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Kraft Heinz Company

Lead, Labeling Commercialization

Chicago, IL · On-site

$141K - $176K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Lead, Labeling Commercialization - Food Regulation & Labeling Strategy at a glance.... The Group ... Develop and review regulatory and nutrition technical documentation for ingredients and finished ...

HomeTown Food Company

REGULATORY SPECIALIST

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Regulatory Specialist is responsible for labeling, nutrition, and technical accuracy of product labels. This role also supports product development documentation and PLM system management ...

HomeTown Food Company

REGULATORY SPECIALIST

Chicago, IL · On-site

$90K - $110K/yr

The Regulatory Specialist is responsible for labeling, nutrition, and technical accuracy of product labels. This role also supports product development documentation and PLM system management ...

OFI

Master Data Specialist

Chicago, IL

$17.50 - $23.50/hr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Support nutrition labeling by calculating values based on ingredient data and recipe formulations. * Ensure compliance with regional and global regulatory requirements. * 3rd Party Ingredient Data ...

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A Nutrition Labeling job involves reviewing and ensuring that food packaging complies with regulatory requirements for nutrition facts, ingredient lists, and allergen declarations. Professionals in this field analyze food product compositions, verify accuracy in nutrient labeling, and ensure adherence to government guidelines such as FDA or USDA regulations. They may work in food manufacturing, quality assurance, or regulatory affairs to help maintain transparency and consumer trust.

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To excel in Nutrition Labeling, you need expertise in nutrition science, regulatory compliance (such as FDA or USDA guidelines), and attention to detail, often supported by a degree in nutrition or food science. Familiarity with nutrient analysis software, database management, and labeling regulations is essential, and certifications like Registered Dietitian (RD) or Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) can be advantageous. Strong analytical thinking, collaboration, and clear communication help you work effectively with product development, regulatory, and marketing teams. These skills ensure the creation of accurate, compliant, and consumer-friendly nutrition labels that uphold company reputation and regulatory standards.

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Professionals in Nutrition Labeling often navigate frequent regulatory updates and must ensure all product labels stay compliant with evolving standards, which can be complex and time-sensitive. They routinely work with cross-functional teams, translating technical nutrition data into clear, accurate, and consumer-friendly labels while coordinating feedback from regulatory, quality assurance, and marketing departments. The role requires careful attention to prevent costly errors, strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, and adaptability to shifting product portfolios. Facing these challenges successfully provides valuable experience and can open avenues for advancement into regulatory affairs or product development leadership roles.

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Lead, Labeling Commercialization

Kraft Heinz Company

Chicago, IL • On-site

$141K - $176K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 11 days ago

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Lead, Labeling Commercialization - Food Regulation & Labeling Strategy at a glance....
The Group Lead, Food Regulation & Labeling Strategy provides senior leadership within the Food Regulation & Strategy team, with accountability for regulatory oversight and direction across ingredients, formulas, claims, and labeling for the Kraft Heinz U.S. portfolio. This role ensures regulatory compliance while establishing best-in-class practices that enable compliant commercialization, effective risk management, and sound, business-driven decision-making in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.
This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days onsite weekly at our World HQ in downtown Chicago, IL.
What's on the menu?
  • Provide strategic leadership for regulatory compliance across the Kraft Heinz U.S. food & beverage portfolio, ensuring alignment with FDA and/or USDA requirements and internal standards.
  • Serve as a trusted partner to Marketing, R&D, Product Development, Legal, Quality, and other cross-functional stakeholders to enable compliant innovation from concept through commercialization.
  • Lead and develop regulatory talent, fostering high performance, engagement, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Establish and operationalize best-in-class regulatory processes, tools, and governance models to drive efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
  • Assess and communicate regulatory risks, opportunities, and emerging trends; proactively provide early-warning insights and actionable guidance to the business.
  • Navigate complex and ambiguous regulatory scenarios, including GRAS status, additive and color additive requirements, and claims substantiation.
  • Review and approve product labels, label graphics, advertising, and promotional materials for regulatory compliance and technical accuracy.
  • Develop and review regulatory and nutrition technical documentation for ingredients and finished products.
  • Prepare and support Kraft Heinz regulatory positions in collaboration with Legal and cross-functional partners, including engagement with regulatory authorities as appropriate.
  • Influence enterprise-level decisions by delivering balanced, pragmatic regulatory recommendations that protect the business while supporting strategic objectives.

Recipe for Success - apply now if this sounds like you!
  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA, MS in Nutrition, or other relevant advanced degree preferred
  • Preferred 15+ years of experience in U.S. food, beverage, or dietary supplement regulatory compliance
  • Experience may include product development, nutrition, scientific affairs, or quality
  • Strong knowledge of FDA and/or USDA regulations, specifications, claims, and labeling databases
  • Proven experience providing creative, sound, and solution-oriented regulatory advice in complex or ambiguous situations
  • Demonstrated success leading and evolving teams and driving operational excellence
  • Experience navigating GRAS status, additive and color additive requirements, and broader ingredient regulatory frameworks
  • Experience preparing and reviewing claims substantiation and evaluating supporting technical documentation with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to manage multiple complex priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a dynamic environment

Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz' strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$141,500.00 - $176,900.00
Bonus: This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
You'll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:
  • Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
  • Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
  • Emotional - Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
  • Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)
Chicago/Aon Center
Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com for assistance.

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