Assess legal/regulatory impacts for the region and participate in advocacy forums and regulatory updates.
Execute formula-related regulatory approvals (new formulas, raw/packaging materials, formula or regulatory changes) in internal systems for Costa Rica.
Review and approve the regulatory aspects of labels and complementary stickers; support claims review processes.
Provide regulatory support to Innovation projects in Costa Rica (Pavas), acting as a strategic partner for business feasibility.
Support planning and management of the registrations budget for the region (AOP planning, cost review approvals, PO creation, invoice payments).
Competencies: Highly organized, able to synthesize information, strong communication and presentation skills, respectful, values-driven.
Location(s)
San Jose, Costa Rica Local Office
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes .
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Job Description
The Regulatory Specialist ensures sanitary registrations and regulatory compliance for commercialized products across the CARICAM region by compiling technical and legal documentation for submission (via country lawyers) to local authorities, tracking progress, and ensuring ongoing compliance.
This role is also a key point of contact for Commercial and Innovation teams, supporting Marketing, R&D, and FSQ with technical guidance on ingredients, formulas, labeling, and applicable legislation.
Heinz · San Jose