Compliance Specialist

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Reporting to the Compliance Manager, you will take responsibility in implementing Product Compliance activities. You will also be responsible for providing Product Compliance related supports/inputs to other departments. You are required to have collaboration with BU, PD, Sourcing, Quality and other Operations teams on Product Compliance related issues for continuous improvement of product compliance performance.

Principal Accountabilities
KRA 1: Compliance Testing Activities.

• Directly work on product safety and chemical compliance as well as clients' requirements for worldwide markets.
• Review the technical documentations like BOM, explored drawing, instruction manual and 3rd party test report. Ensure the accuracy and effective before filing.
• Coordinate with 3rd party test laboratories on all testing activities (product analysis, costing, schedule, follow-up) to ensure timely and cost-effective product testing and reporting.

KRA 2: Regulatory Technical Affairs

• Keep track of worldwide regulatory and file the regulations, directives and testing standards up to date and share with internal stakeholders.
• Prepare Product Compliance Requirements for new product category, and product-specific test requirements, if required.
• Maintain the Restrict Substance Chemical list for worldwide markets especially for general EU and its state members.
• Technical support to internal functional teams like Product Development, Quality and Marketing etc. and external stakeholders like factories and customers.

KRA 3: Process Improvements

• Support the Compliance Manager to develop, implement and maintain common working processes and procedures
• Monitor 3rd testing laboratory service for continuous improvement to ensure the best testing practice is applied.

Other Objectives

• Work independently to ensure project on time delivery with good quality with minimum supervision.
• Support in compliance Database setup and continuous enhancement.
• Other product compliance tasks assigned by Manager

Education, Qualification and training

• Bachelor's degree or above in chemistry or equivalent experience preferred.
• Strong English communication skills and project management skills.
• Min 5 years of relevant experience for product safety and chemical compliance management.

Experience Or Skills Required

• Experience in 3rd party agency for safety testing and chemical compliance project handling or in manufacturing industry for home and outdoor products background will be an advantage.
• Good understanding for international chemical standards such as RoHS/REACH/EU10/2011/LFGB 30&31/ French /FDA/ CPSIA/ Prop65 etc.
• Good team player, strong analytical and project management skills with effective communication
• Good command of both spoken and written English
• Good project management skills with shifting priorities

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon – many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.