Compliance Specialist

Join our Osprey team as Compliance Specialist and make an immediate impact. If you love adventure, great gear, and have a passion for the outdoors, you're in good company with our Osprey brand, one of Helen of Troy's trusted brands, including OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Braun, PUR, Vicks, Honeywell, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, and Revlon. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

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What you will be doing:

The Compliance Specialist manages the primary responsibility to ensure that the HELE products meet processes, and operations comply with relevant laws, regulations, compliance and policies. The Compliance Specialist will conduct thorough testing, assessments, and audits to identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions to enhance regulatory adherence and reduce risk

The Compliance Specialist works with the Development Director to ensure all the standards are met and test in time for production.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct compliance testing and audit HELE’s products to cross various business functions to ensure the products placed on the market are compliant with the local market laws and regulation as well as the HEHE’s standard.

• Develop and execute detailed testing plans, ensuring thorough evaluation of processes, controls

• Work closely with legal, regulatory, and compliance teams to understand the applicable regulatory environment and keep up to date on any changes.

• Document testing results, prepare comprehensive reports, and communicate findings to SharePoint / Smartsheet and management team

• Monitor corrective actions to ensure compliance issues are properly addressed in a timely manner.

• Validate products, material and materials data submitted by Vendors

• Keep up to date with emerging regulatory trends and requirements.

• Additional Functions – Other duties as assigned. The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or requirements.

AUTHORITY & WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

The Compliance testing Specialist is authorized to take reasonable action necessary to carry out responsibilities consistent with general guidance from the Developer Director. The Compliance testing Specialist   is directly responsible for reporting to the Developer Director.

• Supervision Exercised: no

• Primary Contacts: Factories, suppliers, Designer, lab testing, Compliance team

QUALIFICATIONS

• Higher Diploma or above, preferably majoring in Fashion & Textile, Chemistry, Environmental

• A trustworthy, reliable communicator with excellent English Language skills and a reliable confidentiality record.

• 2+ years of experience in compliance testing, auditing, or a related role.

• Strong understanding of industry regulations and compliance standards (e.g., AATCC, ISO, ASTM, RSL, GRS..etc

• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and familiarity with compliance management tools is a plus.

• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

• Experience with risk management or internal controls.

• Understanding the product and textile material would be an advantage

• Quick learner and team player with good communication skills

Travel: Ability to travel as needed

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation: Salary dependent on experience and qualifications
Paid Time Off (PTO):  15 days
Benefits: Comprehensive Benefits Package.  Lunch provided 5 days a week.

REQUIRED MEETINGS AND TIME/TRAVEL

Participation in all department and general company meetings/functions, and others relating to special assignments, as required. May be required to work outside of normal work hours or attend offsite training/business functions. 

GENERAL STATEMENT

It is understood that this document may be changed in the future in the best interest of Osprey and/or the customers served. Any changes will be discussed with the incumbent.

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.