Job Responsibilities

• Regulatory Compliance Management

  • Overseeing regulatory compliance throughout new product development, from conception to commercialization, ensuring all necessary approvals are secured.
  • Identifying and mitigating regulatory risks early in the development phase to ensure product feasibility.
  • Managing product registration and amendments with the Thai FDA for both local, imported, and exported products, including handling FDA Food Manufacturing Licenses and Food Import Licenses.

• Product Labeling and Claims

  • Developing and verifying Product Label Specifications (PLS), ensuring all labels and packaging comply with regulatory requirements.
  • Reviewing and advising on product claims for labels and all communication channels (advertising, digital media, etc.), ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

• Stakeholder and Authority Engagement:

  • Providing ongoing regulatory guidance to internal teams and regional stakeholders to ensure smooth and compliant product launches.
  • Engaging with regulatory authorities to facilitate registrations, clarify regulations, and address inquiries.
  • Building strong networks with local trade associations, scientific organizations, and regulators to ensure effective communication of the industry’s perspective.

• Government Affairs and Licensing

  • Supporting the Government & Regulatory Affairs Manager in applying for and renewing relevant permits and licenses.
  • Managing government transactions related to beverage operations, and assisting in proactive advocacy and strategic engagement with government stakeholders on industry-related issues and policies.

• Monitoring and Reporting

  • Monitoring regulatory changes and new developments in food/beverage regulations and relevant scientific information, providing timely updates to internal stakeholders.

• Training and Education

  • Educating and training internal teams on regulatory issues to ensure company-wide compliance and awareness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, or related fields.
• 5+ years of Regulatory Affairs experience in the food and beverage industry, with 3+ years handling FDA product registration.
• Expertise in Thailand’s food laws and global regulatory standards.
• Native Thai speaker with good written and spoken English skills.