Associate Specialist, APAC Product Regulatory Affairs

Job Description 

Oversees product compliance management activities across Southeast Asia (SEA), including regions such as Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Cambodia, and India. Collaborates with regulatory service providers to ensure adherence to standards in product testing, labeling, and registration. Implements comprehensive safety and compliance strategies that align with A&F’s corporate objectives for expanding into new markets.

What Will You Be Doing?

•Conduct detailed research and analysis of SEA product compliance regulations to support initiatives for market entry.

•Collaborate with third-party partners to ensure timely preparation and submission of data for registrations and certifications in SEA.

•Monitor and maintain comprehensive tracking systems for emerging regulatory requirements across SEA markets.

•Educate cross-functional teams (e.g., Sourcing Operations, Planning, Development, Legal) on the business implications of legislative updates.

•Notify the Regulatory Manager of market surveillance inquiries from government authorities, provide critical insights, and recommend actionable solutions.

•Represent the regulatory department in strategic business development meetings during seasonal planning cycles.

•Develop and implement internal processes and protocols to sustain operational efficiency post-market entry.

What Do You Need To Bring? 

•Bachelor degree for textile, apparel engineering and other related majors are preferred.

•Five years of related experience preferred.

•Strong cross-functional communication skills in both excellent spoken and written English preferred.

•Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

•Strong sense of responsibility, detail oriented, self-motivated, proactive, working independently

•Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Our Company 

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) is a global retailer of five iconic, omnichannel lifestyle brands catering to the kid through millennial customer: Abercrombie & Fitch, abercrombie kids, Hollister, Gilly Hicks and Social Tourist. At A&F Co., we’re here for our associates, customers and communities on the journey to being and becoming who they are – and because no journey is the same, we strive to create an inclusive culture, where everyone is free to share ideas.  

Our Values 

We lead with purpose and always put our people first, which is evidenced by our Great Place to Work™ Certification, as well as being a 2021 recipient of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail, and named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign for 16 consecutive years. We’re proud to offer equitable compensation and benefits, including flexibility and competitive Paid Time Off, as well as education and engagement events, including various Associate Resource Groups, volunteer opportunities and additional time off to give back to our global communities.  

What You'll Get

As an Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. A&F is committed to providing simple, competitive, and comprehensive benefits that align with our Company’s culture and values, but most importantly – with you! We also provide competitive incentives to reward the commitment our associates have for moving our global business forward:  

• Incentive bonus program
• Annual companywide review process
• Flexible spending accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Associate assistance program
• Paid parental and adoption leave
• Access to fertility and adoption benefits through Carrot
• Access to mental health and wellness app, Headspace
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Mobile Stipend
• Paid time off & one paid volunteer day per year, allowing you to give back to your community
• Work from anywhere (Mondays and Fridays are “work from anywhere” days for most roles & six work from anywhere weeks per year)
• Seven associate wellness half days per year
• Merchandise discount on all of our brands
• Opportunities for career advancement, we believe in promoting from within
• Access to multiple Associate Resource Groups
• Global team of people who will celebrate you for being YOU!

ABERCROMBIE & FITCH CO. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER