We are seeking a highly capable Global Regulatory & Compliance Manager to oversee and manage regulatory requirements for the export of green tea-based products from Australia into Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the United States, and Europe. This role is critical in ensuring our products meet all applicable food safety, labeling, import/export, and market-specific compliance standards across multiple jurisdictions.
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Key Responsibilities
•	Lead regulatory strategy for multi-region product distribution, ensuring compliance with food safety and labeling laws across target markets
•	Manage product registrations, import permits, and certifications (e.g., FDA, EFSA, Halal, HACCP, organic certifications where applicable)
•	Interpret and apply regulatory frameworks across jurisdictions including ASEAN, GCC, EU, and the US
•	Coordinate with manufacturers, suppliers, and logistics partners to ensure documentation accuracy and compliance
•	Oversee ingredient compliance, product specifications, and permissible claims for each market
•	Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulations and proactively advise the business on risks and opportunities
•	Liaise with regulatory authorities, certification bodies, and external consultants as needed
•	Develop and implement internal compliance processes, documentation systems, and audit readiness procedures
•	Support product development teams to ensure compliance is embedded early in formulation and packaging decisions
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Requirements
•	Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, Law, or a related field
•	5+ years of experience in food regulatory compliance, preferably in beverages or functional foods
•	Strong working knowledge of international food regulations (e.g., FDA, FSANZ, EFSA, ASEAN food regulations, GCC standards)
•	Experience managing multi-country product registrations and export compliance
•	Familiarity with labeling requirements, ingredient restrictions, and health claims across jurisdictions
•	Strong attention to detail and ability to manage complex documentation workflows
•	Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across international teams
•	Experience with certifications such as Halal, organic, or GMP is highly advantageous
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Preferred Qualifications
•	Experience with tea, botanical, or functional beverage products
•	Prior exposure to cross-border operations involving Australia and emerging markets
•	Familiarity with ERP or inventory systems (e.g., Unleashed, Xero integration)
•	Ability to work in a fast-paced, scaling business environment
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What We Offer
•	Opportunity to play a key role in a fast-growing international food and beverage business
•	Exposure to multi-market regulatory environments and global expansion strategy
•	Competitive salary and performance incentives
•	Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment
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Please submit CV  with a brief cover letter outlining your experience in international food compliance and regulatory management

Russell Ingredients Sdn Bhd

Global Regulatory & Compliance Manager (F&B)

Job Title: Food Scientist (Beverage Innovation & Quality – Green Tea Products)  
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About the Role  
We are looking for a skilled Food Scientist to support the development, testing, and continuous improvement of green tea-based products for international markets. This role combines hands-on product formulation with quality validation and market adaptation, ensuring products meet both consumer expectations and regulatory requirements across Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the United States, and Europe.
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Key Responsibilities
•	Conduct formulation, testing, and optimization of green tea and matcha-based beverage products (e.g., syrups, concentrates, RTD concepts)
•	Evaluate and improve existing products for stability, taste profile, shelf life, and scalability
•	Design and execute laboratory and pilot-scale trials, including sensory and stability testing
•	Adapt formulations to meet regulatory and ingredient requirements across multiple markets
•	Collaborate with regulatory and compliance teams to ensure ingredient and labeling alignment
•	Work closely with production partners to scale formulations from lab to manufacturing
•	Develop and maintain product specifications, SOPs, and quality documentation
•	Conduct ingredient research, including sourcing alternatives and functional improvements
•	Support troubleshooting of production or quality issues
•	Maintain awareness of global trends in tea, functional beverages, and clean-label products
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Requirements
•	Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Technology, Chemistry, or a related field
•	3–6 years of experience in food or beverage product development
•	Hands-on experience with formulation and testing of beverages or liquid food products
•	Strong understanding of shelf-life studies, microbiological considerations, and stability testing
•	Familiarity with ingredient functionality (sweeteners, stabilizers, flavor systems)
•	Ability to translate R&D work into scalable manufacturing processes
•	Strong documentation and analytical skills
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Preferred Qualifications
•	Experience with tea, matcha, or botanical-based products
•	Exposure to international product development or reformulation for different markets
•	Familiarity with regulatory constraints across ASEAN, GCC, EU, or FDA environments
•	Experience working with contract manufacturers or co-packers
•	Knowledge of clean-label formulation or reduced-sugar systems
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What We Offer
•	Opportunity to develop innovative beverage products for global markets
•	Exposure to cross-border product development and commercialization
•	Dynamic, growth-oriented work environment
•	Competitive compensation and career development opportunities
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How to Apply  
Please submit your CV and a brief summary of relevant product development projects you have worked on.

Food Scientist (Beverage Innovation & Quality)

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