories and drive conclusions;
• Perform risk assessments as necessary;
• Serve as the primary point of contact for the local packaging organizations and support educational initiatives;
• Support implementation/maintenance of a system to keep detailed records of necessary information about FCMs, including Declarations of Compliance (DoCs) and other relevant documentation;
• Build and maintain a network of external service providers (e.g., testing laboratories, legislation monitoring, trainings..);
• Collaborate within the Group R&D Packaging Sustainability & Compliance team to streamline the overall Packaging Compliance process.

• Degree in a scientific discipline (food science, material science, chemistry or chemistry and pharmaceutical technology/Pharmacy or biology/biotechnology, toxicology or others);
• 8 years of proven success in a similar position within an international setting, including a minimum of 3 years in the Food Industry;
• In-depth understanding of food contact regulations, standards, and testing methodologies, and their practical application;
• Strong analytical abilities with a keen attention to detail;
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills;
• Excellent time-management, organizational and project management skills;
• Demonstrated ability to persuade and motivate others, fostering collaboration and securing buy-in for initiatives;
• Ability to effectively identify and communicate risks and opportunities related to packaging compliance to non-technical stakeholders;
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional, and culturally diverse team environment;
• Capacity to prioritize and complete projects and tasks, exercising independent judgment, initiative, and discretion;
• Experience in managing highly confidential matters.

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