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Job Description:

Education:

+ Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of study or equivalent years of related work experience required

Work Experiences:

+ 3+ years’ experience with audits or equivalent social compliance/ethical sourcing/human rights legislation, supplier Security Audits or other relevant work experience required

+ Manufacturing and/or retail compliance experience in consumer goods preferred

+ Working knowledge of U.S. Customs and Border Protection operations and all facets of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) program preferred

Skills:

+ Deep understanding of audit reports and key areas of risk related to the industry, countries, wages, forced labor, child labor, working hours, health, and safety, etc.

+ Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to interface effectively with individuals at various levels Ability to prioritize workload, pay attention to detail, and meet multiple deadlines simultaneously in a fast paced, frequently changing environment

+ Strong ability to assimilate data and information and make sound, fact-based decisions

+ Ability to assume complete ownership of programs and projects and be able to do the research and analysis necessary for successful completion

+ Ability to apply analytical skills to current processes and make recommendations for efficiency improvements and problem resolutions

+ Ability to work well independently with minimal direction, as well as effectively contribute in a team environment

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Responsibilities:

+ Builds strong relationships to influence decisions both internally and externally advise agents and vendors on program requirements and expectations.

+ Works closely with Global Sourcing to assess new vendors and their proposed production entities by running initial screenings of import parties.

+ Evaluates social and security audit reports and Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), submitted and make risk-based recommendations for improvement to vendors

+ Partners with suppliers to help remediate violations and develop solutions for key areas of risk

+ Monthly monitoring and scheduling of 3rd party auditing, and ensure timely follow up

+ Apply all laws and regulations of U. S. Customs and Border Protection, and other government agencies that impact Supply Chain Transparency

+ Organizes and maintains the long-term tracking of factory performance over time, analyzing the need for further action from vendors

+ Leads the investigation and resolution process of any potential ethical violations or deviations from the Vendor Code of Conduct

+ Proactively investigates industry news and trade publications to keep current on global issues that could impact the business, including economic, political, supply chain, and forced labor / human trafficking risks; and alerts the business when further action is needed

+ Conducts industry benchmarking with international social and security compliance standards, Industry associations, monitors industry trends and legislation impacting human rights in the supply chain

+ Validates compliance to required business practices in accordance with CTPAT; drives process improvements to meet and exceed the Minimum-Security Criteria

+ Plan, coordinate, and jointly lead quarterly meetings of the Security Council

+ Develop and conduct training that educates both internal and external business partners on relevant social compliance program requirements and initiatives

+ Duties may change; team members may be required to perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements & Attendance:

+ Regular attendance required

+ Acceptable level of hearing and vision to perform job duties

+ Adhere to company work hours, policies, procedures and rules governing professional staff behavior

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate with regard to employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. ​