Job Description
We are seeking a highly motivated Sustainability and Compliance Specialist to join our Technical division. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing sustainable credentials, support with regulations, and compliance of various products.
This newly created role is ideal for someone eager to make a significant contribution to our sustainability and compliance programme by working with colleagues and associates to meet sustainability targets and regulatory requirements.
The ideal candidate will be keen to explore the opportunities of this role's potential scope and drive sustainability initiatives, working closely with stakeholders.
The role involves managing six key areas:
1. Sustainability Roadmap
2. Supplier Auditing
3. Product Compliance
4. Packaging Compliance
5. Traceability Programme
6. Marketplace Compliance
Key Responsibilities:
* Drive sustainability initiatives and ensure key elements of the program are implemented appropriately.
* Instigate and manage new & existing sustainable certification standards.
* Ensure Personalisation Techniques comply with certification standards.
* Lead efforts to improve our environmental footprint.
* Oversee the auditing program including supplier qualification, ongoing auditing and monitoring.
* Management of databases and dashboards for reporting compliance and regulatory metrics.
* Devise and instigate supplier performance reviews.
* Conduct regular audits, risk assessments, and inspections to address compliance issues.
* Obtain and review relevant compliance documentation and maintain supply chain certifications.
* Stay updated on legislation and industry standards in key regions.
* Work with supply chain partners to implement sustainable product sourcing.
* Collate data for Digital Product Passports ensuring compliance with all necessary legal and regulatory requirements.
* Develop and manage compliance programs to ensure adherence to regulations.
* Maintain accreditations and monitor supplier due diligence.
* Liaise with regulatory associates and prepare reports and documentation.
* Support initiatives around supply chain mapping and Declarations of Compliance for all product areas.
We require:
* A passion for sustainability and environmental initiatives.
* Excellent communication skills at all levels.
* High level of administration and team support ability.
* Strong analytical and data management skills.
* Organisational skills with attention to detail.
* Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
* Data gathering and building relationships with CSR peers.
* Keen attitude to learning and adapting to changing priorities.
* Effective communication of sustainability practices and regulatory requirements.
Benefits:
* £26,000 salary
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Birthday day off
* Enhanced Maternity & Paternity pay
* EAP
* 2 volunteering days per year
* Summer Hours (3pm finish on Fridays in June, July & August)
* Early payday Friday finish
* Staff discount
* Free onsite parking
We operate a Hybrid working model with 2-3 days per week in the office and 2-3 days from home.