Product Compliance Executive (Asia Pacific)

MR DIY International; Seri Kembangan; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global retail company in Malaysia is seeking individuals for multiple vacancies in the Global Trade & Product Compliance project team. The role involves managing import and export logistics, ensuring compliance with international trade regulations, and collaborating with local teams for operational efficiency. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Science or Business Management and at least 2 years of regulatory compliance experience. Proficiency in English is required; Mandarin is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in regulatory compliance roles.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant regulations and standards.
• Proficiency in English is required; Mandarin is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with local import regulations and international product standards.
• Liaise with local teams and consultants for compliance certifications.
• Monitor and report on legislative changes affecting product compliance.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Strong interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Science/Supply Chain/Business Management

Job description

MR DIY International brings high-quality, affordable products to customers worldwide, building on its proud beginnings in Malaysia. Over the years, MR DIY has grown into a trusted household name with a global footprint of more than 4,000 stores across Asia, Europe, and beyond—including key markets such as Turkey, Spain, Poland, Bangladesh, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, India, and Cambodia.

With a dedicated team of over 20,000 employees, MR DIY International serves more than 80 million customers annually. The company is committed to delivering exceptional value and convenience, making everyday essentials and innovative products accessible to communities everywhere.

Job Summary

The Global Trade & Product Compliance (GTPC) department in Malaysia serves as the centralized leadership hub for all import and export operations across Mr. DIY globally. It provides strategic oversight of technology related to shipment planning and execution, ensuring efficient movement of cargo across international borders. The department is responsible for planning, monitoring, measuring, and supervising import and export activities to drive cost efficiencies and deliver key strategic advantages. Additionally, GTPC manages stakeholder relationships and ensures full compliance with domestic regulations as well as international trade, export, and financial laws.

We are seeking proactive and ambitious individuals to join our GTPC project team, with multiple vacancies available. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of import and export logistics related to project execution. This includes ensuring alignment with project timelines, maintaining full compliance with international trade and product regulations, overseeing logistics cost control, and delivering accurate, high-quality reporting to support strategic decision-making. The positions are based in Balakong Industrial Park.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory Affairs & Product Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with local HS codes, import regulations, and international product standards (Household, Medical, Appliances, F&B, Cosmetic, etc.).
• Liaise with country local team and third-party consultants for obtaining quotation, product approvals and manage compliance certificates, licenses and permits.
• Collaborate with the local import team to resolve any issues during the importation process.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) related to product compliance.
• Monitor and report on legislative changes, advising management on the impact of evolving regulations.
• Maintain and update regulatory files/ database including reports, licenses, permits and certificates for internal record keeping.
• Manage and maintain a tracking log for all compliance regulatory safety certificates, licenses, permits and related documents.

General Responsibilities

• Attend project meetings to provide updates and address issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in any Science/Supply Chain/Business Management field, with ideally at least 2 years of experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in regulatory compliance roles within similar industries, with a comprehensive understanding of relevant regulations and standards.
• Good understanding of local regulations and compliance obligations, Customs operation and HS codes knowledge.
• Familiar and experience in working with 3rd party agencies and within ISO or product compliance environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with individuals at all levels. Detail-oriented, self-motivated, and adaptable to change.
• Ability to ‘think out of the box’ for problem-solving and ability to contribute ideas to address operational issues.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) to coordinate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Mandarin proficiency is an added advantage.