Director Regulatory Data Infrastucture Flavor (m/f/d)

at  Symrise

About Us
Symrise is a global supplier of fragrances, flavors, food, nutrition, and cosmetic ingredients. Its clients include manufacturers of perfumes, cosmetics, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals and producers of nutritional supplements and pet food.
Its sales of € 4.6 billion in the 2022 fiscal year make Symrise a leading global provider. Headquartered in Holzminden, Germany, the Group is represented by more than 100 locations in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, the United States and Latin America.
Symrise works with its clients to develop new ideas and market-ready concepts for products that form an integral part of everyday life. Economic success and corporate responsibility are inextricably linked as part of this process.
Symrise – always inspiring more…
Your Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Director of Regulatory Data Infrastructure in the Flavor Industry. This position is crucial for ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements related to data management and infrastructure within the IT domain, specifically utilizing SAP systems,with the aim to provide an IT environment that facilitates a seemless flow from raw material information to customer documentation. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of regulatory standards, IT systems, and SAP platforms, along with exceptional leadership and project management skills.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the company’s data management processes align with industry regulations and standards. Stay updated with changes in regulations related to data management in the flavor industry and adapt company practices accordingly.
• SAP Expertise: Leverage deep understanding of SAP systems to optimize data management processes, integrate new technologies, and ensure seamless regulatory compliance. Collaborate with IT teams to implement SAP solutions tailored to regulatory needs.
• Infrastructure Development: Lead the development and maintenance of robust data infrastructure. Oversee the implementation of secure and scalable IT systems to support regulatory data requirements. Work closely with IT architects and engineers to design and maintain a reliable infrastructure.
• Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures. Define data standards, quality metrics, and ensure adherence across the organization. Develop and maintain documentation related to data governance practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including regulatory affairs, IT, and compliance departments. Work closely with regulatory experts to translate regulatory requirements into IT solutions. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to the regulatory data infrastructure team. Mentor and guide team members, foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Ensure professional development and growth opportunities for team members.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and optimization of regulatory data management. Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in compliance-related activities.

• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the company’s data management processes align with industry regulations and standards. Stay updated with changes in regulations related to data management in the flavor industry and adapt company practices accordingly.
• SAP Expertise: Leverage deep understanding of SAP systems to optimize data management processes, integrate new technologies, and ensure seamless regulatory compliance. Collaborate with IT teams to implement SAP solutions tailored to regulatory needs.
• Infrastructure Development: Lead the development and maintenance of robust data infrastructure. Oversee the implementation of secure and scalable IT systems to support regulatory data requirements. Work closely with IT architects and engineers to design and maintain a reliable infrastructure.
• Data Governance: Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures. Define data standards, quality metrics, and ensure adherence across the organization. Develop and maintain documentation related to data governance practices.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including regulatory affairs, IT, and compliance departments. Work closely with regulatory experts to translate regulatory requirements into IT solutions. Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership to the regulatory data infrastructure team. Mentor and guide team members, foster a collaborative and innovative work environment. Ensure professional development and growth opportunities for team members.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and optimization of regulatory data management. Drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in compliance-related activities