Senior Social Responsibility Manager

Are you passionate about advancing social responsibility within global supply chains and ensuring ethical labor practices?

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Acre is partnering with Carhartt WIP to identify a Senior Social Responsibility Manager to oversee and drive responsible sourcing and social auditing within its European and global supply network. In this pivotal role, you will lead social responsibility efforts across diverse sourcing regions, ensuring Carhartt's suppliers maintain safe and fair working environments aligned with international standards.

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About Carhartt WIP

Carhartt Work In Progress (WIP) is part of the family-owned Work in Progress Holding AG. Originally established in the early 1990s as a European distributor and licensee of the iconic U.S. workwear brand Carhartt, the business has since developed its own collections inspired by workwear classics. Carhartt WIP is committed to continuous growth and evolution, while staying true to its roots. Over the past two decades, the brand has grown organically alongside its customers, the culture surrounding it, and its dedicated employees who have shaped Carhartt WIP into what it is today.

To learn more about Carhartt WIP's social sustainability commitments, visit their website here, and explore their CSR goals here.

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What will you be doing in this role?

As the Social Responsibility Sr. Manager, you will be part of a global team leading Carhartt WIP's social responsibility program, focusing on upholding high labor standards across our global supplier base. You'll collaborate closely with suppliers to drive continuous improvement in compliance practices and social responsibility standards.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Social Responsibility Leadership: Oversee and manage the social responsibility process with suppliers across the EMEA region and other global sourcing areas in Asia.

• Auditing and Reporting: Conduct thorough social assessment audits in factories across Turkey, Tunisia, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and additional locations in Asia and Europe as required, and compile detailed assessment reports.

• Supplier Engagement: Guide and train suppliers to address non-compliance issues through tailored support, fostering a culture of partnership, continuous improvement and ethical standards.

• Documentation and Procedures: Develop documentation, procedures, and guidance materials to support and streamline Carhartt WIP's social responsibility processes.

• Compliance and Record-Keeping: Manage and communicate supplier visit reports, Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), and other records and ensure closure of issues found.

• Environmental Policy Support: Coordinate and contribute to the implementation of Carhartt WIP's environmental policies.

• Corporate Responsibility Initiatives: Engage in additional corporate responsibility projects as needed to support broader Carhartt WIP sustainability goals.

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Who are you, and what do you bring?

We know skills and competencies show up in many ways and can be based on your life experience. If you do not meet all the requirements listed, we still encourage you to speak to us about this opportunity.

• Auditing Experience: Proven expertise in conducting comprehensive social responsibility audits across multiple countries.

• Labor Standards Knowledge: Strong understanding of international labor standards and compliance programs.

• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in corporate responsibility, business management, sustainability, or a relevant field (or equivalent years of experience).

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; a collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

• Language Skills: Fluent in written and spoken English; additional language skills are an asset.

• Location: Istanbul, Turkey.

• Willingness to Travel: This role requires frequent travel (up to 50%), both domestically and internationally, to engage directly with suppliers.

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Acre is supporting Carhartt WIP in the hiring process for this position. If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please get in touch with Jacopo Cesari at jacopo.cesari@acre.com.

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When contacting us, please mention the job title of the ad you applied for and attach an English CV or a link to your LinkedIn profile page.

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Please note that only applications directly through our website/LinkedIn will be considered.