Compliance Manager

Our client is a family owned, fast growing business based in Leicester.  They are also Europe's largest licensed apparel and accessories suppliers to high street and online fashion retailers. They have over 22 years of experience in the licensing industry and have considerable knowledge and contacts within the licensing arena, that enables them to stay at the forefront of the licensing industry. They have a comprehensive portfolio of key global brands covering everything from babywear to kids to adult on daywear, nightwear, outerwear, essentials, swimwear and accessories including bags, hats, gloves, watches, umbrellas, jewellery and footwear.
They are now looking for a Compliance Manager to join their team.  This role will be looking for someone who shares their values and have a strong commitment to change the industry for the better.  This is a role that is crucial to the integrity of their global ethical and social programme.

Compliance Manager - The Role:

• Working with Customers, Licensors to collect their social ethical, technical, environmental, building safety, etc compliance requirements
• Working with In-country Compliance teams and Suppliers to implement Customers/Licensors compliance requirements at Factories
• Perform Factory pre-audits and assist in audit preparations
• Review compliance related processes and write up procedures where they are needed
• Closely follow up Factories accreditation process, booking audits, review reports/certificates, non-compliances, corrective actions, expiry dates, etc
• Knowledgeable on Sourcing country laws, regulations or if these are not readily available be able to research/study them as needed
• Working with the company’s supply chain checking traceability and validation of all paperwork
• Monitor the supply base through pro-active management of audit programme, drive improvement through ongoing work with suppliers and with the support of the In-country teams
• Support the business with the ethical compliance programme for the group, undertaking investigations into potential ethical compliance issues
• Manage customer/licensor specific compliance requirements, communication and attend regular meetings as required
• Be able to form close relationships with suppliers, customers and licensors
• Have a good understanding of ethical audit programs: ETI, SMETA, BSCI, WALMART, etc.
• Have a knowledge of sustainability & environmental programs: GOTS, BCI, Higg Index etc.
• Be happy to complete ongoing research, study, and training on latest compliance requirements
• Observe Company Rules, Standard Operating Procedures and Company Policies, particularly in relation to Health and Safety, Harassment, Disciplinary and ICT Security
• Report any findings and suggest solutions to responsible management

Compliance Manager - The Candidate:

• This role would be open to someone with compliance administration experience wanting the next step in their career or an established candidate with compliance experience.
• You will be experienced in working with accessories or apparel, with a knowledge of sustainability and a good knowledge of supply chains, products and raw materials.
• Be a problem solver.  You will be a fast problem solver with the ability to react quickly when needed.
• You will have had experience in Quality Control, ethical and/or product compliance.
• A strong understanding of garment construction and production lines.
• Have a high attention to detail and accuracy and strong on administration
• You will have experience communicating with factories and customers on a daily basis
• Be self-motivated and proactive
• Have product sustainability awareness
• At least 1 years’ experience in a similar role
• Have knowledge of factory auditing processes
• Manage customer/licensors portals
• Excellent planning/prioritising/organising skills
• Great communication skills and able to communicate to various levels within the organisation, customers and supply base
• Can work on own initiative

Compliance Manager - The Package:

• Competitive salary depending on experience