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Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution. As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success, we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships, research-driven insights and innovations, and products and expertise they can depend on. As a family-owned company, our commitments to our people, products, customers, and corporate values, are all part of our recipe for success.

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Why work for Dawn Foods?

PEOPLE.   PRODUCTS.  CUSTOMERS.

Why should you apply? We invest in you!

• Industry-leading health insurance on Day 1!
• Competitive Pay
• 401(K) + company match
• 10 Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Professional training
• Family-owned business over 100 years in service
• An opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce

Job Purpose and Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Senior Regulatory Data Publication Specialist with experience in the food and beverage industry to support the publication and compliance of product data across digital and retail channels. This role is responsible for data publication through the Global Data Synchronization Network (GDSN), ensuring Key Account data compliance, and supporting sustainability reporting for certifications like RSPO and Rainforest Alliance. The ideal candidate understands the regulatory and labeling requirements specific to food products and is passionate about maintaining accurate, high-quality product data.

Work Environment & Travel: This position is eligible for either a fully remote or hybrid work environment, depending on the candidate’s preference and proximity to a company office within the United States, with up to 15% travel. The working schedule is Monday through Friday during normal business hours, typically 8 AM- 5 PM local time. 

What will you do as a Senior Regulatory Data Publication Specialist at Dawn Foods? 

• Ensure product data and vendor compliance requirements are met for major food retailers and distributors (e.g., Walmart, Kroger, Costco, PFG, etc.).
• Maintain product content and vendor information within customer-required portals (e.g., TraceGains, Repositrak, Document Compliance). 
• Facilitate completion and submission of item setup forms, product questionnaires, vendor agreements, and food safety documents to meet Key Account requirements.
• Publish and maintain product content via GDSN, ensuring customer compliance and regulatory requirements are met.
• Support third-party product content collection via GDSN and Syndigo, collaborating with internal teams and external resources on issue resolution and process improvement.
• Support continuous improvement efforts to integrate the data pool and internal systems (ERP, PLM, etc.)
• Ensure compliance requirements are met for certified sustainable products, such as Responsibly Sourced Palm Oil (RSPO) and Rainforest Alliance Cocoa (RFA), including monthly vendor verification, quarterly traceability reporting, and annual audit support.
• Manage customer requests for RSPO and RFA product assessments and surveys.
• Work closely with Regulatory Affairs, QA, R&D, Procurement, Legal, and Sales teams to collect and validate product data and supplier information to support customer needs.
• Other data publication and support duties as assigned

What Does It Take to be a Senior Regulatory Data Publication Specialist at Dawn Foods?  

Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job.   

• A High School Diploma or GED is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or a related field, or a minimum of 4 years of experience in product data management or regulatory/quality data coordination, preferably in the food or similar industry, in lieu of a degree.
• Basic understanding of food labeling laws, FDA requirements, and food safety and quality processes.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively navigate regulatory databases, data publication systems, and key account portals.
• Knowledge of GS1 standards for food product data publication (e.g., GS1-128 barcodes, attribute requirements) is a benefit.
• Experience reporting on RSPO and/or Rainforest Alliance is a plus.
• Solid Microsoft Excel skills and experience with data analysis.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative and relationship-based approach in working with internal and external stakeholders.
  
  

Physical Demands & Work Environment 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Primarily sedentary role performed in a home office setting.
• Must have the ability to remain seated and focused for extended periods and operate standard office equipment.
• Maintain a professional, quiet workspace with reliable internet access.
• Position requires regular virtual interaction with team members and stakeholders via video conferencing and other digital communication platforms.
• Must adhere to company data security and confidentiality standards while working from home.

Note: The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here. 

If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click "Apply.” 

About Our Benefits 

Dawn is proud to employ the top talent in the baking industry, and we reward our people with comprehensive health and well-being coverage, competitive compensation packages, and award-winning benefit offerings. We also help protect your future financial health with a generous 401(k) matching program that provides additional retirement funds and many tools and resources on financial wellness. Dawn encourages professional growth through tuition assistance and educational programs, and we are always searching for ways to improve our industry-leading services and benefits. 

Compensation

$57,300 - $87,100 with bonus eligibility

#LI-Remote #LI-AH1

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An Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law.

Requisition ID: 37246