Job Description

The Senior Manager of Regulatory Affairs is responsible for leading regulatory strategy and execution across Kevin’s Natural Foods’ portfolio. This role ensures full compliance with FDA, USDA, FSMA, and applicable state and international regulations while supporting product innovation, labeling accuracy, customer requirements, and brand integrity.

This position serves as KNF’s primary regulatory subject matter expert and works cross-functionally with R&D, Quality, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, and Marketing to bring compliant, high-quality products to market efficiently.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop, implement, and maintain KNF’s regulatory policies, procedures, and compliance programs for product labeling and associated product claims in alignment with company goals.
• Monitor, interpret, and communicate changes in FDA, USDA/FSIS, FSMA, and applicable international regulations; proactively assess impact and recommend actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable product certifications and claims, including (as applicable): Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, Paleo, Gluten-free and other customer or market-driven requirements.
• Serve as KNF’s primary regulatory contact for customers, auditors, and regulatory agencies.
• Oversee review and approval of product labels, packaging artwork, and claims to ensure compliance with ingredient statements, Nutrition Facts, allergens, and all other requirements.
• Maintain and manage regulatory documentation, including product specifications, statements of compliance, technical data sheets, and import/export documentation and associated document control systems
• Partner closely with Marketing and R&D to ensure claims and messaging are compliant while supporting brand objectives.
• Provide labeling regulatory guidance and education to internal teams including R&D, Quality, Operations, Sales, and Marketing.
• Support innovation and renovation projects by ensuring regulatory requirements are integrated early in the development process.
• Prepare and deliver reporting on regulatory risks, trends, and compliance status to leadership.
• Represent KNF at industry forums, customer meetings, and professional associations as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned and necessary.

What You’ll Need:

• Passion for delivering safe, quality and delicious food to the consumer.
• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Biology, or a related field; or applied experience.
• Advanced degree (MS or equivalent) preferred.
• 6+ years of regulatory experience in food manufacturing or CPG.
• Strong working knowledge of FDA, USDA/FSIS, FSMA, labeling regulations, and food safety standards.
• Experience supporting certifications and customer regulatory requirements strongly preferred.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to translate complex regulations into practical guidance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable communicating with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Healthy, Diverse Teams Breed Innovation:

Kevin’s Natural Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We deeply believe that diverse backgrounds and experiences make better teams, and we seek to attract talent from all walks of life. The team at Kevin’s is smart, humble, and passionate and we value a work environment that fosters personal development and opportunities to move within our small, but quickly growing organization.

More About Kevin’s Natural Foods:

Kevin's Natural Foods is a line of refrigerated and frozen meals, sides, soups, and sauces on a mission to empower even the busiest people to eat clean without sacrificing flavor. Co-founded by Kevin McCray who battled an auto-immune disorder for years, Kevin's Natural Foods was born from his desire to make clean eating seamlessly fit into any lifestyle. Shockingly delicious and made with clean ingredients, Kevin’s products are ready in minutes and always free from gluten, soy, and refined sugar.

In 2023, Kevin’s Natural Foods joined the Mars Food & Nutrition family, allowing us to expand our reach, accelerate innovation, and bring our mission to even more households while staying true to the quality and integrity that define our brand. A true market disruptor, Kevin's is the first clean refrigerated entrée brand working to prove every day that proper nutrition can be as delicious as it is healthy.

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