Product Safety Manager

Who We Are:

Since 1906, New Balance has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. We innovate fearlessly, guided by our core values and driven by the belief that conventions were meant to be challenged. We foster a culture in which every associate feels welcomed and respected, where leaders and creatives are inspired to shape the world of tomorrow by taking bold action today.

JOB MISSION:

As Product Safety Manager, you will execute and manage product safety policies designed to eliminate the risk associated with New Balance products and meet the global product safety requirements. Your key priorities include tracking global product safety regulation, devise and implement compliance action plan within the supply chain. You will be responsible for building streamline processes and solutions in collaboration with cross functional teams and maintain high standards of product safety.

MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Leading product safety strategy and policy execution across all business units and relevant stakeholders to ensure compliance with global product safety laws and regulations (U.S., EU, Japan, Korea etc) for New Balance product portfolio; includes footwear, apparel, accessories, equipment and licensed product
• Device and maintain product safety manual outlining global product safety & regulatory testing protocols in partnership with third party testing laboratories and implement them within supply chain.
• Perform product safety reviews in collaboration with third party testing laboratories and provide safety call outs to New Balance cross functional teams.
• Conduct New Balance teams and supplier training on product safety regulation developments and resolved any product safety testing issues or challenges.
• Overseeing compliance with U.S. FDA's medical device regulations, including reviewing and officially signing off on all documentations submitted to the agency
• Manage third-party testing laboratory invoices, ensuring accurate and timely payments.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SUCCESS:

• Bachelor's Degree in scientific discipline (Chemistry, Environmental Science or related disciplines)
• 5+ years' experience managing product safety and compliance in brand or retail, or manufacturing environment
• Direct experience engaging with regulatory authorities, associations, or standards bodies
• Strong regulatory, chemistry and chemical testing background in the apparel and footwear industry
• Demonstrated experience in strategy development, project management and program implementation
• An unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity
• Willing to travel as an when required (Domestic and International)
  

Regular Associate Benefits

Our products are only as good as the people we hire, so we make sure to hire the best and treat them accordingly. New Balance offers a comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K. We also proudly offer a slate of more nontraditional perks - opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs - that encourage our associates to grow personally as they develop professionally. You'll also enjoy a yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave, because work-life balance is more than just a buzzword - it's part of our culture.

Temporary associates are provided three options for medical insurance as well as dental and vision insurance and an associate discount.

Part time associates are provided 401k, short term disability, a yearly $300 lifestyle reimbursement and an associate discount.

Flexible Work Schedule

For decades we have fostered a unique culture founded on our values with a particular focus on in-person teamwork and collaboration. Our North American hybrid model encourages rich in-person experiences, showcasing our commitment to teamwork and connection, while maintaining flexibility for associates. New Balance Associates currently work in office three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). Our offices are fully open, and amenities are available across our North American office locations. To continue our focus on hybrid work we have introduced "Work from Anywhere" (WFA) for four weeks per calendar year. This model will help us enhance our culture while continuing to maintain elements of flexibility.

Equal Opportunity Employer

New Balance provides equal opportunities for all current and prospective associates and takes affirmative action to ensure that employment, training, compensation, transfer, promotion and other terms, conditions and privileges of employment are provided without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, handicap, genetic information and/or status as an Armed Forces service medal veteran, recently separated veteran, qualified disabled veteran or other protected veteran.