Certification Manager

ASBIS; Poland; On-site; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

International career opportunities

Professional development programs

Competitive salary package

Employee gifts and awards

Special product pricing

Job summary

ASBIS is seeking a Certification Manager to lead the Certification team and guarantee timely, compliant product certification across target markets. You will determine testing standards, coordinate with certification bodies, and advise internal teams on labeling and regulatory requirements.

The role collaborates with government authorities and external experts across the EU, UK & Ireland, Ukraine, EAEU, USA and beyond, with language skills in Russian and/or Ukrainian viewed as a strong advantage.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in product certification or related field.
• Knowledge of testing requirements and procedures for electronics and wireless electronics, including TR RED and UA TR 355.
• Knowledge of product marking and labeling requirements.
• Knowledge of legislation and legal requirements related to product certification and market placement in the EU, UK & Ireland, Ukraine, EAEU (CU), USA and South Africa.
• Experience interacting with government bodies.
• Strong ability to find, verify and clearly communicate relevant information in a timely manner.
• Russian and/or Ukrainian language skills are a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Certification team and coordinate certification activities.
• Determine required testing standards and certificates for products in the portfolio.
• Determine necessary product marking and labeling requirements.
• Research and identify reliable information sources on product certification and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with consultants and certification experts when required.
• Process incoming requests for confirmation of product conformity.
• Interact with certification bodies and testing laboratories across the EU, Ukraine, CIS, Middle East and China.
• Interact with government bodies regarding product certification and conformity requirements.
• Search for new certification and testing service providers.
• Identify opportunities to optimize certification-related costs.
• Maintain the database of certificates.
• Provide consultation to employees on product certification requirements.
• Support internal teams with clear guidance on applicable certification, regulatory and labeling requirements.

Skills

Certification management

Product certification procedures

Testing standards

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Government liaison

Russian/Ukrainian language

Job description

With over 2700 employees in 34+ subsidiaries across the EMEA region, ASBIS is a pre-eminent global value add distributor, OEM, and solutions provider. We are distinguished by our in-depth industry insight and 36+ years of experience as a reliable global partner for clients and suppliers.

We are proud of being one of the certified companies by Great Place to Work®, the global authority on workplace culture, as we believe that our true asset is people.

ASBIS invests a lot to create a workplace where every employee has consistently positive experience, professional growth, and appropriate support to unlock their potential and build a future with the Company.

Whatever your area of expertise and specialization, you will find a range of career opportunities at ASBIS.

About the position:

We are looking for a Certification Manager who will be responsible for managing the Certification team and ensuring timely and compliant product certification across all target markets.

The role focuses on determining certification and testing requirements, coordinating with certification bodies, testing laboratories, government authorities and external experts, and providing internal teams with guidance on product certification, regulatory and labeling requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Certification team and coordinate certification activities.
• Determine the required testing standards and certificates for products in the company portfolio.
• Determine the necessary product marking and labeling requirements.
• Research and identify reliable information sources related to product certification and regulatory requirements.
• Search for and coordinate with consultants and certification experts when required.
• Process incoming requests and applications for confirmation of product conformity.
• Interact with certification bodies and testing laboratories across the EU, Ukraine, CIS, Middle East and China.
• Interact with relevant government bodies regarding product certification and conformity requirements.
• Search for new certification and testing service providers.
• Identify opportunities to optimize certification-related costs.
• Maintain the database of certificates.
• Provide consultation to company employees on product certification requirements.
• Support internal teams with clear and timely guidance on applicable certification, regulatory and labeling requirements.

Required experience and skills:

• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in product certification or a related field.
• Good understanding of testing requirements and procedures for electronics and wireless electronics, including TR RED and UA TR 355.
• Knowledge of product marking and labeling requirements.
• Knowledge of legislation and legal requirements related to product certification and placing products on the market in the EU, UK & Ireland, Ukraine, EAEU (CU), USA and South Africa.
• Good knowledge of product certification procedures.
• Experience interacting with government bodies.
• Strong ability to find, verify and clearly communicate relevant information in a timely manner.
• Russian and/or Ukrainian language skills are a strong advantage.
• Results-oriented approach with a strong focus on company interests.

We offer:

• Opportunity to work for a financially strong, fast-growing multinational company
• Constant interaction with global teams of professionals
• International career opportunities
• Access to continuous professional development: training, certification programs, events, and team buildings
• Competitive salary package and motivation scheme
• Life events’ gifts, corporate presents and awards, years of service bonuses
• Special prices for the Company products

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