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Knix is an awardwinning intimate apparel and activewear brand that is reinventing intimates for real life. Through our innovative products and our engaged community, we are empowering people everywhere to be unapologetically free. Launched in 2013, we are one of the fastestgrowing intimate apparel brands in North America and are globally recognized as an innovator within the apparel space. We reach over 3 million customers through our online stores, Knix retail locations across North America and channels such as wholesale and Amazon. We are revolutionizing the apparel industry with our bestinclass customer experience, innovative products and brands Knix, Kt by Knix, and Mntd. Come join us if you are looking for a purposedriven and authentic career! As the Sr. Manager, Product Compliance you are the inhouse owner of product compliance and vendor compliance across the Knix portfolio. Your mission is to ensure that every product we bring to market meets regulatory, chemical, and thirdparty certification standards while maintaining strong, accountable relationships with our manufacturing partners. You will work handinhand with the Product, Operations, and Legal teams to protect the integrity of our leakproof technology and drive forward key certifications and industry memberships. About You Product Compliance Expert : You have deep knowledge of ingredients disclosure requirements and chemical compliance for consumer apparel, and you bring a handson approach to reviewing tech packs, material specifications, and supplier documentation. Vendor Partner : You are a natural relationship builder who can manage manufacturing partners with professionalism and accountability, from negotiating agreements to driving compliance with annual obligations. Industry Connector : You are passionate about representing Knix in industry bodies like AAFA and AFIRM, staying ahead of evolving standards and bringing that knowledge back to the team. DetailOriented Operator : You thrive in daytoday execution, whether its maintaining a Quality Agreement, training vendors on compliance expectations, or guiding the Operations team on trade compliance matters. The Opportunity Ingredients Transparency : You will collaborate closely with the Knix Product team to review tech packs and product specifications, ensuring all ingredients are safe chemistries and are accurately disclosed in accordance with applicable regulations. Chemical Compliance : You will own chemical compliance across the Knix product line, leveraging deep familiarity with the chemicals used in our leakproof technology to guide supplier selection and material specifications alongside the Product team. Vendor Relations : You will manage the daytoday vendor compliance program, including supporting Legal on manufacturing agreements, maintaining the Quality Agreement, training vendors on Knix standards, and obtaining annual compliance attestations. Supplier Nomination : You will lead the selection and nomination of bestinclass chemical suppliers for dyes, topical applications, and performance functions in collaboration with the product team. Trade Compliance Advisory : You will serve as the inhouse apparelspecific trade compliance resource. Regulatory Affairs : You will collaborate with Essity (parent company) Regulatory Affairs as required including managing vendor FDA registration and compliance as well as other regulatory tasks. ThirdParty Certifications : You will drive the successful finishedproduct thirdparty certification of the Knix leakproof portfolio, coordinating testing, documentation, and remediation efforts. AAFA / AFIRM Representation : You will represent Knix within the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and the Apparel and Footwear International RSL Management (AFIRM) group, ensuring Knix has a voice in industrywide compliance and restricted substances initiatives. Qualifications Experience : 8+ years of experience in product compliance, vendor quality, or regulatory affairs within the apparel, textiles, or consumer goods industry. Technical Skills : Strong working knowledge of chemical compliance frameworks, OekoTex certification processes, and trade/customs compliance for apparel imports. Soft Skills : Exceptional crossfunctional communication and the ability to partner effectively with Product, Operations, and Legal teams as well as external manufacturing partners. Problem Solving : A proactive, detailoriented approach to identifying compliance gaps and driving them to resolution across a global supply chain. Industry Knowledge : Familiarity with AAFA, AFIRM, or similar industry bodies and their role in shaping compliance standards for apparel and footwear. $110,000 - $135,000 a year Compensation & Care Transparency is at the heart of everything we do, including how we pay. The posted expected hourly rate for this role represents candidates developing new skills within the position. Increased rates represent those who are more proficient or have achieved mastery and deep institutional knowledge over time. Rewards are not just about your regular pay and monthly bonuses. We believe rewards should support your whole life, not just your shift. Thats why for permanent fulltime employees , we cover 100% of the premiums for extended health and dental plans from your first day. Youll also gain access to mental health support through our Employee Assistance Programs through our partners at Dialogue who provide virtual coaching, therapy, and counseling. When your family grows, were there for you. Our Paid Parental Leave plan tops up salary to 80% for eligible permanent, fulltime employees. We also invest in your future with a RRSP matching program for permanent fulltime team members. Plus, youll enjoy a 50% discount on Knix products because we want you to love what you sell. Knix is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate everyone and their intersecting identities and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please dont hesitate to reach out. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr