Sr. Specialist, Sustainability, Market Access & Inclusion

Helen of Troy; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary + Bonus

Healthcare

Dental

Vision

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Helen of Troy is seeking a Sr. Specialist for Sustainability, Market Access & Inclusion to support global regulatory compliance and market access initiatives.

You will bridge Regulatory, Sustainability, Product Development, Packaging, Marketing, Quality, and Supply Chain to translate rules into practical actions. The role emphasizes data analysis, documentation management, and timely updates on requirements across US, EMEA, and other jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Regulatory Affairs or related field.
• 2+ years in Sustainability, Regulatory Affairs, Product Stewardship or related disciplines.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

• Support sustainability, environmental, packaging and product stewardship requirements globally.
• Analyze data and translate regulatory requirements into actionable business steps.
• Maintain documentation and reporting infrastructure for market access.
• Coordinate regulatory reporting, registrations and producer responsibilities.
• Provide timely updates on sustainability and market access requirements.
• Collaborate across Regulatory, Sustainability, Product Development, Packaging, Marketing, Quality, Supply Chain and Sales.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory documentation

Communication skills

Regulatory reporting

Time management

Attention to detail

US regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

SharePoint

Smartsheet

PLM

ERP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Join our Regulatoryteam at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere, every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Sr. Specialist, Sustainability, Market Access & Inclusion

Department: Regulatory

Work Location: Boston, MA or Plano, TX, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.

What you will be doing:

The Sr. Specialist, Sustainability, Market Access & Inclusion is responsible for supporting global sustainability compliance, market access activities, regulatory documentation, product stewardship programs, and environmental reporting requirements. This role serves as a key contributor to ensuring products can be legally marketed and sold while meeting evolving sustainability, packaging, environmental, and regulatory obligations. The position acts as a bridge between Regulatory, Sustainability, Product Development/Innovation, Packaging, Marketing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams by translating regulatory requirements into practical business actions and maintaining the documentation and reporting infrastructure needed to support market access.

This ideal candidate combines strong regulatory project management, documentation management, and sustainability compliance knowledge with a customer-focused and service-oriented mindset.

• Support implementation of sustainability, environmental, packaging, and product stewardship requirements across global markets.
• Analyze and calculate data to support this work
• Ensure documentation required to support market access is accurate, current, organized, and readily available.
• Support completion of regulatory reporting, registrations, and producer responsibility obligations.
• Provide timely and actionable updates regarding sustainability and market access requirements.
• Coordinate activities supporting compliance with packaging, environmental, and product stewardship requirements.
• Maintain relationships with contact manufacturing and raw material vendors as it pertaining to regulatory.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Director – Sustainability, Market Access & Inclusion as needed.

Skills Needed:

• Knowledge of sustainability regulations, EPR programs, packaging compliance, environmental claims, and product stewardship requirements.
• Knowledge of regulatory documentation, product declarations, certifications, registrations, and compliance records management.
• Ability to research regulatory requirements, interpret information, and summarize impacts in clear business terms and in different global jurisdictions eg US, EMEA, Canada etc.
• Excellent ability in quantitative and data analysis.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, reporting obligations, and data collection activities simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively across functions and communicate complex information clearly.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, identify data inconsistencies, and manage large volumes of compliance documentation.
• Ability to improve processes, support internal customers, and contribute to a service-oriented Regulatory & Sustainability organization.
• Willingness to attend occasionally early morning or late evening calls to meet EMEA and APO time zones (time in lieu will be provided for these instances).
• Microsoft Office Suite, notably, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Regulatory Affairs, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, Packaging, Business, Supply Chain, or related field required.
• 2+ years of experience in Sustainability, Regulatory Affairs, Product Stewardship, Compliance, Market Access, Packaging Compliance, or related disciplines.
• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Sustainability or Regulatory.
• Experience supporting consumer products, medical devices, electronics, cosmetics, personal care, food contact products, or other regulated products.
• Experience or familiarity with EPR, packaging regulations, sustainability reporting, product registrations, or regulatory documentation.
• Experience working with data management systems, SharePoint, Smartsheet, PLM, ERP, or similar workflow tools.
• Fluency in other languages such as Chinese, French or Spanish.

In Massachusetts, the standard base pay range for this role is $88,743 - 110,929 annually. This base pay range is specific to Massachusetts and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an EqualOpportunity/AffirmativeAction Employer. We are committed tofostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. To request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [phone].

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a leading global consumer products company with operations acrossNorthAmerica, South America, Europe, and Asia. Our portfolio includes trusted brandssuch as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June – many of which rank among the top brands in their consumer goods categories.

We grow and strengthen our brands through innovation, operational excellence, and a collaborative culture focused on delivering exceptional products and experiences for consumers worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities.

Managementreservesthe right tomodify the duties and responsibilitiesof the position at any time.