Supreme: Compliance and Sustainability Associate

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Compliance & Sustainability Associate (Supreme)

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES/TASKS:  

• Set up and populate Style Master Testing Chart with relevant style information each season across all product categories.

• Maintain chart with updates from internal and external partners: collating all testing information as well as revising with style additions, cancellations, and relevant design updates.

• Oversee communication with suppliers and test labs monitoring sample submission status, recording tracking numbers for samples sent, and pushing for report release dates and test results.

• Manage all incoming test reports, saving in a clear and accessible location as well as continually updating the Style Master Testing Chart with results.

• Initiate seasonal meetings with the Development team for early pre-testing of high-risk materials.

• Coordinate and track material testing followed by timely proto sample testing for high-risk items.

• Request finished samples for testing as needed, working with PO team to place Testing POs where applicable and within the correct time frame.

• Follow up with suppliers for timely sample submission and with labs for prompt report release dates.

• Complete test request forms for suppliers when and where necessary.

• Work cross functionally with the Production Department (PD) and Logistics teams to ensure timely testing and clearance of all products for successful weekly global releases.

• Communicate testing failures to respective PD team members, consulting with Legal and Buy teams when necessary and providing possible solutions in a timely manner to avoid adversely affecting global release.

• Work to remediate any failures with supplier and expedite re-testing for global market approval.

• Relay solutions and decisions to the respective PD team member and Compliance & Sustainability Manager ensuring all parties notified of conclusion.

• Support testing invoice approval.

• Grow into a key liaison between suppliers and test labs to facilitate the testing process (training suppliers, providing direction, resolving issues).

• Understand business needs and implement best practices including the refinement of the Compliance & Sustainability Team’s SOPs.

• Provide backup support for other members on the Compliance & Sustainability Team when required.

Educational/ Position Requirements: 

• 1-3 years professional experience preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree in or related area preferred or equivalent work experience.

• Ability to work quickly and accurately under pressure and time constraints.

• Ability to prioritize in a fast-paced environment.

• Must have keen attention to detail.

• Must be a self-starter, able to work independently with a proactive working style.

• Excellent customer service skills, personable and positive attitude.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work in teams, seek input and drive solutions.

• Proficient PC skills especially excel.

Free to Be, Inclusion & Diversity

As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness, and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

Skills for Success

Years of related professional experience: 3-5 years of professional experience

VF Guiding Principles: Live with Integrity, Act Courageously, Be Curious, Act with Empathy, and Persevere.

What’s In It for You

We’re in the business of unleashing human potential, driven by the ideas, energy and commitment of our people. That’s why we offer comprehensive benefits that encourage mental, physical and financial well-being for all VF associates. When it comes to benefits, we’re the total package. Go to MyVFBenefits.com and click on “Looking to Join VF?” to learn more.

Our Parent Company, VF Corporation

VF is one of the world’s largest apparel, footwear and accessories companies connecting people to the lifestyles, activities and experiences they cherish through our family of iconic outdoor, active and workwear brands. At the heart of our journey lies our company-wide purpose: We power movements of sustainable and active lifestyles for the betterment of people and our planet. This is our purpose. It’s the reason we come to work every day. It’s a commitment shared by our