Executive (R&D)-Regulatory Affairs

Demeanour, Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills Required

The ideal candidate’s demeanour and approach to life and work should be as follows:

  • Biscuit-loving, fun-loving, optimistic, innovative, energetic, aspirational, tech-savvy, and eager to learn with a hearty zest for life, specifically humble, open, fearless and yet possessing a little edge to think and go out of the box;
  • A good listener, trustworthy, reliable, honest, accountable, collegial, well-groomed and professional;
  • Proactive, resourceful, detail oriented, well-organized, self-directed, and able to thrive in high-pressure situations;
  • Appreciative and respectful of diverse cultures, abilities, genders, and different worldly belief systems.

 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Monitoring international and local regulatory development, proposing and effectively communicating all appropriate regulatory strategies to the regulators and Company as a whole.
  • Liaising with external parties to ensure that the products and labels are legally compliant.
  • Reviewing and ensuring raw materials used are legally compliant.
  • Updating information required in the system.
  • Preparing and updating product specification for internal use.
  • Ensuring effective implementation, addressing and meeting the policies and objectives set by various management system in the Company.
  • Undertaking any and all other duties and responsibilities as so instructed by the superior and/or Company.

 

Qualifications and Skills Required

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Possess at least a Bachelor’ Degree in relevant discipline, preferably in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Study, Nutrition or Science Discipline or demonstrated equivalent professional experience. Preference will be given to a candidate with two (2) years of working experience in food related research and development or in the related field.
  • Basic knowledge of regulatory needs of raw material, packaging label compliance and other regulatory requirements.
  • Basic knowledge and practical experience of regulatory affairs and requirements, preferably in the field of commercializing mass volume of biscuits or other similar bakery products.
  • Strong and clear demonstration of self-confidence and self-starter attitude.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and also be a good team player where frequent collaboration across functional teams is necessary.
  • Good time management skill, reliable, attention to details, problem solving and positive thinking.
  • Good interpersonal skill, good communication skills and able to communicate effectively with all level of employees in the organization.
  • Computer literate, proficient with Microsoft Office, other relevant software and application.
  • To be based in Alor Gajah, Melaka.
  • To possess own transport.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email for an interview.