Product Compliance Manager (Apparel/Softline)

TL;DR

Product Compliance Manager (Apparel/Softline): Build and manage comprehensive product compliance program for Apparel, Footwear, Bags & Accessories ensuring all products meet labeling, packaging, safety, and regulatory requirements across US, Canada, UK, EU with an accent on global standards and supplier adherence. Focus on developing frameworks, conducting risk assessments, monitoring regulatory changes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Location: Hong Kong

Company

Tech-driven DTC ecommerce company disrupting retail with AI, analytics, automation, and sustainable high-quality essentials at low prices.

What you will do

• Develop and implement scalable global product compliance program including frameworks, policies, SOPs for labeling, packaging, and regulations.
• Ensure products meet US, Canada, UK, EU requirements; monitor developments, conduct audits and risk assessments.
• Establish labeling standards (fiber content, care instructions, sustainability claims) and packaging compliance (EPR, recycling).
• Partner with sourcing, suppliers, product development for compliance in manufacturing and pre-launch reviews; manage third-party testing.
• Provide internal training, tools, and serve as SME for compliance questions; maintain documentation and tracking systems.

Requirements

• 6–10+ years in product compliance, regulatory affairs, or quality compliance.
• Deep experience in apparel, footwear, bags & accessories; knowledge of US, Canada, UK, EU regulations (REACH, Prop 65, flammability, textile labeling).
• Expertise in product labeling, packaging compliance, product safety, supplier programs, third-party testing/certifications.
• Experience building compliance programs in high-growth retail/ecommerce; strong cross-functional collaboration.
• Familiarity with compliance management systems or PLM tools.

Culture & Benefits

• High-performing team focused on innovation, excellence, customer-first values, quality, sustainability.
• Mission-driven environment redefining retail with impact, growth, purpose.
• Work with world-class manufacturers globally; strong investor backing for sustainable scaling.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to accommodations and non-discrimination.