Chemical & Product Compliance Business Partner

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Canada Goose isnt like anything else. Weve built something great something special - an iconic lifestyle brand with an inspirational and authentic story. At the heart of it is our promise to inspire and enable all people to thrive in the world outside. To Live in the Open. At Canada Goose youre part of a movement that belongs to something bigger. One that seeks out the restorative power of nature and is driven by a purpose to keep the planet cold and the people on it warm. We endure any condition observe every detail and are building a community that believes in living bravely and coming together to support game-changing people.

Here opportunities are everywhere - to try something new to learn to do meaningful and impactful work and theyre yours for the taking.

Position Overview:

The Chemical & Product Compliance Business Partner is responsible for ensuring Canada Goose products meet quality product safety chemical compliance regulatory compliance performance and labeling requirements throughout the product development lifecycle. This role serves as the subject matter expert for product integrity and compliance leading risk assessment testing regulatory implementation chemical management supplier compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Working cross-functionally with internal teams suppliers certification bodies and laboratories the role drives compliance excellence protects the brand from regulatory and product risks and supports the delivery of safe compliant and high-quality products across all markets.

What Youll Do:

• Monitor global chemical regulatory and product safety requirements (e.g. REACH POPs PFAS Proposition 65 AFIRM GB Standards CPSC and other market-specific regulations) and assess their impact on products materials suppliers and business processes.
• Own and maintain the Canada Goose RSL testing protocols and compliance standards ensuring the effective implementation of chemical and regulatory compliance programs across all product categories.
• Conduct product material chemical and regulatory risk assessments to identify potential performance safety labeling and compliance risks and provide mitigation strategies.
• Lead the development and execution of testing programs including raw materials prototypes mock-ups due diligence testing TOP testing and compliance verification activities.
• Investigate testing failures regulatory non-compliances customer complaints warranty claims and market surveillance findings driving corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Material Development Product Development Quality Assurance Sustainability Sourcing and external stakeholders to integrate compliance requirements throughout the product lifecycle.
• Manage compliance documentation and certification programs including test reports declarations of conformity OEKO-TEX bluesign GRS and other chemical regulatory and sustainability-related certifications.
• Lead compliance audits and assessment programs including bluesign OEKO-TEX ZDHC customer audits and regulatory inspections ensuring audit readiness corrective action implementation and continuous improvement of compliance processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with laboratories certification bodies suppliers industry associations and regulatory stakeholders while supporting supplier onboarding training and compliance initiatives.
• Prepare and communicate compliance testing PFAS KPI and risk assessment reports manage compliance-related projects and budgets and escalate critical quality safety or regulatory risks to senior management.
• Contribute to process improvement efforts by simplifying current processes while maintaining full compliance and identifying efficiencies through risk assessment and process optimization.
• Compare offers and identify costsaving opportunities (e.g. across different labs).
• Ensure all KPI dimensions are embedded in the role: Quality Price/Margin and Speed.

Lets Talk About You:

• 7 years of experience in the Apparel Industry chemical compliance and or regulatory compliance.
• Degree in Chemistry Chemical Engineering or Textile Engineering.
• Prior working experience in Textile and Lab Testing Knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience managing chemical compliance programs including RSL PRSL PFAS REACH POPs Proposition 65 AFIRM and other global regulatory requirements.
• Experience in EU China and Global Testing and Industry standards.
• Experience working with third-party laboratories certification bodies and industry standards.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and driving process improvement initiatives across multiple stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence key stakeholders
• Understanding the manufacturing process within the apparel industry.
• Ability to prioritize operate proactively work as a team and handle challenges
• Confident articulate goal oriented self-motived and hard working
• Strong data analysis skills
• Ability to present technical information to a variety of audiences in a way that is easily understood
• Capable of multi-tasking while working in a team environment to perform tasks cross functionally

Whats in it For You

• A company built on Canadian roots and heritage

• Your work is recognized with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards Program

• Opportunities for career growth through numerous internal and external programs

• Recognize and be recognized by your peers with our Goose Rewards & ICON Rewards

• Be a part ofCG Gives. Donation matching and paid volunteer time to help the organizations you care about

• Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health embracing change and connecting with colleagues

• Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow

Salary Range:

About the salary range: Were committed to being open and fair about pay. The range provided is intended as a guideline and does not represent a guaranteed offer. When we make an offer we consider the responsibilities of the position market data and internal equity to ensure consistency across our team. Your actual offer will depend on your experience skills and alignment with the role.

Vacancy status: This posting represents an active vacancy for which we are currently hiring.

At Canada Goose we believe that belonging goes beyond mere inclusion. Its about being part of a community that values supports and empowers you. We thrive when we can be our authentic selves. Our community is built on empathy and the understanding that every individuals experience is unique and every voice is important. We also recognize that communities are ever evolving and that our work is never done. At Canada Goose belonging is more than just an idealits the key to unlocking our collective potential taking us further together.

Canada Goose is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

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