Global Product Safety & Compliance Lead

Hawkeye Search Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawkeye Search Group is seeking a Product Integrity Manager to lead the global execution of our chemical management and product integrity program, ensuring product safety and compliance meet licensor expectations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Management or an apparel-related science, 3-5+ years in designing, developing, or manufacturing children's apparel, and strong knowledge of international safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Management or an apparel-related science.
• 3-5+ years of experience in designing, developing, or manufacturing children's apparel (manufacturing environment experience a plus).
• Solid working knowledge of international safety regulations for children's apparel and accessories.
• Self-starter who can multitask and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with close attention to detail.
• Able to travel up to 30%.
• Experience with AS400 and/or PLM systems a plus.

Responsibilities

• Stay current on industry, licensor, and global regulatory requirements affecting products shipped into each region.
• Build out compliance standards and training expectations, and monitor new factories for adherence.
• Support global teams in maintaining safe, compliant manufacturing practices.
• Review audit and test results to confirm compliance with chemical and safety requirements.
• Oversee failure remediation, lead root cause investigations, and implement preventative measures.
• Coordinate with overseas testing partners to resolve issues and meet seasonal testing and documentation deadlines.
• Run seasonal product risk assessments across all brands, collaborating with Sourcing and Design teams.
• Flag and escape process or systems issues that slow program progress.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Sourcing, Design, overseas Merchandising, Quality Assurance, licensors, and third-party service providers.
• Help recruit, train, and develop team talent.
• Take on special projects as needed.

Skills

3-5+ years experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel familiarity

Multitasking

Strong communication

Remote teamwork

Travel up to 30%

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management or apparel-related science

Tools

AS400

PLM systems

Excel & database systems

Job description

Hawkeye Search Group is seeking a Product Integrity Manager to lead the global execution of our chemical management and product integrity program, ensuring product safety and compliance meet licensor expectations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Management or an apparel-related science, 3-5+ years in designing, developing, or manufacturing children's apparel, and strong knowledge of international safety regulations.