Product Compliance Lead

Concept2; Morristown (VT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical/dental/vision coverage

Flexible work schedule

Informal office culture

Job summary

Concept2, a global leader in fitness ergometers and rowing equipment, seeks a hands-on Product Regulatory & Compliance professional to ensure products meet environmental, safety, and electronics standards worldwide.

You will coordinate with Purchasing, Engineering, and Quality Assurance to manage registrations, declarations, supplier data, and regulatory reporting, while monitoring evolving laws such as REACH, RoHS, and CA Proposition 65.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of compliance experience in a global manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory research, interpretation, and implementation, particularly ESG and environmental compliance programs.
• Experience managing large datasets, technical documentation, and compliance reporting.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional projects and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and external organizations.
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and record‑keeping requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current programs for environmental compliance and product registrations.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Import/Export Compliance, and Engineering to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Engage with third parties for product testing, supplier surveys, and registrations.
• Analyze data from internal and supplier sources to educate stakeholders.
• Compile data and create declarations and reporting for regulators.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Regulatory research

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Concept2, a global market leader in the design and manufacture of fitness ergometers and composite racing oars, is seeking a dynamic, hands‑on Product Regulatory & Compliance Professional to join our team. This role will ensure Concept2’s products meet all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards with a focus on environmental, safety, and electronics compliance. Successful Concept2 employees combine self‑sufficiency and personal accountability with strong teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain current programs for environmental compliance, product conformity assessment and declaration, and other country and market specific product registration and certification programs
• Work with the Purchasing department and Import/Export Compliance department on reporting initiatives related to supply chain transparency, supply chain mapping, and product conformity
• Collaborate with Purchasing department to ensure that outsourced materials meet requirements for environmental regulations and material safety
• Partner with Engineering and Quality Assurance to ensure that new and existing products satisfy requirements for environmental regulations and material safety
• Engage with third parties to carry out product testing, supplier surveys, and product registration to support various compliance requirements
• Support the collection of declarations and material data from suppliers to support compliance initiatives
• Analyze data collected internally, from suppliers, and generated through product testing to educate internal stakeholders
• Compile collected data and create declarations and reporting for various external regulatory bodies
• Monitor and analyze upcoming regulations and regulatory changes and adjust or implement new internal programs to accommodate those regulations
• Regulations and compliance initiatives for which the role will be responsible include but are not limited to:
• EU Regulation on the registration, evaluation,authorization and restriction of chemicals (REACH)
• EU Restriction of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS)
• EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D)
• California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition65)
• Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) in the US and internationally
• Poly- and Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Restrictions and Bans in the US and internationally
• International Type Approvals for global product acceptance such as UL Standards, CE Mark, UKCA Mark, GS Safety Mark, etc.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of compliance experience, preferably in a global manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of regulatory research, interpretation, and implementation, particularly ESG and environmental compliance programs.
• Experience managing large datasets, technical documentation, and compliance reporting.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional projects and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers, and external organizations.
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles and record‑keeping requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a detail‑oriented, methodical approach.
• A business-minded professional committed to legal and ethical compliance.
• Ability to drive process improvements and positively challenge existing practices.
• Must be authorized to work in the US, now and in the future. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Compensation for this position consists of a fixed salary range of $80k-$100k, plus participation in a quarterly variable wage program that is based on company and employee performance, and that adds significantly to total compensation.

Benefits

• Concept2 has an informal office setting, flexible work schedule, and excellent benefits. including fully paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their families.

The workplace is informal, yet professional, and friendly, with a supportive environment that rewards hard work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Concept2 is dedicated to promoting equal employment opportunities and providing a work environment that allows all employees to excel, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected status. We believe in fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive and reach their full potential.