Global Compliance & Risk Specialist - Food Safety/MOCA

Scope

• Secures global packaging compliance with strict food‑contact standards.
• Aligns global teams, driving coordinated execution across all regions.

Responsibilities

• Drive the implementation of the FCMs compliance framework (strategy, policy, procedures, programs, and systems) for Packaging PVM products.
• Monitor and interpret legislative developments and technical requirements in key markets, either indirectly through local packaging teams or directly in the absence of Regulatory support.
• Assess the impact of regulatory changes on packaging materials and define action plans in collaboration with local packaging departments, procurement, quality teams, suppliers, and external laboratories.
• Identify testing needs, establish appropriate testing protocols, and evaluate laboratory results (directly or by supporting local teams) to drive clear conclusions.
• Perform risk assessments as required.
• Act as the primary point of contact for local packaging organizations and support training and educational initiatives.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of systems to keep detailed records of FCM-related information, including Declarations of Compliance (DoCs) and other critical documentation.
• Build and maintain a network of external service providers (e.g., testing laboratories, regulatory monitoring partners, training providers).
• Collaborate with the Group R&D Packaging Sustainability & Compliance team to streamline and enhance the Packaging Compliance process across the organization.

Qualifications and Experience

• Degree in a scientific discipline (Food Science, Material Science, Chemistry, CTF/Pharmacy, Biology/Biotechnology, Toxicology, or similar).
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a similar role within an international environment, including at least 3 years in the Food Industry.
• Deep knowledge of food-contact materials regulations, standards, and testing methodologies, with strong practical application skills.
• Strong analytical mindset and high attention to detail.
• Excellent documentation and record-keeping abilities.
• Effective time-management, organizational, and project-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to persuade, motivate, and secure buy-in from diverse stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain risks and opportunities related to packaging compliance to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, cross-functional, multicultural environment.
• Ability to prioritize and complete tasks with sound judgment, initiative, and discretion.
• Experience handling highly confidential matters.

Good opportunity to join a Multinational Company leader in consumer goods.