Organic Regulatory Affairs Manager at Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc

Nitricity is a startup addressing one of the most significant climate change contributors, and we seek your help. We are innovating in an essential chemical industry that supports global food systems. The bedrock of modern agriculture is the production, distribution, and application of the vital nutrients found in fertilizers. However, nitrogen fertilizer is currently made in coal- and gas-fired facilities located hundreds to thousands of miles away from farmers who need it. The $120B industry is responsible for as much as 6% of global CO2eq emissions. Nitricity Inc. has developed a new technology that produces fertilizer using air, water, and renewable electricity (e.g., solar). Growers will have access to a more reliable, low-cost, and environmentally friendly fertilizer supply. We are actively growing our team to help us realize this vision.

Position Description

Nitricity seeks a highly motivated and detail-oriented Organic Regulatory Affairs Manager to oversee compliance and regulatory processes related to developing, producing, and distributing organic fertilizers. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of organic certification requirements, regulatory standards, and sustainability practices. This role will ensure our products meet all industry regulations while supporting our mission to deliver sustainable and effective solutions for agricultural production.

Key Responsibilities

1. Ensure all organic fertilizer products comply with local, national, and international regulatory standards (e.g., USDA Organic, OMRI, EU Organic, etc.).
2. Manage and maintain certifications required for organic products.
3. Monitor changes in regulatory policies and implement necessary adjustments.
4. Collaborate with R&D teams to ensure new products meet organic certification and compliance requirements from inception to launch.
5. Maintain accurate records of regulatory documentation, including labels, certifications, and audits.
6. Act as the primary liaison with regulatory agencies, certification bodies, and other relevant authorities.
7. Train internal teams on compliance requirements and best practices.
8. Advocate for sustainable and environmentally friendly practices within the company.
9. Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to highlight the sustainable and regulatory credentials of the products.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Environmental Science, Regulatory Affairs, or a related field.
2. 5 years of experience in regulatory compliance within the agricultural, organic products, or fertilizer industry.
3. Strong understanding of organic certification standards (e.g., USDA-NOP, OMRI, EU, etc.).
4. Familiarity with agricultural sustainability practices and trends.
5. Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
6. Proven ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple priorities.
7. Experience with international regulatory compliance.
8. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
10. Enthusiasm for high-impact, hard tech solutions.

Compensation and Benefits

1. $110,000/yr-$135,000/yr
2. 3 weeks of paid vacation
3. 7 company holidays and 2 floating holidays
4. Medical and Dental insurance
5. Parental leave
6. 401k plan with matching