Regulatory Associate – Food Products

JOB SUMMARY

The Regulatory Associate – Food Products supports the full regulatory affairs lifecycle for Dermorepubliq’s food and food supplement product portfolio, including collagen drinks, wellness beverages, and nutraceutical products. This role assists in the preparation, submission, and maintenance of product registrations and licenses with the Philippine FDA, and ensures that all food products comply with applicable food safety laws, labeling requirements, and advertising guidelines. The Regulatory Associate works closely with the Regulatory Manager, R&D, Quality Assurance, and Marketing teams to embed compliance into the product development and commercialization process.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Product Registration & License Management

• Prepare and compile complete regulatory dossiers for product registration with the Philippine FDA, including Certificate of Product Registration (CPR), License to Operate (LTO), and notification submissions for food supplements and processed food products.
• Monitor the status of pending applications, respond to FDA deficiency letters or queries, and track registration expiry dates to ensure timely renewal submissions.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date regulatory filing system (physical and digital) for all food product dossiers, certificates, and correspondence.

Labeling & Claims Compliance

• Review draft product labels, packaging artworks, and promotional materials for food and food supplement products to ensure compliance with FDA labeling regulations (RA 10611, RA 8976, FDA AOs) and applicable ASEAN food labeling standards.
• Verify that all product claims—including nutritional, health, and structure-function claims—are substantiated, permissible, and aligned with current FDA guidelines before approval for printing or publication.
• Coordinate label revision workflows with the R&D, Marketing, and Packaging teams to implement regulatory changes or label updates efficiently.

Regulatory Monitoring & Compliance Support

• Monitor Philippine FDA issuances, circulars, and advisories related to food products and food supplements, and communicate relevant updates to the Regulatory Manager and cross-functional teams in a timely manner.
• Support post-market compliance activities including product recall documentation, adverse event tracking, and preparation of regulatory responses to FDA inspections or notices.
• Assist in internal compliance audits and gap assessments to ensure continued adherence to applicable food safety and regulatory standards.

Cross-Functional Support & Documentation

• Provide regulatory input during early-stage product development discussions for new food and supplement formulations, flagging ingredient restrictions, novel food concerns, or labeling implications.
• Prepare and maintain regulatory summaries, compliance matrices, SOPs, and other regulatory documentation required for internal quality management systems or external audits.

QUALIFICATION & REQUIREMENTS

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Nutrition, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science field.
• Relevant coursework or training in food safety and regulatory affairs is an advantage.
• Board licensure (e.g., Registered Nutritionist-Dietitian, Registered Food Technologist, or Registered Pharmacist) is preferred but not required.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 to 3 years of experience in regulatory affairs, quality assurance, or a related function within the food, food supplement, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Prior experience with Philippine FDA product registration processes for food or food supplement categories is a strong advantage.
• Fresh graduates with relevant internship experience and strong regulatory knowledge will be considered.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Technical Skills

• Working knowledge of Philippine FDA regulations applicable to food and food supplement products, including RA 10611 (Philippine Food Safety Act), RA 8976 (Food Fortification Act), and relevant FDA Administrative Orders on labeling, registration, and advertising.
• Ability to prepare, organize, and track regulatory dossiers; familiarity with FDA e-services/e-Portal for online submissions; proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and document management tools.

Soft Skills

• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple regulatory submissions and deadlines simultaneously without compromising accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in both Filipino and English; collaborative and proactive in coordinating with cross-functional teams and external government agencies.

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

• The Regulatory Associate role provides a strong foundation for career progression to Senior Regulatory Associate or Regulatory Specialist within 2–3 years. The incumbent will gain hands-on exposure to dual-category regulatory work (food and cosmetics), FDA engagement, and cross-functional product development, with access to company-sponsored regulatory training and industry seminars.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Primarily office-based in Quezon City with hybrid flexibility. Occasional visits to the Philippine FDA offices, manufacturing partners, or contract research organizations may be required for submission follow-ups or inspections.
• The role involves managing time-sensitive regulatory submissions; the incumbent is expected to demonstrate a high degree of ownership and follow-through on pending applications and deadlines.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Dermorepubliq is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment