Senior Director, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs

Senior Director, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs

Loblaw Brands - Quality Assurance, Food Safety & Regulatory Affairs, Brampton, ON - 4 days in office.

The Senior Director, Regulatory and Scientific Affairs is a pivotal leader responsible for shaping and executing the scientific and regulatory strategy for Loblaw's private label products across all categories (food and non‑food – natural health products, OTCs, medical devices, cosmetics, and personal care). This role drives scientific excellence, regulatory foresight, and enables innovation to accelerate product development, amplify brand trust, and secure a competitive advantage in the Canadian market.

The position leads a high‑performing team, fosters critical external partnerships, and ensures the highest standards of compliance and customer‑centricity.

• Scientific Leadership: Leverage scientific expertise and evidence to pioneer innovative solutions and power strategic initiatives.
• Brand trust & customer‑centricity: Elevate trust through evidence‑based claims and storytelling.
• Strategic partnerships: Enhance partnerships to accelerate innovation and unlock market leadership.
• Shape future food: Enable emerging novel foods and disruptive technical solutions.
• Regulatory Excellence & Advocacy: Lead regulatory expertise, engage with bodies and industry associations, and influence Canada’s regulatory reform.
• Regulatory readiness: Ensure readiness‑focused plans for all active files impacting Loblaw Brands.
• Technical implementation: Lead implementation of regulatory and strategic initiatives.
• Risk Management & Brand Integrity: Implement robust risk assessment frameworks, optimize mitigation, provide proactive guidance, and enhance processes for speed to market.

• Enables Strategic Agility: Anticipate future trends and develop innovative strategies.
• Drives Vision and
  
  Purpose:
  
  Communicate an impactful vision.
• Cultivates Innovation: Foster a climate of big thinking.
• Translates Complex Technical Concepts: Communicate clearly to executives.
• Builds Collaborative Relationships: Leverage relationships to drive results.
• Develops Talent: Coach and mentor colleagues.

• Master's in Food Science, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or related discipline.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive leadership in Regulatory Affairs and Scientific Affairs within food or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industries.
• Strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams with a culture of innovation.
• Extensive knowledge of the Canadian regulatory environment.
• Track record of stakeholder engagement with regulatory bodies (Health Canada, CFIA) and industry associations.
• Exceptional communication, influencing, and presentation skills.

Hiring Range: $ - $ per year.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of application and employment.

Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.