Regulatory Affairs Coordinator

What are we looking for?

We are seeking a highly motivated Regulatory Affairs Coordinator to ensure regulatory compliance across the full pet food product portfolio, including locally manufactured, imported, and Mars supplier products. This role will serve as a strategic business partner supporting innovation initiatives, safeguarding regulatory compliance, and ensuring that all technical, scientific, and commercial communications remain accurate, competitive, and legally compliant.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Veterinary Medicine, Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field.

• Advanced English proficiency.

• Experience in Regulatory Affairs, Quality, or related compliance functions.

• Strong understanding of regulations applicable to the pet food industry.

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.

• Experience working in cross-functional and international environments.

• Knowledge of regulatory registration processes and product compliance requirements.

• Advanced stakeholder management and communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Action-oriented mindset.

• Planning and prioritization skills.

• Strong drive for results.

• Effective communication.

• Stakeholder management.

• Collaboration and cross-functional coordination.

• Ability to balance business needs with regulatory requirements.

Preferred

• Ability to act as the Authorized Responsible Veterinarian (MVRA) before SENASICA, subject to holding the required professional credentials and license.

What will be your key responsibilities?

Regulatory Registration & Innovation Support

• Lead and manage the regulatory registration process for new products, ensuring timely submission of technical dossiers in alignment with innovation project timelines.

• Provide regulatory leadership for formula change projects not associated with innovation, conducting risk assessments to ensure compliance and business continuity.

• Coordinate with external consultants to obtain and validate critical regulatory documentation, including Certificates of Free Sale (CFS/CLV) and special authorizations required for registrations.

Brand Integrity, Packaging & Claims Compliance

• Ensure the accuracy and regulatory compliance of all brand communications, both on-pack and off-pack.

• Lead the approval process for product claims in Mexico while ensuring alignment with local legal requirements and regional affiliate guidelines.

• Review and approve packaging, artwork, labels, master specifications, and technical documentation to ensure consistency between registered formulas, final designs, and applicable regulations.

• Manage advertising material certifications through accredited verification bodies and ensure the proper use of approved claims.

• Plan and execute the Annual Claims Compliance Audit for Mexico, driving corrective actions and mitigating legal or reputational risks.

Regulatory Compliance & Operational Support

• Ensure implementation of Quality Management Process (QMP) requirements related to Regulatory Affairs across manufacturing sites.

• Support import and export activities for product samples by managing regulatory requirements and obtaining health certificates when needed.

• Provide regulatory expertise during inspections, audits, and verification visits conducted by local or international authorities, including SADER and SENASICA.

• Act as the Authorized Responsible Veterinarian (MVRA), when applicable and qualified, to provide regulatory and veterinary oversight.

Stakeholder & External Partner Management

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with regulatory authorities, external consultants, legal advisors, laboratories, and verification agencies.

• Partner closely with Marketing, Legal, Product Development (PDI), Corporate Affairs, Sales, Customer Marketing, and regional affiliates to ensure regulatory compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

• Manage operational interactions with external partners, including budget tracking, payment processes, authorization letters, and service coordination.

Business Impact

• Ensure successful regulatory registrations for new products.

• Protect brand integrity through compliant product communications and claims.

• Minimize regulatory, legal, and reputational risks related to packaging, advertising, formulations, and product commercialization.

• Support business growth by enabling compliant innovation and market access.