Project Manager, Global Market Access

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Nemko safeguards products and systems, by supplying efficient third-party compliance and market access solutions. We are passionate about providing a world-class customer experience, we believe in continuous learning and competence development, we care for our customers, colleagues, and the environment, and we demonstrate our integrity in everything we do.

Headquartered in Norway, with a global footprint across Europe, North America, Middle East, Asia, Africa, Nemko tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from everyday household items to leading edge technology - to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

• This role administers international approval projects on behalf of Nemko customers.
• This role reports to Department Manager, International Approval Services (IAS) of Nemko Canada.

• Coordinates with other departments, International Partners/Agencies and foreign certification authorities to deliver one-stop service to customers as required to accomplish project objectives. Provides a point of contact for customers that are requiring international approvals in multiple geographic locations
• Responds to customer inquiries for information on certification and approvals concerning products to be exported to a foreign country
• Plans, directs, and coordinates designated international approval projects, ensures that the goals of each project meet customer needs and are accomplished within the prescribed time frame, funding parameters and regulatory requirements. Activities will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Identify project scope and estimated cost, lead time and applicable foreign regulatory requirements and procedures
• Identify applicable standards used for international approvals
• Identify regulatory codes and laws for international approvals
• Arrange alternative testing services with International Partners and other organizations to complete projects when it makes more sense to be done elsewhere
• Review engineering reports for completeness
• Ensure all applicable forms are completed properly
• Ensure project cost and obligations are met
• Keeps up to date on international approval requirements. Researches and gathers information and updates on foreign technical requirements, government regulations, administrative guidelines and working practices and forms for international approvals
• Compiles and maintains a data base system containing such information. Informs and directs internal staff on national deviations and country specific Safety Standards and requirements associated with the preparation of engineering reports
• Plans, organizes and conducts training sessions with customers, internal staff and International Partners/Agencies to ensure consistency of process and maintenance of technical competence. Develops training materials to encompass regulatory requirements, procedural requirements and conformity requirements for each country of interest
• Arranges for subject matter experts to assist with technical training and/or conduct training sessions as required
• Documents, reviews and updates international approval working processes and procedures so that all users of the information can provide consistent, cost effective and timely services

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering and/or equivalent 5+ years’ experience in compliance industry
• PMP designation is preferred
• Bilingualism (English and another) is preferred

• 5+ years’ experience in product compliance industry and preferably 2+ more years’ experience with CENELEC, IEC or IEC-based standards
• Knowledge of Nemko Group programs and services

• Computer proficiency (Microsoft office suite)
• Strong problem-solving ability; detail oriented
• Ability to work independently
• High level of communication skills (verbal and written)
• Listening and retention skills
• Ability to initiate and develop new customer contacts
• Responsive and pleasant when dealing with external and internal customers, peers and co-workers
• Flexible in schedule and time management
• Strong organization, creativity and project management skills to plan for projects, events and conferences
• Problem resolution skills, to deliver high quality and timely services

We offer competitive salary along with an excellent benefits package including medical, vision, dental, disability, life insurance, pension plan with matching, a generous PTO plan, paid holidays, and sick days, and more.

Start your career now with an established international corporation.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Finance and Sales
• Industries:
  International Trade and Development, Wireless Services, and Public Safety