Regulatory Scientist- Franklin, TN

Job Description:

This Regulatory Affairs Scientist position in Mars Pet Nutrition provides nutrition and regulatory guidance in a rapid changing environment to support strategic and innovative Mars business priorities. This fast paced and exciting position has exposure to many parts of the business and works cross-functionally with the eCommerce, Legal, Research & Development, Marketing, Commercial and Supply Teams. This role will provide critical support to the business by applying technical mastery of pet nutrition and scientific claims support across the organization. This role helps ensure our products are supported by the most current and accurate science to maintain and grow the competitive market position. This position will also utilize knowledge of federal and state regulations to ensure compliance and substantiation of Mars product labeling with a strong emphasis in product claims and eCommerce advertising.

• B.S. in animal/biological sciences, nutrition, biochemistry, food science.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are required to clearly communicate potentially complex or sensitive information in a factual, non-speculative manner, across levels and functions in the organization.
• Excellent attention to detail is required for many aspects of this role including interpreting and applying regulations, label development etc.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, while continuing to manage multiple projects according to business needs.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to actively develop and maintain strong collaborative working relationships with Regulatory colleagues around the world and with partners in other functions.
• A pet passionate person with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and overcome barriers to deliver guidance to R&D and commercial partners.
• The individual must have the ability to adapt to changing priorities, while continuing to manage multiple projects according to business needs.

• M.S. in animal/biological sciences, nutrition, food science
• 2+ years of experience in animal health and nutrition field.
• Previous regulatory experience or experience in an FDA business is highly desired.

• Provide robust claims substantiation for all brands utilizing the most current and accurate science to maintain and grow the competitive market position on shelf and in eCom space.
• Provide regulatory review and approval of packaging and advertising materials for pet food and supplements ensuring appropriate support for all claims. Supporting internal customers on ecommerce projects and innovation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required to respond effectively to internal stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
• Provide regulatory guidance on ingredients and claims strategy to ensure they are accurately supported and properly described on labels and advertising.
• Obtain and maintain necessary documentation for successful imports of pet food and ingredients, such as APHIS import permits, and provide support for affiliate markets, operations and commercial in obtaining export approvals.

• Work with over 140,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
• Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
• Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
• An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.