Regulatory Affairs Manager

Who We Are

At Freshpet, our goal is to change the way people nourish their pets forever. We strive to strengthen the bond between people and our pets so that we both live longer, healthier, and happier lives while being kind to the planet. We believe that if we can create fresh, real foods that pets love and help them live healthier lives, that their pet parents will also enjoy the many benefits of a rich life shared with a pet. IT’S AMAZING WHAT CAN HAPPEN WHEN YOU START COMPLETELY FRESH! 

What You Will Do

The Manager, Regulatory Affairs, will report to the VP of Government and Regulatory Affairs.  

The role offers an opportunity to lead critical regulatory processes, drive cross-functional collaboration, and shape the future of Freshpet's products in compliance with U.S. and global regulations. 

As the Manager, Regulatory Affairs, you will help ensure Freshpet’s products meet all regulatory requirements for research and development, manufacturing, distribution, marketing, and sales across the U.S. and Canada. You will be a key member of the regulatory claims team, review ingredient/raw material processes, monitor changes in the regulatory landscape, and build strong internal and external relationships. This role will help drive process improvements to ensure compliance and operational excellence. 

How You Will Make an Impact 

Regulatory Claims: 

• Help manage the marketing review process, ensuring compliance with regulations for on-pack and campaign claims. 
• Identify and address claims issues, providing strategic alternatives that align with business needs. 
• Influence technical, business, and policy decisions through regulatory expertise. 

Ingredient/Raw Material Regulatory Oversight: 

• Lead the regulatory ingredient process in the qualification, review, and documentation processes for new ingredients and suppliers.
• Monitor and evaluate regulatory changes that impact Freshpet’s current and future operations.

 
Building Relationships and Advocacy:

• Foster a collaborative environment across functions such as Marketing, Legal, Supply Chain, and R&D.
• Assist manager in representing Freshpet with key trade associations in US and Canada.
• Present critical regulatory information to the Manager to assist in decision-making.

 
People Management and Operational Excellence:

• Drive process improvement initiatives to maximize efficiency and minimize risks.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing and maintain a culture of continuous learning and development within the regulatory team.

What You Will Bring 

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in animal sciences or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, pet food experience preferred.
• Proven experience in preparing regulatory submissions, reviewing product claims, and interpreting product regulations.

Preferred:

• Supervisory or management experience.
• Expertise in interpreting AAFCO guidelines and U.S. regulations (e.g., FDA, CVM, USDA).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex regulatory information to diverse audiences.
• Exceptional collaboration, time management, and organizational skills.
• Customer service oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What We Offer

The range for this position is: $130,000 - $155,0000 

At Freshpet, we offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance, basic and optional life insurance, short- and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with company match, paid parental leave, pet insurance, tuition assistance, a generous PTO plan and so much more! 

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce 

Freshpet is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law (“protected characteristics”). 

Disclaimers

The salary range provided above is the range of the wages that we will pay for the listed position. A final determination on the wages within this range is based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set, and wage rates for comparable positions.  

Freshpet is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Freshpet via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Freshpet. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Freshpet as a result of the referral or through other means. 

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.

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