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Bass Pro Shops · 18 hours ago

Merchandising Compliance Manager

Springfield, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Bass Pro Shops is a leading retailer in the outdoor and recreational industry, and they are seeking a Merchandising Compliance Manager. This role will serve as the primary compliance business partner to the merchandising organization, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and company standards across merchandising operations.

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Responsibilities

Review and draft compliance policies, procedures, and vendor guides to drive compliance with state, federal, and international regulations

Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in environmental compliance, consumer protection, and retail regulations; proactively identify and assess compliance risks and opportunities; advise internal business partners regarding same

Manage Canada regulatory compliance including ECCC (Health Canada) programs, EPR Canada, FPR Plastic registry, and Safe Food for Canadians Act

Develop and manage US EPR compliance programs for multiple states and California environmental law requirements

Develop and implement vendor compliance policies and procedures in collaboration with cross-functional teams including product development, planning, logistics, and quality assurance

Review marketing communications including presentations, website content, promotional materials, and advertising content for regulatory compliance

Serve as primary compliance contact for merchants, promotional operations, retail specialists, marketing, vendor relations, and other merchandising functions

Assist in developing, preparing, and providing training to internal business partners on various compliance topics

Oversee vendor contract compliance terms and manage vendor onboarding requirements for national brands

Represent the company in compliance-related administrative matters and regulatory inquiries

Identify compliance program gaps and spearhead projects to fill each gap as needed

Qualification

Environmental ComplianceRegulatory AffairsVendor CompliancePromotional CompliancePolicy DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsCommunicationStrategic ThinkingInterpersonal SkillsTime Management

Required

J.D. or Master's degree in Environmental Law, Regulatory Affairs, Business Administration, or related field

Experience in retail or consumer products industry

Knowledge of Canadian regulatory requirements (Health Canada, ECCC)

Familiarity with sustainability and other extended producer responsibility initiatives and regulatory requirements

Experience with promotional compliance and pricing regulations

Understanding of retail and promotional operations

Experience developing policies, guidelines, and operational procedures

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent analysis, reasoning, and writing skills, including the ability to quickly integrate and synthesize facts and regulations to make sound compliance decisions in compressed timeframes

Deep understanding of compliance frameworks and ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical business guidance

Ability to balance and prioritize multiple time-sensitive issues involving business partners in various locations

Ability to provide direct and timely advice and counseling to business clients at various levels of the organization

Ability to think strategically and evaluate potential risks to the company, including economic, legal, and reputational

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Excellent interpersonal skills; team player who is flexible and adaptable

Strong understanding of vendor compliance standards, quality assurance processes, and regulatory requirements

Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to effectively identify and prioritize the most critical tasks

Ability to comprehend complex regulations and apply to practical use cases

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Voluntary benefits

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Bass Pro Cares Fund

And more!

Company

Bass Pro Shops

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Your Adventure Starts Here! Find gear for Fishing, Boating, Hunting, Camping, and much more at Bass Pro Shops. It is a sub-organization of Great American Outdoors Group.

Founded in 1972