As a Certification Specialist, you will be responsible for certification EAC (Technical regulation of Customs Union), State registration of goods and ensuring business continuality and compliance with all applicable legislation and certification requirements, safeguarding our business operations across all product categories. Your role will involve monitoring regulatory changes, managing certification processes, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Your Core Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Possess in-depth knowledge of applicable legislation, including technical regulations, certification, hygienic and labelling requirements for commercial and non-commercial goods.
• Monitor legislative changes and take timely action to communicate and implement updates, ensuring uninterrupted import flow, as well as compliance.
• Select and manage certification service partners and independent test laboratories through a tendering process.
• Choose  certification schemes based on product types and business need
• if required, organize certification-inspection visits to manufacturing facilities.
• Arrange testing samples either locally within Kazakhstan or from Supplier, Warehouse.
• Ensure accuracy in applications for Certificates or Declarations of Conformit,  State Registration documents. Keep all records in English and Russian.
• Control certification costs and manage the associated budget by implementing cost-efficient processes.
• Make informed decisions to minimize unnecessary costs, such as avoiding certification for low-quantity orders or opting for local supply when feasible.
• Apply for certification documents via electronic signature on governmental portals where possible.
• Act as a liaison between internal teams (Import/Export, Production and Suppliers, Product Compliance, Merchandising, and EU Warehouse) and external stakeholders (government authorities, customs brokers, certification service providers).
• Address disputes on wording in the certificates, such as HS code interpretation, goods description.
• Represent and protect the company’s interests in communication with stakeholders and governmental agencies.  

What you need to succeed:

• Proven track record in certification of textile, cosmetics, and homeware products.
• Experience in customs brokerage and importing textile goods is a significant advantage.
• Familiarity with test methods, certification schemes, and HS code classification rules.
• Ability to interpret and verify application for certificates, read and use test protocols.
• Fluent in English, Russian, and Kazakh to effectively interact with internal teams and external governmental bodies.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage budgets effectively.
• Proficient in communication and collaboration across diverse teams and stakeholders.

This is a fulltime permanent position, starting as soon as possible according to agreement, offered on a local contract, and based in our Office in Almaty / Kazakhstan .
Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible, but no later than the 12th of January 2025.

Benefits

We offer all our employees at H&M Group attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here. 

In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment type and countries. 

Inclusion & Diversity

H&M is a part of H&M Group. At H&M Group, we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organization. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process.  

We strive to have a fair and equal process and therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application as they often contain information that easily can trigger unintentional biases. 

Company Description

H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way.  Learn more about H&M here.