Product Development & Compliance Coordinator

Department: Marketing / Product Development Reports to: Marketing Manager (Sara Gareau) Type: Full-time Why Join DESIGNME At DESIGNME, we are committed to quality, safety, and sustainability in every product we create. Our entire line is 100% cruelty-free, vegan, and free of harmful sulfates, parabens, or gluten. As a proudly Canadian brand based in Montreal, we foster a fun, inclusive, and collaborative workplace where your ideas and initiative can make a real impact. Who Are We We are a passionate haircare brand with international distribution and a loyal following of over 223k fans across social platforms. We're growing fast and evolving even faster — and we're looking for a Product Development & Compliance Coordinator who will help keep our products best-in-class and regulation-ready across all markets. In this role, you'll own the documentation, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives for our existing product portfolio. You'll work closely with our regulatory partners, operations teams and our marketing and design teams to ensure every product meets the highest standards. Position OverviewGlobal Regulatory Coordination

• Maintain and update INCI lists, PIFs, and regulatory documentation across SKUs.
• Ensure all product claims, labels, and ingredient lists meet requirements in markets including Canada, the U.S., and Europe.
• Support international distributor requests for product registration or documentation.

Product Optimization & Lifecycle Updates

• Identify and lead improvement projects for formulas (e.g., performance upgrades, fragrance replacements, allergens removal).
• Coordinate packaging enhancements to improve sustainability, usability, or shelf appeal.
• Manage change logs and align stakeholders on timelines for implementation.

Label & Claims Compliance

• Review and update packaging and marketing copy to ensure alignment with regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor evolving cosmetic regulations (e.g., EU allergen disclosures, environmental labeling) and advise on necessary updates.

Project Coordination & Documentation

• Maintain and organize compliance documents in collaboration with external regulatory consultants or labs.
• Collaborate with supply chain, QA, and design on execution of product updates.
• Support cross-functional teams with accurate product specs and up-to-date records.

Who You Are

• Detail-obsessed and methodical — nothing slips through the cracks.
• Enjoys working behind the scenes to ensure excellence and compliance.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong documentation and communication skills.
• Passionate about the beauty industry and the science behind great products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 1 year of experience in cosmetic regulatory, quality assurance, or product development.
• Preferred knowledge of INCI, MSDS, and cosmetic regulations (Canada, US, EU).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office