About This Job

Major Responsibilities

Supply Chain Transparency:

• Assist with development and implementation of improved processes to risk-screen potential new suppliers, and expand and adapt social responsibility initiatives for suppliers beyond Tier 1
• Develop tools to maximize efficiencies and improve current transparency goals
• Identify potential efficiencies and improvements in supply chain mapping initiatives, and play a critical role in achieving Steve Madden's transparency goals

Responsible Sourcing

• Review and manage new factory approvals aligned with our responsible sourcing policy
• Conduct thorough assessments of potential suppliers, ensuring they meet our responsible sourcing criteria, including labor practices, human rights, and environmental standards
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance through regular audits and assessments, providing recommendations for improvement when necessary
• Establish strong relationships with suppliers to foster transparency and facilitate effective communication regarding responsible sourcing initiatives

Social Responsibility

• Develop and maintain knowledge and understanding of social compliance industry trends, monitoring specific countries, and regulations
• Manage and maintain accuracy of Steve Madden factory information and vendor/factory relationships
• Maintain and update factory audit related information and ratings in the system
• Review supplier CAPs for completeness and compliance with Steve Madden Social Compliance Standards
• Develop and maintain good communication and rapport with internal and external partners

Program Management

• Analyze non-compliance trends within the supply chain, using root cause analysis to implement proactive, preventative measures
• Research and assist in the development of corporate protocols and the implementation of customer- required policies
• Communicate with overseas offices, agents, and factories as necessary
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures
• Participate in industry-related webinars and seminars focused on social compliance and sustainability
• Assist with special projects as needed

Critical Skills

• Self-motivated, independent, logical thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving abilities
• Uphold security and confidentiality of documents and data
• Commercial acumen and decisiveness
• Keen understanding of supply chain, vendor management, and compliance data analysis
• Strong attention to detail and follow up

Education And Experience

• At least 5 years' experience in a supply chain and/ or compliance role
• Bachelor's degree in related fields: Apparel Design, Merchandising, Business, Supply Chain etc.
• Extremely detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Strong communicator with a flexible and adaptable approach to new challenges
• Experience researching, evaluating, interpreting, developing, maintaining, and communicating regulations and standards
• Ability to see the "big picture" and provide relevant information to assist in strategic decision making
• Ability to work in a fast paced, everchanging landscape, and adapt as needed
• Demonstrated ability to effectively build relationships and collaborate across a global organization
• Passion for sustainability and a genuine interest in driving positive change within the fashion industry
• A tendency to see opportunity for improvement whenever possible, and bring new, innovative ideas to the team
• High degree of proficiency with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Salary Range: The pay range of this position is $90k - $110k. Actual salary will be determined based off candidate’s skill sets, years of experience, and other job-related factors. This range does not include benefits such as health insurance, paid time off, 401K, and additional company benefits