Product Compliance Specialist

Purpose of the role:
Engage stakeholders to execute IKEA's quality agenda, fostering product requirement competencies and supporting new requirements for implementation.

Assignment

• Coach & support business teams in evaluating potential new suppliers, material, and products, to mitigate risks connected to product safety and chemical requirements with right from the beginning approach
• Lead & facilitate trainings and workshops for business teams and business partners (e.g. Connect Responsible/Chemical Navigators) to develop competence about IKEA product requirements (IKEA specifications, testing, IT-tools)
• Support business teams and business partners in production process chemical assessment of the safety of chemical substances and processes to ensure safe operation
• Perform Spot-checks in the framework of the Purchasing Manual working method on “Gate Check Before First Delivery” to verify fulfilment of IKEA requirements
• Lead IKEA product compliance verification process on the running range including follow-up of the supplier’s performance together with the business team and settle focus areas for low performing suppliers
• Enable IKEA Chemical Direction implementation within Supply Area, including supporting IWAY in selected globally agreed chemical-related production 
• Perform mapping of critical chemical substances/materials and processes including risk assessment. Conduct XRF screening tests on high-risk materials focusing on low performing suppliers
• Support Global Product Requirement Review work as e.g. 4-eye reviewer role
• Contribute to development of new & updated IOS specifications and other product requirements. Contribute to development of working methods and tools for IKEA product requirements’ fulfilment on global level
• Provide support for GO/NOGO auditor in Connect related parts during production unit assessment
• Perform troubleshooting being a Supply Area risk member in case of safety alarm

• Proven product compliance experience in home furnishing related areas, including but not limited to the area of textiles, electronics, metals, plastics and etc.
• Strong business sense and solid business background, with working experience in both sourcing offices and brand companies.
• Preferably with technical background and considerable experience working with quality and product compliance
• Has expertise in consumer product health and safety legislation, with a solid understanding of global markets
• Proven experience in leading projects with strong leadership and stakeholders' management skills
• Excellent communication skills, can engage co-workers, business teams and suppliers in an inspiring and straightforward way
• Quick learner, able to adapt to new topics and industry trends easily
• Good knowledge of English language, both written and spoken
• Preferably with expertise in AI tools