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Global Packaging Regulatory Manager

Location: 

Lodz, PL, 90-530

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the role:
The Packaging Regulatory Manager oversees the packaging legislation and any relevant regulation on the Food Contact Materials. He ensures Barry Callebaut has all the information to apply and operate in compliance to regulatory requirements in the respective country/countries.  Monitors the relevant regulations, tracks and ensures the emerging regulations are captured and communicated, carries out impact assessment, and initiates/participates in change management whenever applicable. The incumbent represents the interests of the Company in the relevant industry association.

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Ensure compliance with local and international packaging regulations and standards.
  • Engage in effective communication and collaboration with global and regional stakeholders to align regulatory activities with the organization's business objectives. 
  • Conduct thorough reviews of packaging materials to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborate and work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, operating sites, GSQ, etc. to align regulatory activities with business objectives and to develop packaging solutions that meet regulatory requirements.
  • Stay up-to-date on changes in packaging regulations and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.
  • Prepare and submit regulatory documentation and filings related to packaging compliance.
  • Interface with regulatory agencies as needed and manage regulatory submissions.
  • Develop and deliver training sessions on packaging regulatory requirements for internal stakeholders.
  • Represent the interest of the company externally. 

 

About you:

  • Bachelor's or Master's Degree, preferably in regulatory or chemical Engineering, or food engineering, or related fields.
  • Min 3 years of experience in confirming the compliance of products with the requirements of the technical regulations in the food industry.
  • Solid knowledge of the regulations applicable to packaging and chemicals used in foods and food packaging across the globe. 
  • Development of regulatory and technical documentation.
  • Fluency in English (spoken and written) is required. Any additional language is preferred. 
  • Basic Knowledge in HACCP, Audit process, and Food Quality Assurance.
  • Readiness for occasional short business trips/travels
  • Experience of interaction with scientific research institutes and associations of food producers.
  • Able to challenge technical arguments.
  • Able to work well under pressure, and be diplomatic.
  • Good interpersonal and negotiating skills.
  • Good communication and influencing skills. 
  • Confidence in explaining and presenting complex regulatory requirements to senior internal stakeholders.
  • Able to work proactively, possess a can-do attitude, and a result-oriented mindset.

 

We offer:

  • Employment on a regular basis in the sweetest company in the world.
  • Annual bonus based on your work results.
  • Lunch card to be used for groceries and restaurants.
  • Private medical care in Lux Med (basic package fully financed by BC).
  • Fit Profit sports card co-financed by BC.
  • PPE: we care about your future, and we save money for your retirement.
  • Cafeteria Program as a part of Social Fund.
  • Group life insurance.
  • Hybrid working model: min. 8 days in the office a month.
  • As part of our work-life balance culture, we can start work between 7 am and 10 am.
  • Free consultation with a lawyer once a quarter.
  • Chocolate! Yes, surprising but we have chocolate in the office, for Christmas, BC’s Birthday, and many other occasions during the year.
  • And if chocolate is still not enough, you can join one of our theme clubs, where together with other employees we develop our passions and interests.
  • Daily delivery of fresh fruits and veggies to the office.
  • You can purchase our sweet products with a special discount.
  • Relax zone in the office and plenty of options to choose from: PlayStation 5, football table, pool table, Ping-Pong, library, table games, and massage chairs.
  • Sport @work? Sure! We have treadmills and indoor exercise bikes with a laptop station.
  • We like to party as much as we like chocolate! We have integration budgets we can use for team events.
  • Forever Chocolate and Event Team: you can join them and have a real influence on social life in BC and CSR activities.

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

If you want to learn more about Barry Callebaut, please find further information here.

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