Regulatory Affairs Specialist II

Clorox is the place that’s committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace Your role at Clorox: The Regulatory Affairs Specialist II provides regulatory leadership to support the compliance and safety of Clorox’s FDA-regulated Foods portfolio, including U.S. and Canada regulatory requirements, as well as the Kingsford business. This role resides within the Product Safety and Regulatory Affairs (PS&RA) function of the R&D organization. The successful candidate will play a key role in enabling new product launches and maintaining regulatory compliance for existing products. Responsibilities include interpreting regulatory requirements, assessing risks, and providing clear, actionable recommendations that guide teams toward compliant, commercially viable solutions while enabling timely commercialization. This role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, working daily with partners across R&D (e.g., Product Development), Product Safety, Legal, Corporate Quality, Government Affairs, and Consumer Affairs. The individual represents PS&RA on project teams with minimal guidance, translating complex regulatory frameworks into practical direction for stakeholders. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly collaborative, and comfortable navigating complex and sometimes ambiguous regulatory frameworks. They demonstrate strong business acumen, effectively distinguish critical requirements from lower-risk considerations, and apply the appropriate level of rigor to enable both compliance and business growth. In this role, you will: Provide Regulatory Leadership for Innovation & Commercialization (55%) Serve as the regulatory representative on cross-functional project teams, providing proactive, risk-based guidance, including support for the Canada Foods business. Review formulations, supplier documentation, claims, ingredient statements/nutrition information, and labels to ensure regulatory compliance for product innovation and commercialization. Interpret regulations to recommend compliant and commercially viable pathways and be able to translate complex regulatory requirements into clear, practical guidance for stakeholders. Identify regulatory risks early and propose mitigation strategies. Support licensing activities, as needed. Oversee Brand Maintenance & Lifecycle Management (25%) Provide ongoing regulatory support for existing products, including formula/label updates and issue resolution. Monitor regulatory changes (e.g., federal, state, global trends) and translate impacts into actionable changes. Work with Consumer Affairs to develop consumer-facing responses, providing regulatory guidance to ensure accuracy, consistency, and appropriate interpretation of product claims, ingredients, and safety information. Monitor the Certification Program (10%) Lead regulatory activities supporting third-party certifications (e.g., Kosher, Halal, Organic). Coordinate submission dossiers, data verification, and renewal processes. Collaborate with suppliers and certifying bodies to ensure compliance and continuity. Manage Regulatory Registrations (10%) Manage state and federal Food facility registrations and product registrations for Kingsford. Ensure timely submissions to avoid business disruption. What we look for: Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology). 4+ years of FDA Foods regulatory experience within the CPG industry. Strong working knowledge of FDA regulations (e.g., FD&C Act) and Canadian regulatory frameworks, including labeling, claims, ingredients, and formulation requirements. Hands-on experience with third-party certifications (e.g. Kosher, Halal, Organic). Experience with state and federal registrations and a solid understanding of the FDA enforcement landscape, including emerging trends and state vs federal dynamics. Demonstrated ability to develop regulatory strategies, assess risk, and influence cross-functional teams to drive compliant outcomes. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Proven problem-solving skills and sound judgment in navigating complex and ambiguous situations. Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a strong sense of accountability and ownership. Desired Qualifications Experience with Genesis or similar labeling systems. Experience with regulatory and product lifecycle management systems (e.g., PLM, Veeva). Familiarity with global food regulatory frameworks. Workplace type: Hybrid: This individual will work onsite in the office 3 days a week and 2 days remotely. Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That’s why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more. [U.S.]Additional Information: At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more. We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

• Zone A: $90,900 - $170,100
• Zone B: $83,400 - $155,900
• Zone C: $75,800 - $141,700

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox’s incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies. Please apply directly to our job postings and do not submit your resume to any person via text message. Clorox does not conduct text-based interviews and encourages you to be cautious of anyone posing as a Clorox recruiter via unsolicited texts during these uncertain times. To all recruitment agencies: Clorox (and its brand families) does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to Clorox employees, including any members of our leadership team. Clorox is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.