Global Head, Flavors Regulatory & Scientific Affairs

Job Description

Global Head RSA Flavors- Chicago, IL

PURPOSE OF JOB:

The Global Head RSA Flavor is the senior Regulatory & Scientific Affairs (RSA) role responsible for the ADM Flavor business Portfolio. This role sits on the Global ADM RSA team, as well as the Flavor Leadership Team, and plays a vital role in shaping the strategy and direction of the business. ADM’s Flavor business offers a robust portfolio of ingredients including Colors by Nature, Flavoring ingredients, Botanicals, Extracts, Citrus, Mint, Vanilla, and food solutions using these ingredients.

This role leads the Regulatory & Scientific Affairs interface with the business, regulatory authorities, and external partners. It develops strategies to ensure market access for ADM and its customers, provides direction for the function, ensures products are labeled appropriately and compliant, understands global regulatory impacts, and develops global regulatory approaches. It also engages with external partners and customers to represent and defend the company's interests.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supporting the business

• Oversee the regulatory team aligned with business priorities for product stewardship, market entry, claims, and portfolio compliance. Serve as the Strategic RSA lead for Global Flavor Business.
• Collaborate with RSA Leadership to support RSA-function-to-business partnerships, division design, coverage, and cross-divisional responses.
• Develop and evaluate customer service and support metrics for the portfolio.
• Align RSA budget with RSA Leadership and business stakeholders.
• Support due diligence for M&A and JV activities as requested.
• Maintain source information supporting regulatory databases for business partners.
• Advise quality, marketing, and product management on regulatory compliance.
• Check regulatory status of new ingredients/products and liaise globally.
• Partner across functions to ensure compliance on labeling, claims, SDS, and regulatory statements.
• Respond to regulatory inquiries from internal and external customers.
• Contribute to regulatory working groups.

Ensuring market authorization for ingredients and finished products

• Lead consortia for ingredient authorization and renewal, supporting harmonization and market access.
• Prepare authorization and renewal dossiers in collaboration with R&D, Marketing, and Product Management.
• Define regulatory strategies to accelerate market launches of new offerings.

Lobbying within Professional Associations network

• Engage with external regulatory bodies and trade associations, representing the company.
• Proactively advise on regulatory changes impacting the business.

Education:

• Degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, Toxicology, Food Law, or related; graduate degree preferred.

Experience & Skills:

• Over 15 years in food/beverage, ingredient, or flavor industry; 7+ years in Regulatory Affairs.
• Global Regulatory Affairs experience.
• Leadership and cross-cultural team management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in business software (SAP, MS Office).
• Recognized industry expertise.

Additional Requirements:

• Understanding of flavor and food industry structure and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills for complex topics.
• Ability to prioritize and work under pressure.
• Strategic and innovative thinking.
• Leadership and team development skills.
• Positive attitude and open-minded approach.

We encourage candidates who feel they meet most requirements to apply. Background checks are required. Salary range: $207,000 - $321,500. The total compensation includes bonus and long-term incentives. Benefits include health, wellness, financial, social programs, paid time off, parental leave, tuition assistance, and training resources. ADM values diversity and is committed to inclusion and equal opportunity. Learn more at .