Sr Mgr, Product Compliance - NA at Fortune Brands Innovations in North Olmsted, Ohio, United States | USD120,000-192,500 | Kablio

Role

Description

certification approval

process improvement

project governance

standards expertise

budget management

strategy development

The Senior Manager of North American Product Compliance leads the development and execution of strategies that ensure all products meet required certifications and regional legal requirements. The role collaborates across FBIN to align product compliance with Strategic Business Units, leverages supply‑chain scale, and maximizes global product development investments. It also oversees budgeting, governance of engineering projects, and the establishment of a Center of Excellence for compliance.

Define and align objectives, goals, and strategies to create a North American Product Compliance Center of Excellence.
Build a high‑performance culture with appropriate structure, processes, people, and rewards.
Partner with Strategic Business Units and Operations to identify and execute product compliance strategies and capability needs.
Secure certification approvals from government authorities and test labs before product launches or geographic expansions.
Lead process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and accelerate speed‑to‑market leveraging global scale.
Provide governance to engineering project teams within the FBIN Product Growth Engine stage‑gate process.
Manage and monitor the North American product compliance budget.
Develop expertise in product standards, codes, and regional legal requirements for mechanical and electromechanical products.

Requirements

engineering degree

mba

10 years

product compliance

change management

risk assessment

Hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering (MBA preferred) and at least 10 years of progressive experience in consumer durable product design and development.
Possess minimum 8 years of product compliance or product development engineering experience and a proven ability to influence senior leaders.
Demonstrate strong change‑management, risk‑assessment, and conflict‑resolution skills in matrixed organizations.

Benefits

Fortune Brands offers competitive compensation, a base salary range of $120,000‑$192,500 USD, performance‑based bonuses or sales incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health plans, a market‑leading 401(k) with company match, product discounts, flexible time off, adoption benefits and employee resource groups. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

A leader in innovation, transforming everyday spaces with smart, functional products.
Focused on creating sustainable solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and play.
With decades of experience, the company has pioneered advancements in home hardware, kitchen, and bath industries.
Their product lines include iconic brands that redefine comfort, performance, and design.
From high-end kitchen systems to innovative home security technologies, Fortune Brands is at the forefront of next-gen solutions.
Known for its strong financial growth, the company continues to expand its reach globally with cutting-edge designs.
They have a history of pushing boundaries with both traditional and digital product offerings.

Culture + Values

Purpose: "We Elevate Every Life by Transforming Spaces into Havens."
Blueprint Behaviors: "Think Big, Learn Fast; Work It Together; Make the Hard Call."
Strategic Drivers: "Brands that Create Impact; Partner that Sets the Pace; Ecosystems that Change the Game; Fuel that Powers our Purpose."
High standards: core values include integrity and accountability (from Code of Business Conduct and Ethics).
Operating model focus areas: category management, global supply chain excellence, business simplification, digital transformation.

Environment + Sustainability

30% by 2030

Carbon Emissions Reduction

Aims to reduce Scope 1 & 2 carbon emissions by 30% from 2022 baseline by 2030.

50% by 2030

Renewable Energy Offset

Target to offset 50% of electricity usage with renewable sources by 2030.

1.4m kWh

On-Site Solar Generation

Generated 1.4 million kWh of solar energy in 2023 across three sites, with one more site expected by 2025.

1 Trillion Gallons

Water Conservation Goal

Aimed to save 1 trillion gallons of water by 2030; achieved ~257 billion gallons by 2023.

2,000 Tons

Ocean Plastic Repurposed

Target to repurpose 2,000 tons of ocean plastic by 2030; achieved ~750 tons by 2023.

Signed virtual power purchase agreement for 60 MW solar in CA, starting early 2028, covering ~68% of 2023 electricity usage.
Fiberon PE composite decking contains ≥94% recycled mixed wood fiber and plastic; recycles ~100 million lbs of plastic annually.
Therma‑Tru doors are ENERGY STAR qualified and designed for energy conservation.
Global TRIR safety record: <1.0 in 2023 (ex‑acquisitions).

Inclusion & Diversity

60% associates

Hourly Production Roles

60% of associates work in hourly production roles, reflecting equitable employment opportunities.

TRIR <1.0

Global Safety Metric

The company maintains a global Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) below 1.0, demonstrating a commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment.

2021 DEI Strategy

Comprehensive Equity Initiative

A comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy was launched in 2021, informed by global employee engagement surveys and actionable outcomes.

