Food Regulatory and Compliance Manager
Posted 1 day 6 hours ago by Science in Sport PLC
Science In Sport Group is a world leader in sports and performance nutrition.
We have two highly regarded brands; SiS which combines world-class science and innovation to provide optimal performance nutritional solutions for professional athletes, sports and fitness enthusiasts and the active lifestyle community. This includes over 320 professional teams worldwide across a broad range of sports including Football, Rugby, Cycling, Athletics, Basketball, Netball and Swimming. Brand ambassadors include former track cyclist Sir Chris Hoy, an eleven time world champion and six time Olympic champion, and Eilish McColgan, who won gold in the 2022 Commonwealth Games 10,000 metres.
PhD Nutrition is a premium, active nutrition brand for the active lifestyle community wanting intelligent nutrition to help them achieve their goals. With over 20 years of research and development, our products are designed to maximise performance in and out of the gym. It's an exciting time for PhD Nutrition as 2025 will kick off an entirely new line up of brand ambassadors, from hybrid athletes to qualified sports nutritionists.
The two brands sell through the and digital platforms, third party online marketplaces including Amazon, as well as extensive domestic and international retail distribution.
In 2022 the company opened a state of the art 160,000 square foot manufacturing and logistics facility in Blackburn, Lancashire. Providing a significant advantage in product costs and customer response time and most importantly, allowing Science In Sport to lead the way for quality standards.
Science In Sport is the nutrition partner to globally recognised elite teams, including Tottenham Hotspur, Saracens Rugby, British Triathlon, Aquatics GB, British Cycling, England Netball and Loughborough Sports. As well as being the Official Energy Gel Provider of RunThrough and the Official Nutrition Partner of Ultra X.
The RoleThe Food Regulatory and Compliance Manager will be responsible for staying abreast of changes and developments in food regulations and standards globally, supporting the wider business in ensuring the products and services provided remain up to date with relevant regulatory requirements to maintain compliance and legality, with a main focus on brand protection.
Alongside managing a small team of Food Regulatory and Compliance Officers, you will work closely with Manufacturing, NPD, Supply Chain, Quality and Technical collaborating on achieving the shared goal of Science in Sport being the number one performance nutrition brand in the industry.
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Up to £60,000
Working Hours: 09:00 - 17:30
Location: Blackburn
On-site gym
Cycle to work scheme
Product discount
Birthday day off
Pension scheme, employer contribution at 4%
Responsible for the compliance of the entire product portfolio, leading on regulatory strategy for the business
Manage the Compliance team to ensure they, and the business, remain abreast of all relevant regulatory requirements and actively and effectively communicate any risks and potential solutions to the relevant stakeholders to reduce risk likelihood/severity wherever possible.
Provide expert advice and support for any relevant regulatory or compliance matters, whether from internal or external stakeholders.
Conduct thorough and appropriate research to understand legal requirements of new territories to open up the opportunity for business development and growth.
Responsible for managing regulatory risk and identifying changes impacting compliance. Lead on development and implementation of regular Horizon Scanning Management process and ensure key requirements are communicated to the business to minimise risk and impact of changes.
Provide analysis and support to the business regarding market access, to ensure the requirements of new and existing territories are well understood, allowing the business to open into new markets and continue to legally sell in existing markets, whilst outlining potential risks and options for mitigation where necessary.
Provide final approval of all new product documentation i.e. product specifications and packaging artworks.
Organise and manage the application and timely delivery of relevant customs and export documentation (EUR1, COO, Certificate of Free Sale, Export Health Certificates etc) to allow Sales teams to trade products legally across the world.
Deliver expert knowledge in review of new and existing product development, to assist the business to produce compliant, legal and safe products to protect both customers and the company.
Main point of contact for business support with nutritional, regulatory and compliance queries from both internal and external partners, customers, and authorities.
Create, improve and maintain business compliance policies and procedures i.e. food labelling guidance, marketing claims guidance etc, to ensure consistent and legal approach across the company.
Management of the Food Regulatory and Compliance Officers, encouraging personal and professional development to enhance the individuals, the team and the business.
Hold a degree (or equivalent) in Nutrition, Food Technology, Food Law, Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, or other related subject.
Experience working in a food manufacturing or retail environment with deep knowledge and understanding of UK and EU food regulations and standards. Desirable experience with regards to sports nutrition, food supplements and fortified foods specifically.
Good working knowledge of regulations pertaining to wider global territories i.e. USA, Canada, Australia, China and Middle East, and the ability and confidence to proactively undertake research into requirements of new and emerging markets
Excellent communication skills and competence working cross-functionally to allow seamless collaboration with NPD, Sales, Brand, Marketing, SQA, QA etc
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to interpret and relay complex legislative information to the wider business.
Experience with logistics compliance and export/import processes and required document
Ability to manage workload and adapt to changing business priorities and requirements.
Relevant experience in managing a small team
Overall risk to business due to non compliances in relevant territories will be minimised
Understanding of compliance and market access requirements for priority territories will be better understood by the wider business, and competently supported to provide all appropriate documentation to allow for seamless exports.
NPD and EPD completed within designated timelines, to meet commercial deadlines
Specific metrics will be set when in role and will be reviewed and built upon regularly. Alongside this, you will be supported with a personal performance plan that will enable you to continue improving your own performance and impact.
Attributes - experience and mindset that will enable you to do well in this role.Knowledge and implementation of food industry standards and legislation pertaining to food, food supplements and fortified foods globally
Strong communicator, relationship builder, and influencer
Outstanding eye for detail, with a 'right first time' approach
Solutions focused mindset
Ability to work competently both autonomously and cross functionally
Confident leader, with a passion for sharing knowledge and encouraging personal development within the teams you manage
Ability to work well under pressure and meet strict deadlines, adapting to shifting priorities in a fast paced environment
Science in Sport Group is an equal opportunity employer; we value diversity and strive to cultivate an inclusive workplace. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind in regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We fully support reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, to provide an inclusive and welcoming recruitment experience.