Social Responsibility Specialist

Princess Polly Online Pty Ltd; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible working arrangements

Parental leave program

Employee discount program

Office on the Gold Coast

Job summary

Princess Polly Online Pty Ltd on the Gold Coast is seeking a Social Responsibility Specialist to lead ethical sourcing, worker voice programs and human rights due diligence across our global supply network. You will partner with Merchandising, Supply Chain and Production to embed social responsibility standards and drive continuous improvement.

In this role you will manage supplier compliance end-to-end, strengthen traceability, deliver training and collaborate with internal teams to reduce risk

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in ethical sourcing, social responsibility or supply chain sustainability.
• Experience managing supplier compliance, factory audits and corrective action plans.
• Knowledge of human rights, modern slavery and worker voice programs.
• Experience with ethical sourcing platforms such as Sedex, Elevate EiQ, OSC or Worldly (Higg FEM).

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end supplier compliance lifecycle in line with our Code of Conduct.
• Lead worker voice and supplier engagement initiatives.
• Support human rights due diligence and Modern Slavery compliance.
• Partner with Supply Chain to strengthen traceability and supplier risk management.
• Lead and support two on-ground team members.
• Deliver supplier training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance systems and improve processes through technology and automation.
• Collaborate across Merch, Supply Chain and Production to embed social responsibility standards and expectations into supplier relationships.

Skills

Ethical sourcing

Supplier audits

Stakeholder management

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Language skills (Mandarin/Vietnamese)

Tools

Sedex

Elevate EiQ

OSC

Worldly (Higg FEM)

Job description

Social Responsibility Specialist

Princess Polly Online Pty Ltd Burleigh Heads, Queensland, Australia

About this position

Princess Polly is the global fashion brand at the forefront of trend-driven, lower impact and accessible apparel. Established as an online force in the Australian retail scene in 2010, Princess Polly quickly became the clothing brand found in every influencer haul, viral TikTok, Instagram OOTD andceleb street looks. Now, one of the fastest-growing online women's fashion brands in the USA, Princess Polly has been delivering the best online shopping experience to customers worldwide for over 10 years.

As a part of A.K.A Brands; we are a global player with offices located in Los Angeles and Australia’s Gold Coast. With big plans ahead, we're always on the hunt for new talent to join our global team.

At Princess Polly, we're committed to building a more responsible and transparent supply chain. As our Social Responsibility Specialist, you'll play a key role in bringing our ethical sourcing strategy to life by partnering with suppliers to drive meaningful social and environmental outcomes across our global network.

Working cross-functionally across Merchandising, Supply Chain and Production, you'll lead supplier social compliance, worker voice initiatives, environmental programs and human rights due diligence. You'll build trusted supplier partnerships, drive continuous improvement and help ensure our sourcing network meets the high standards we set.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact within a growing global fashion brand committed to responsible sourcing and sustainability.

What you'll do

• Manage the end-to-end supplier compliance lifecycle in line with our Code of Conduct.
• Lead worker voice and supplier engagement initiatives.
• Support human rights due diligence and Modern Slavery compliance.
• Partner with Supply Chain to strengthen traceability and supplier risk management.
• Lead and support two on-ground team members.
• Deliver supplier training and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain compliance systems and improve processes through technology and automation.
• Collaborate across Merch, Supply Chain and Production to embed social responsibility standards and expectations into supplier relationships.

What success looks like

• A compliant and responsible supplier network.
• Strong worker voice and human rights outcomes.
• Measurable environmental improvements across suppliers.
• Trusted partnerships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Efficient compliance processes and continuous improvement.

Skills and experience

• 4+ years' experience in ethical sourcing, social responsibility or supply chain sustainability.
• Experience managing supplier compliance, factory audits and corrective action plans.
• Knowledge of human rights, modern slavery and worker voice programs.
• Experience with ethical sourcing platforms such as Sedex, Elevate EiQ, OSC or Worldly (Higg FEM).
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build trusted supplier relationships.
• Highly organised, with strong problem-solving and project management skills.
• Experience working across global supply chains or with remote teams is highly regarded.
• Mandarin or Vietnamese language skills are advantageous.

We recognise that asking you to give 100% of yourself on a daily basis requires us to offer an amazing opportunity.

• Competitive salary package.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Access to a best in class parental leave and family planning program.
• Exceptional employee discount program.
• A stunning newly renovated office in beautiful Burleigh Heads;
• Work as part of a team of dedicated individuals focused on doing their best each day.
• Staff social activities.
• Monthly birthday celebrations.

Aside from the amazing array of tangible benefits and perks, Princess Polly offers you the chance to make an impact on a fast growing, global business. You have the opportunity to pursue your passion and plan your own future as part of our team!

Princess Polly is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) We're committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all walks of life. Come join us, different makes us better.

What are you waiting for? Come experience something different and amazing in the online fashion space!

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