MCO Health BV (part of the Nestlé Group) is a leading player in the field of nutritional supplements and is active in the Netherlands with advisory brands such as Orthica and AOV. MCO is part of Swiss Nestlé Health Science. MCO’s mission is to safeguard optimal human health. Our commitment to good health means more than just offering some of the most effective nutritional products. We want to help people become as healthy as possible. We do this together with our team of 120 employees, based in Almere, all of whom share an affinity for good nutrition and/or a healthy lifestyle.
We are looking for a:
**Regulatory Compliance Specialist
**(Full-time, 40 hours per week)
As a Regulatory Compliance Specialist, you will work in the Application Group department within our Supply Chain organization. The Regulatory Compliance Specialist manages the regulatory registration document flow from the Nestlé Almere packaging site to support licensing and product registrations for Nestlé Health Science across all export markets. The role establishes efficient ways of working and collaborates with cross‑functional and multi‑market teams to ensure timely, accurate, and complete registration submissions.
This position coordinates dossier preparation with Regulatory teams in the markets, global project teams, and factories, ensuring right‑first‑time documentation. You will also lead regulatory change assessments with receiving markets and support factories on registration‑related questions or change‑control requirements. In addition, the role includes coordinating and liaising with local authorities in the Netherlands to obtain required certificates and regulatory documents.
As a Regulatory Compliance Specialist, your responsibilities will include:
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Preparing and providing product registration documents, license renewals, and variation dossiers to receiving markets.
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Coordinating with Regulatory teams in the markets, global project teams, the global regulatory operations team, and factory teams to gather, align, and compile regulatory documentation in line with market‑specific regulatory requirements and timelines.
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Coordinating and liaising with local authorities in the Netherlands to secure required certificates (e.g. Free Sale Certificates, Veterinary/Health Certificates) and regulatory documentation to support timely product registrations.
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Preparing and compiling registration dossiers with full accountability for accuracy, alignment with international regulatory requirements, and compliance with notarization and legalization needs.
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Supporting the Quality team during factory audits by local authorities and in relation to Halal/Kosher compliance and export‑market impact assessments.
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Supporting the Import/Export team with customs‑related documents that form part of regulatory documentation and local authority certificates, ensuring compliance with market‑specific shipment and regulatory requirements.
As a Regulatory Compliance Specialist, you will report to the Application Group Manager.
What you can expect from us:
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A full‑time position (40 hours per week);
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The salary for this position ranges between €4200,- and €5250,- gross per month based on a full-time contract.
The exact salary placement depends on your knowledge and relevant work experience;
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A 5% bonus, 8% holiday allowance;
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25 vacation days;
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3 additional days off scheduled around national holidays;
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Discounts on NHSc/MCO health products;
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A strong green mobility program, including attractive e‑bike leasing options;
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A wide range of professional training and development opportunities;
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A professional working environment with strong team spirit, company pride, and driven colleagues.
Respect is central to Nestlé’s culture. We value diversity among both the people who buy our products and those who work with us. We want everyone to feel welcome and at home at Nestlé, regardless of gender, religion, cultural background, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We believe diversity fosters creativity and innovation and helps our organization move forward. Therefore, we actively promote a culture and leadership approach that provides equal opportunities for everyone.
This is what you bring to the Regulatory Compliance Specialist role:
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A completed bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in Food Science, Pharmacy, or a related field;
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3–5 years of experience in a Nestlé regulatory role or equivalent regulatory experience in the food industry, pharmaceutical sector, trade associations, or government authorities;
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Applied knowledge of key regulatory areas such as food safety, consumer information, nutrition and health, additives, and quality;
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Project management experience is an advantage;
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An innovative and proactive mindset;
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Excellent command of both Dutch and English.
Any questions?
Our recruiters would be glad to answer any pending questions. Feel free to send your questions to alm.vacatures@nl.nestle.com .
Applying for the role of Senior Project Engineer?
Great! If you see a match with the description described above, we would gladly receive your cv and motivation.
We use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tool to schedule interviews with our candidates. So keep an eye on your email for the interview invitation! When registering your application, you will be asked if we may send you whatsapp messages; if you answer 'yes' to this, you will receive communication via whatsapp in addition to messages via email. Communication through our AI tool is in English, but our recruiters speak both English and Dutch.
*Note: *Internal applications are only possible after this has been communicated with your line manager