Elevate the future with LesaffreFor over 170 years, Lesaffre has been a pioneering force nessing the power of microorganisms to transform industries from baking to healthcare. As a key global player, we've built a presence in 96 countries, employing 11,000 passionate innovators who share our unwavering commitment to excellence.Driven by our core values of passion, respect, trust, entrepreneurship, and humility, we're constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Our 3-billion euro enterprise collaborates with visionary customers, partners, and researchers to develop essential nutrients and bioactives that strengthen human health, optimize animal well-being, and improve plant nutrition.Discover Gnosis!Gnosis by Lesaffre is a pioneering division of the Lesaffre Group that leverages the power of microorganisms and fermentation to create innovative nutritional actives, probiotics, and functional yeasts. Serving leading nutraceutical and pharmaceutical brands, Gnosis harnesses the latest biotechnology advancements to develop high-quality, science-backed ingredients that support optimal health and wellness.With deep expertise Gnosis team collaborates closely with customers to formulate customized solutions, from probiotic strains to nutritional yeasts that enhance the nutritional profile of food and supplements. Committed to sustainability and quality, Gnosis creates solutions that deliver superior performance and align with the evolving demands of health-conscious consumers.What we offerThe opportunity to represent a passionate organization focused on innovation and sustainabilityCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits starting on day one, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match11 paid holidaysThe ability to leverage your expertise and make a tangible, meaningful impact on the business and our sustainability initiativesOpportunities for continuous growth and development, including international reach, the ability to grow as a people manager, and gain expertise in regions such as Canada and LATAMHow you'll contribute to our successYou won’t just navigate regulations—you’ll redefine what’s possible. As our Manager, Regulatory Affairs, you’ll be the strategic engine behind our Americas growth, turning compliance into a competitive advantage. Your expertise , and FTC requirements will unlock new markets, guide leadership on high-stakes decisions, and empower our teams to innovate with confidence.From supervising our LATAM coordinator to representing Gnosis in industry forums (like CRN), you’ll bridge science and business, ensuring our regulatory strategy fuels our customers’ success—and ours. If you’ve got nutraceuticals or dietary supplement experience, you’ll hit the ground running, mentoring teams and shaping the future of health in a fast-moving, high-impact environment.What you’ll do as a Manager, Regulatory AffairsDemonstrate an unwavering commitment to Lesaffre's safety-first culture by strictly following all safety protocols and participating in required safety programsAs a leader, has impact on others by setting the example for others to followDrive expansion opportunities in Canada using existing ingredient dossiersChampion global regulatory projects for the AmericasCollaborate with global teams to optimize data usage and streamline market accessAnalyze customer business environments and competitor practices to develop US-compliant structure/function claimsEvaluate health claim opportunities in Canada using expert-developed dataImplement regional regulatory frameworks while ensuring global alignmentDeliver on-the-ground regulatory support to US and Canadian customers and commercial teamsGuide labeling and compliance per global and regional requirementsLead regulatory function in customer projectsEngage in customer and key account meetingsCreate regulatory guidance documents (Q&As, country guides, training)Contribute to global regulatory affairs and Americas regional leadership team meetingsManage and develop Scientific Technical Coordinator-LATAM on regulatory and scientific mattersMitigate regulatory risks through collaboration with LATAM coordinatorMonitor US and Canadian regulatory landscapeConduct Americas regulatory watch and disseminate insights globallyGenerate competitive insights through analysis and customer visitsAlign with commercial/marketing teams on regulatory strategiesCommunicate market intelligence to global RA & IP teamsParticipate in the evaluation of impact of control changeEnsure regulatory accuracy within customer-facing materialsFacilitate regional compliance assessment and documentationServe as company representative in US and Canadian professional associationsBuild relationships with local lawyers/consultants to enhance regulatory affairs knowledgeCoordinate appropriate contacts for customer questionsOther duties as assignedRequired qualifications:Bachelor’s degree ulatory affairs, or related field7–10 years of regulatory affairs experience tary supplements, or consumer healthStrong expertise in U.S. dietary supplement regulation under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA), with proven ability to navigate Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requirementsHands-on experience with structure/function claims, supplement facts labeling, and related compliance frameworksDeep understanding of how a premium ingredient supplier supports customer partners in regulatory compliance while not holding direct accountability for finished product labelsDemonstrated success advising senior leadership and cross-functional teams on regulatory mattersProven track record of managing claims development, submissions, and compliance across multiple marketsStrong ability to interpret and communicate scientific/regulatory information for commercial applicationMust be ferably in the New York City or Chicago metro areas and able to work cross-functionally across time zonesAbility to travel 30-40% of the time across the Americas, with occasional global travel to EuropePreferred qualifications:Master’s degree in an applicable fieldKnowledge of Canadian and LATAM regulatory frameworksFluency in Spanish and/or Portuguese