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Senior Manager, Scientific Regulatory Affairs- Indonesia

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The Senior Manager, Scientific Regulatory Affairs (SRA) owns the local market regulatory advocacy plan, inclusive of implementation of the globally aligned strategy as relevant. Ensures all ingredients, formulas, products, labels, food contact materials, packaging, promotional materials, and marketing communications comply with all the relevant local regulations and The Coca-Cola Company’s policies and guidelines.

Role supports innovation and commercialization compliance by providing scientific and regulatory expertise on new product concept/new ingredients and engage with regulatory and third-party authorities as appropriate to support new product/package launches including efficient registrations processes.

The impact of this role is high in business because unlocking and enabling innovation are important steps of successfully marketing any of our products. This role includes identification of innovations and competitive advantage opportunities. Responsible/lead the tasks/projects and may be required to perform other related duties as assigned by ASP OU SRA Senior Directors/ Directors/ line manager from time to time according to business needs.

Job scopes:

Create and sustain an enabling regulatory environment (strategic advocacy)

Make a difference to refresh the world by working with the authorities and/ or agency to remove unnecessary restrictions, regulations, or guidance. Enable and maximize the new product/ category innovation for total beverages for life.
Develop and own short, middle, and long-term local advocacy strategic plan and roadmap with credible local reality insights and scientific approach.
Establish and implement regulatory strategies to gain government approvals and international standards (e.g., Codex) for new ingredients, products, labeling, or packaging to support innovation collaborating with internal and external stakeholders such as the global SRA team, R&D, Legal, and local trade associations.
Implement globally aligned, and leads the development and implementation of local market, regulatory advocacy strategies to mitigate current risks and future headwinds that may impact our ingredients, products, packaging, claims, labeling, communication, marketing, etc.
Identify potential regulatory risks and opportunities and ensure tracking of local, regional, and global regulatory issues and emerging trends that impact the reputation of our ingredients, products, packaging, brands, etc.
Lead and engage in industry/trade associations and food standards bodies to advocate industry/company positions to protect our business and enable growth.
Build, maintain, enhance, and develop relationships/networks with external experts, government agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders on issues relating to food regulations, food safety, nutrition, and health, etc to advance The Coca-Cola Company strategy, growth agenda and positions.
Proactively work with PAC, Marketing, Legal and Governmental Affairs in appointed Franchise Operation to enable the credibility and reputation of our brands and company.

Protect and enable our license to operate (consistent, effective & efficient compliance, functional excellence & innovation insights)

Provide regulatory affairs expertise and guidance in the appointed Franchise Operation to identify solutions to regulatory issues that affect our products, ingredients, nutrition regulations or labeling
Manage protection of TCCC trade secrets (product formulations and flavour information) while dealing with regulatory authorities and third parties.
Ensure all ingredients, formulas, products, labels, food contact materials, packaging, promotional materials, and marketing communications comply with all the relevant local regulations and The Coca-Cola Company’s policies and guidelines.
Supports innovation and commercialization compliance by providing scientific and regulatory expertise on new product concept/new ingredients/enhanced claims.
Provide expert support on issues related to Crisis Management (IMCR).
Manage ingredient, formula, product, package, label, claims, and communication approvals using various compliance related tools EG., Picasso, CCAP, etc.
Engage with regulatory authorities as appropriate to support new product/package launches including efficient product registrations and halal requirements.

Networked organization

Building, maintaining, and enhancing relationships or networks with external experts, government agencies, NGOs, and other stakeholders. These relations relate to food regulations, food safety, nutrition, and health, among other subjects, all aimed at advancing The Coca-Cola Company's strategy, growth agenda, and positions.
Proactively inform country and operating unit about scientific and regulatory emerging issues to increase their understanding of issues and formulate plan of action and influence business strategies to mitigate the risks.
Maintain a relevant network of SRA experts internally and externally to stay updated with the latest regulatory requirements laws and regulations, industry trends, changes in the regulatory framework.
Proactively work with local PACS and / or Ti&SC function on internal and external communications opportunities relevant to the SRA function.

Job Requirements:

BSc., MSc. Or Ph.D In Chemistry, Nutrition, Food Science, Toxicology or related technical field.
8+ years of experience in food industry, government, or related industry in similar role.
Successful track record and demonstrated advocacy experience and leadership roles in related external organizations/committees/boards.
Solid experience in scientific and regulatory advocacy, regulatory framework on a broad range of fields in the food and beverage industry, impact assessment and risk management.
Excellent interpersonal and written and oral communication skills and must be fluent in English and fluency in other international/relevant languages in the Operating Unit.

Skills:

Leadership; Food Additives; Innovation; Researching; Product Registrations; Food Sciences; Food Technology; Packaging; Regulatory Experience; Regulatory Compliance; Communication; Science-Based Advocacy; Regulatory Advice; Food Regulations; Food Safety and Sanitation; Food Industry; Data Compilation; Cross-Functional Teamwork

Our Purpose and Growth Culture:

We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at Coca-Cola.

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