Overview
You have a desire to be at the forefront of shaping and executing product compliance programs that further Room & Board's commitment to protecting people and the planet. If you are passionate about ensuring product safety and compliance and are ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping our standards, we want to hear from you!
Our beliefs around sustainability and being a good corporate citizen have long been a part of Room & Board’s culture and are an integral part of our business. As a leader in the retail industry, we must take bold action to directly impact sustainability, climate adaptation and our community. This will be supported by further strengthening our environment, health, and safety compliance actions.
As an Product Compliance Manager, you will report to the Director of Sustainability and lead the development and advancement of our product compliance and safety program to greater maturity. You will partner closely with internal and external stakeholders (e.g. product team, finance, manufacturing partners, regulatory agencies, industry associations, etc.) to drive a product compliance program that meets regulatory requirements within the home furnishings industry. Your contributions will be essential in ensuring our products meet standards of compliance and safety.
Location - Our Headquarters in Golden Valley, MN.
4600 Olson Memorial Highway
Minneapolis, MN 55422
Please note: We offer a hybrid work schedule of 2 to 3 days in the office. We are not considering remote candidates for this role.
In this highly cross-functional role , you will use your talents in the following ways as the Product Compliance Manager.
- Leadership: Influence a diverse range of professionals, both internally and externally, to enhance understanding of product compliance.
- Program Creation: Build and refine a robust product compliance program that meets regulatory requirements, including category-specific guidelines and improved internal processes like recall procedures.
- Strategic Project Management: Lead strategic initiatives to drive operational excellence in our compliance programs. Implement new regulations and establish control measures to minimize risks.
- Product Compliance: Develop and execute a comprehensive program that adheres to federal, state, and local compliance and safety regulations. Monitor and analyze compliance metrics to ensure effectiveness.
- Regulatory Compliance Expertise: Provide expert guidance on compliance legislation, including Prop 65 and BIFMA standards. Act as the liaison with local, state, and federal agencies as needed.
- Education and Communication: Craft communication strategies to educate and inspire internal and external partners on compliance safety topics. Oversee the development and implementation of annual training plans.
- Change Management: Implement strategies that help stakeholders navigate the evolving regulatory landscape in the home furnishings industry.
The qualities and attributes that show up in your work as a Product Compliance Manager: EHS Manager
- Lead by Example – Authenticity, Collaborative, Inclusive, Relationship Builder, and Work Ethic
- Get Work Done Through Others – Agility, Effective Communicator, Rigor, Takes Ownership
- Inspire Success – Innovative, Optimism, Passion, Strategic/Paints Vision
You will bring the following preferred skills, qualifications and experiences: Product Compliance Manager
- Bachelor’s degree in safety, environmental health, chemistry, or related field preferred. Equivalent experience also considered.
- 10 or more years of experience managing product compliance programs; retail and/or furniture industry experience preferred.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
Proven ability to manage regulatory compliance and interpret complex procedures and regulations.
Strong project management skills with a track record of timely results.
Excellent collaboration skills across various business areas.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities, comfortable transitioning between strategic and tactical roles.
Ability to synthesize complex data into clear, understandable insights.
What you'll find as a staff member at Room & Board:
- Salary: $110,000 - $130,000 depending on experience.
- Benefits that focus on holistic well-being. The whole person matters, not just the one who shows up for work. That’s why we invest in holistic well-being that supports and encourages you to live a full life. Besides a competitive paycheck, we offer several awesome perks to help you thrive in every aspect of life. Picture this: three weeks of paid vacation, a generous 401(k) match, profit-sharing, and a whole bunch of cool extras. We're talking about benefits that cover you from head to toe – physically, emotionally, and financially. To view all benefits offered by Room & Board, please visit: https://www.roomandboard.com/careers/benefits-wellbeing.ftl
- Meaningful work. We create a meaningful work experience by empowering everyone to contribute, taking pride in everything we do, and making the world sustainable, inclusive and beautiful. To learn more about our company and culture, please visit: https://www.roomandboard.com/careers/get-to-know-us
- A culture of respect. We sustain a culture of respect by relying on our shared values, building supportive and kind teams, and ensuring all voices are heard and celebrated. To learn more, please visit https://www.roomandboard.com/careers/get-to-know-us/culture-of-respect
Application Deadline: The position will remain open until filled. Anticipated start date is early 2025.
Room & Board is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or staff member on the basis of age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We also prohibit harassment of applicants and staff members based on any protected category, characteristic or status. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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