First ESG-linked Goals

2021 Implementation

The company introduced its first environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-linked DEI goals in 2021, emphasizing transparency and accountability in diversity and inclusion efforts.

Associate Resource Groups (ERGs) support inclusivity and authentic self-expression.
Women representation: Board composition above benchmark for manufacturing companies (as of May 7, 2024).

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Careers

Press Releases

Investor FAQs

Role

Description

certification approval

process improvement

project governance

standards expertise

budget management

strategy development

Define and align objectives, goals, and strategies to create a North American Product Compliance Center of Excellence.
Build a high‑performance culture with appropriate structure, processes, people, and rewards.
Partner with Strategic Business Units and Operations to identify and execute product compliance strategies and capability needs.
Secure certification approvals from government authorities and test labs before product launches or geographic expansions.
Lead process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and accelerate speed‑to‑market leveraging global scale.
Provide governance to engineering project teams within the FBIN Product Growth Engine stage‑gate process.
Manage and monitor the North American product compliance budget.
Develop expertise in product standards, codes, and regional legal requirements for mechanical and electromechanical products.

Requirements

engineering degree

mba

10 years

product compliance

change management

risk assessment

Hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering (MBA preferred) and at least 10 years of progressive experience in consumer durable product design and development.
Possess minimum 8 years of product compliance or product development engineering experience and a proven ability to influence senior leaders.
Demonstrate strong change‑management, risk‑assessment, and conflict‑resolution skills in matrixed organizations.

Benefits

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

A leader in innovation, transforming everyday spaces with smart, functional products.
Focused on creating sustainable solutions that enhance the way people live, work, and play.
With decades of experience, the company has pioneered advancements in home hardware, kitchen, and bath industries.
Their product lines include iconic brands that redefine comfort, performance, and design.
From high-end kitchen systems to innovative home security technologies, Fortune Brands is at the forefront of next-gen solutions.
Known for its strong financial growth, the company continues to expand its reach globally with cutting-edge designs.
They have a history of pushing boundaries with both traditional and digital product offerings.

Culture + Values

Purpose: "We Elevate Every Life by Transforming Spaces into Havens."
Blueprint Behaviors: "Think Big, Learn Fast; Work It Together; Make the Hard Call."
Strategic Drivers: "Brands that Create Impact; Partner that Sets the Pace; Ecosystems that Change the Game; Fuel that Powers our Purpose."
High standards: core values include integrity and accountability (from Code of Business Conduct and Ethics).
Operating model focus areas: category management, global supply chain excellence, business simplification, digital transformation.

Environment + Sustainability

30% by 2030

Carbon Emissions Reduction

Aims to reduce Scope 1 & 2 carbon emissions by 30% from 2022 baseline by 2030.

50% by 2030

Renewable Energy Offset

Target to offset 50% of electricity usage with renewable sources by 2030.

1.4m kWh

On-Site Solar Generation

Generated 1.4 million kWh of solar energy in 2023 across three sites, with one more site expected by 2025.

1 Trillion Gallons

Water Conservation Goal

Aimed to save 1 trillion gallons of water by 2030; achieved ~257 billion gallons by 2023.

2,000 Tons

Ocean Plastic Repurposed

Target to repurpose 2,000 tons of ocean plastic by 2030; achieved ~750 tons by 2023.

Signed virtual power purchase agreement for 60 MW solar in CA, starting early 2028, covering ~68% of 2023 electricity usage.
Fiberon PE composite decking contains ≥94% recycled mixed wood fiber and plastic; recycles ~100 million lbs of plastic annually.
Therma‑Tru doors are ENERGY STAR qualified and designed for energy conservation.
Global TRIR safety record: <1.0 in 2023 (ex‑acquisitions).

Inclusion & Diversity

60% associates

Hourly Production Roles

60% of associates work in hourly production roles, reflecting equitable employment opportunities.

TRIR <1.0

Global Safety Metric

The company maintains a global Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) below 1.0, demonstrating a commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment.

2021 DEI Strategy

Comprehensive Equity Initiative

A comprehensive diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategy was launched in 2021, informed by global employee engagement surveys and actionable outcomes.

First ESG-linked Goals

2021 Implementation

The company introduced its first environmental, social, and governance (ESG)-linked DEI goals in 2021, emphasizing transparency and accountability in diversity and inclusion efforts.

Associate Resource Groups (ERGs) support inclusivity and authentic self-expression.
Women representation: Board composition above benchmark for manufacturing companies (as of May 7, 2024).

Articles

Careers

Press Releases

Investor FAQs