What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compliance and Quality Assurance Manager - Apparel position at Fourth Floor?
Our client, an apparel company, is looking for a Head of Safety and Compliance to join their team in NYC!
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage all product safety and compliance initiatives across kids’ apparel and related categories.
- Oversee product safety testing programs, ensuring compliance with all applicable federal, state, licensor, and retailer requirements (including CPSIA and related standards).
- Manage and develop internal product safety testing teams, providing guidance, training, and performance oversight.
- Own factory compliance programs, including audits, corrective action plans, and ongoing monitoring of manufacturing partners.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for licensors and retail partners on all safety and compliance matters.
- Ensure adherence to licensor-specific safety protocols and retailer compliance manuals.
- Partner cross-functionally with Design, Product Development, Production, Sourcing, and Quality teams to ensure safety and compliance are integrated from concept through production.
- Track, document, and maintain all testing reports, certifications, and compliance records.
- Stay current on evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices, proactively implementing updates as needed.
- Identify risks and drive continuous improvement in safety, testing, and compliance processes.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in product safety and compliance within kids’ apparel.
- Proven experience managing product safety testing programs and factory compliance initiatives.
- Strong working knowledge of CPSIA, ASTM standards, and other applicable children’s product regulations.
- Experience working directly with licensors and major retailers, managing compliance requirements and expectations.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing and mentoring teams.
- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and documentation.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across departments and communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Salary : $85,000 - $100,000