Compliance Analyst, Product

As a Compliance Analyst at SanMar, your primary responsibilities will include developing and enforcing the product safety program, reviewing products for regulatory compliance, and specifying product safety testing requirements. You’ll work closely with product development teams, monitor changes in regulations, and support the onboarding of new suppliers to ensure all safety standards are met.

To apply for the Compliance Analyst position at SanMar, you should possess a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience along with 1-3 years in consumer product regulatory compliance or related fields. Familiarity with CPSC, ANSI, REACH, and other regulations is essential, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

The Compliance Analyst plays a crucial role at SanMar by ensuring that products comply with all relevant safety regulations and standards throughout the development process. By providing guidance and recommendations, you help maintain the integrity and safety of the products we offer, which is vital for brand reputation and consumer trust.

At SanMar, Compliance Analysts work in a moderately quiet office environment in Issaquah, WA. The standard working hours are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm PST, and while the role may require occasional travel, it predominantly involves collaborative team settings and focused work on compliance tasks.

SanMar is committed to the professional growth of its employees. As a Compliance Analyst, you’ll have access to various educational opportunities and resources to enhance your skills. Additionally, the collaborative nature of the team allows for networking and mentorship opportunities that can lead to career advancement within the company.

When answering this question, it's essential to detail your past roles regarding compliance. Highlight specific regulations you've worked with, the teams you've collaborated with, and any successful projects driven by your input.

Discuss a structured approach where you outline steps you take to assess compliance, such as early involvement in product discussions, creating checklists, or collaborating with product development teams to address concerns proactively.

Mention specific resources such as industry publications, workshops, and seminars that keep you informed about compliance matters. Emphasizing a proactive learning attitude can also resonate well with interviewers.

Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to detail a specific experience. Focus on how you diagnosed the problem, consulted with others, and implemented a solution that led to positive outcomes.

Share your organizational techniques, such as prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance, utilizing task management tools, and effectively communicating with stakeholders to manage expectations.

Discuss your ability to draft clear policies by providing examples of past work, emphasizing collaboration with teams and how you ensure the policies are practical and easily understood.

Explain your attention to detail and methodologies like regular audits and peer reviews, along with utilizing software tools that assist in maintaining accurate documentation practices.

Focus on your communication skills and adaptability. Talk about simplifying complex regulations into layman's terms and using visual aids or presentations to effectively convey essential information to diverse teams.

Express your understanding of the complexities involved in global supply chains and how a Compliance Analyst ensures that products meet differing regional regulations, thereby facilitating smoother international operations.

This is your chance to express enthusiasm for SanMar's values, mission, and the specific responsibilities outlined in the job description. Align your interests with the company’s goals to demonstrate a genuine fit.