Specialist, Regulatory Affairs

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Overview Of The Role:

Join the Saputo adventure!
Do you have a knack for compliance and a sharp eye for detail? As a Regulatory Affairs Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of innovation and quality, ensuring our products meet the highest regulatory standards. You’ll collaborate with dynamic cross-functional teams to champion food safety and regulatory integrity. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day makes a difference… we’re ready for you!

This position reports to the Manager, Regulatory Affairs

Salary : $78 170 to $102 600

*Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

We support and take care of our employees and their families by offering :

• Vacation Upon Hire

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Employee Share Ownership Plan with an employer match
• Paid Parental Leave program
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA.
• Training and development programs
• Organized activities for employees and their families
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products
• How you will make contributions that matter:
• Regulatory Evaluation – Assess ingredients, labels, and products for compliance with food safety and dairy regulations
• Documentation & Submissions – Prepare and manage regulatory documents for audits, inspections, and approvals
• Compliance Management – Ensure adherence to domestic and international regulatory standards and manage non-conformities
• Cross-Functional Support – Provide regulatory guidance to internal teams and respond to customer inquiries
• Risk Assessment – Evaluate regulatory risks for new formulations, processes, and packaging
• Imported Goods Approval – Manage regulatory processes for imported finished products
• System & Workflow Optimization – Maintain regulatory data systems and improve labeling and documentation workflows
• Regulatory Intelligence – Stay current with evolving regulations and support their implementation
• Process Improvement – Contribute to initiatives that enhance regulatory efficiency and responsiveness
• Team Collaboration – Support onboarding, team communication, and project tracking
• You are best suited for the role if you have the following qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in regulatory affairs or compliance, ideally within the food or dairy industry
• Strong understanding of Canadian regulatory frameworks, with practical experience in regulatory evaluations, labeling, and documentation
• Proficiency in regulatory systems such as TraceGains, Genesis, and InRiver PIM is an asset
• Advanced skills in Office 365 and SharePoint, with the ability to manage and optimize digital documentation workflows
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is essential for effective communication across teams and with external stakeholders throughout Canada
• Demonstrated ability to execute regulatory tasks independently, including risk assessments, product reviews, and submission preparation
• Detail-oriented and analytical, with a continuous learning mindset and strong organizational skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment, and contributing to cross-functional teams
• Curious, autonomous, and collaborative, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement

This year, Saputo is celebrating 70 years of passion and craftsmanship!

In Canada, Saputo is a leading cheese manufacturer and fluid milk and cream processor, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Dairyland, Armstrong, Neilson, Alexis de Portneuf, and many more. Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain management, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.    

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