Lead Auditor Social Schemes (Sub-Contractor)

Sgs; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global inspection company in South Africa is seeking a Principal Auditor for Responsible Sourcing. This role involves collaborating with audit teams and ensuring technical excellence. The ideal candidate should be registered with APSCA, have a degree, at least two years of supply chain experience, and fluent in English and Afrikaans. The position offers a sub-contractor arrangement and requires travel locally and internationally.

Qualifications

• Registered with APSCA and proof of completion of three APSCA exams required.
• Minimum of two years' experience in supply chain activities.
• Own transport and valid driver's license needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and perform audit activities including report preparation.
• Act as sole or lead auditor on selected schemes.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Initiative

Effective workload planning

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Knowledge of labor laws

Knowledge of occupational health and safety

Fluency in English and Afrikaans

Education

Degree

APCSA Auditor training

Job description

Company Description

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. Recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity, our 96 employees operate a network of 2 offices and laboratories worldwide, working together to enable a better, safer, and more interconnected world.

Job Description

The Principal Auditor for Responsible Sourcing / Ethical Trade / Social Compliance collaborates with audit teams to plan, prioritize, and perform audit activities, including report preparation, to ensure technical excellence. They are experienced Lead Auditors with in-depth knowledge of market issues and typically master different schemes. They liaise with Program Managers and support local implementation and improvements.

The ideal candidate must demonstrate initiative, effective workload planning, project management experience (desirable), leadership, excellent communication skills (training), and experience related to the product or similar activities.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Perform all duties in accordance with the SGS Statement of Integrity.
• Act as sole or lead auditor on selected schemes.
• Ensure effective delivery of audits in line with global procedures and scheme / client requirements.
• Meet turnaround times for reports and deliverables.
• Maintain professionalism in client and auditee interactions.
• Promote SGS services through seminars, presentations, and articles.
• Provide technical support to back office and sales teams.
• Review reports from other auditors.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders, including NGOs and industry bodies, and stay updated on industry trends.
• Ensure compliance with SGS's Code of Integrity & Professional Conduct and Impartiality Policy.
• Participate in investigations related to quality or integrity issues.
• Practice safe behaviors, exercising due regard for health and safety policies.
• Witness other auditors to ensure auditing competence.
• Lead and organize audit teams before, during, and after audits.
• Mentor auditors and provide on-the-job training.
• Coordinate with Program Managers for program implementation and share updates with country managers and technical leads.
• Identify areas for quality, integrity, and efficiency improvements.
• Assist in developing and revising audit policies and procedures.
• Address complex issues through escalation and analysis.
• Contribute to technical documentation.

Qualifications

• Registered with APSCA and in the process of completing the three APSCA exams; proof required.
• Social Auditor Training.
• Educational requirements: a degree, recognized auditor training (APSCA), and approval as a second‑party auditor or equivalent training.
• A minimum of two years' experience in supply chain activities, team management/leadership (desirable).
• Fluency in English and Afrikaans.
• Knowledge of labor laws, occupational health and safety, and environmental standards.
• Valid passport and willingness to travel locally and internationally.
• Own transport and a current driver's license.

Additional Information

Remuneration: Sub‑Contractor position. Note: All appointments are made in line with our employment equity plan. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.