Planning Manager, QA/QC

About Samyang America

Samyang America stands as the #1 Gen Z brand, boldly shaping the future of food culture with innovative flavors, viral trends, and unforgettable brand experiences. We don’t just create food - we craft moments that spark excitement, inspire connection, and celebrate bold individuality.

Our mission is to bring daring, delicious products to the market that resonate deeply with the next generation of food lovers. From iconic spicy noodles to creative new launches, we are driven by passion, creativity, and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of taste and culture.

At Samyang America, you’ll join a dynamic team that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and a shared love for bold flavor experiences. We value fresh ideas, energetic spirit, and the courage to lead trends rather than follow them.

If you’re ready to be part of a brand that’s more than just food - a brand that moves culture and creates unforgettable moments - join our team today!

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced Regulatory Affairs & QA/QC Part Leader to lead regulatory compliance and product quality initiatives across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Latin American markets. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international food regulations, food labeling, import/export compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. This role requires strategic thinking, leadership, and the ability to effectively guide junior team members while engaging with major retail customers and regulatory bodies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead regulatory interpretation and compliance strategy for food products across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Latin American countries, ensuring alignment with evolving international regulations. 

• Oversee and approve product labeling to ensure full compliance with country-specific regulatory requirements while maintaining brand identity and marketing consistency. 

• Coordinate with external expert groups on regulatory risk assessments, labeling compliance, and legal strategy

• Proactively monito regulatory changes and access potential business impact; translate key updates into actionable guidance for internal teams. 

• Serve as a regulatory and lead in cross-functional teams, collaborating with R&D, Marketing, and Sales to drive successful product launches and continuous improvement. 

• Act as a key liaison with food safety and quality assurance teams at major mainstream and ethnic partners/channels to ensure compliance and address product-related inquiries

• Manage regulatory documentation for product, manufacturer, and warehouse registrations. 

• Oversee food safety system compliance, including FSVP, GFSI-aligned programs, and relevant country-specific import/export requirements. 

• Ensure timely maintenance of all import permits, product registrations, and export certificates coordinating with authorities and customs brokers. 

• Provide strategic oversight on HS code classifications, customs documentation, and collaboration with SCM for logistics operations. 

• Analyze customer VOCs to support quality improvement and cross-functional communication

• Demonstrate strong data management and reporting skills. And lead and mentor junior team members, providing guidance, project oversight, and professional development support. 

Requirements:

• At least 9 years of work experience with food, cosmetics, pharmaceutical or manufacturing field preferred.

• Knowledge of the regulations of FDA/USDA and custom matter.

• Basic understanding of GMP and food production fundamentals.

• Strong communication skills.

• FSVP

• Computer literacy (Excel, Word etc.)

• Bilingual (English/Korean- preferred)

The base salary for this position is between $90,000.00 and $115,000.00 per year. Actual compensation will depend on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and location. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including an annual incentive bonus, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, PTO/FTO, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Samyang America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. We do not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.