Auditor, Textile Exchange

SCS Global Services; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

SCS Global Services is seeking experienced freelance auditors to conduct Textile Exchange audits across the United States. Auditors will perform on-site and remote assessments of manufacturers, processors, recyclers, and other supply chain actors, with a focus on recycled content and traceability.

Qualified candidates must already be approved by Textile Exchange for GRS or MMS and possess strong technical writing skills to document findings and prepare reports in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Active Textile Exchange qualification required (GRS or MMS)
• Experience auditing Textile Exchange standards within accredited certification systems
• Strong documentation and reporting skills
• Ability to travel within the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site and remote Textile Exchange audits per scheme rules
• Evaluate supply chain traceability and recycled content claims
• Prepare audit reports and maintain supporting documentation
• Communicate with clients and program staff effectively
• Meet milestones and deadlines for audits

Skills

Auditing

Technical writing

Travel availability

English fluency

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SCS Global Services is seeking experienced freelance auditors qualified to conduct Textile Exchange audits to support certification services across U.S.A.

Contract auditors will conduct third-party audits against Textile Exchange standards, primarily focused on recycled content and supply chain traceability within textile and related manufacturing sectors. These audits are conducted within accredited certification systems and follow established scheme requirements and SCS procedures.

Assignments may include on-site and remote audits of manufacturers, processors, recyclers, traders, and other supply chain actors. Auditors will be responsible for performing audits and preparing audit documentation; technical review responsibilities are handled internally by SCS technical staff.

Auditors must already be qualified to audit one or more of the following Textile Exchange standards:

• Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
• Material Matter Standard (MMS)

Additional related audits that may be assigned depending on qualifications/ scope of audit:

• Recycled Claim Standard (RCS)
• SCS Recycled Content
• SCS Recycled Content – Metals

Description

Conduct on-site and remote audits against Textile Exchange standards in accordance with scheme rules and SCS procedures

Evaluate supply chain traceability, recycled content claims, and relevant production processes

Collect objective evidence and assess compliance with applicable program requirements

Prepare accurate and timely audit reports and supporting documentation

Communicate professionally with SCS program staff and client representatives

Support the documentation and closure of audit findings and corrective actions

Maintain auditor competence and stay current with Textile Exchange program requirements

Completion of project milestones and deliverables according to established deadlines including sending audit plans, setting kick-off meetings, scheduling audits, submitting audit reports, and responding and editing reports following technical review

Mandatory Auditor Qualification – Textile Exchange

Candidates must be already approved and qualified by Textile Exchange to conduct audits for one or more Textile Exchange standards.

This includes:

• Active qualification for GRS or MMS audits
• Demonstrated experience conducting Textile Exchange audits within accredited certification systems
• Familiarity with Textile Exchange audit procedures, certification processes, and reporting expectations

Candidates who are not already approved Textile Exchange auditors will not be considered for this role.

Sector Experience (Required)

• Experience auditing or verifying recycled materials and recycled content claims
• Recycled Materials & Circular Economy
• Auditors must demonstrate relevant professional experience within industries associated with Textile

Exchange standards, including:

• Textile and apparel manufacturing
• Textile processing or finishing
• Recycling operations (textile, plastics, or related materials)
• Supply chain traceability systems
• Manufacturing sectors using recycled materials

ISO Management Systems (IMS)

Qualification or experience auditing management systems such as:

• ISO 9001:LA (Quality Management Systems)
• ISO45001:LA (Health and Safety)

Additional Requirements

• Professional fluency in English
• Ability and willingness to travel within the U.S.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple audits and deadlines independently
• Comfortable conducting both on-site and desk-based audits

Preferred Cross-Over Experience (Not Required)

The following experience is strongly valued and may enable additional audit opportunities:

• Familiarity with mass balance systems, material traceability, or chain-of-custody style verification