· Monitor and support vendor factory performance, including reviewing social compliance audit results, engaging with factories on corrective action plans (CAPs), visiting factories to review remediation progress, and supporting the implementation of the management system.
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Support
capacity-building projects such as Better Work and SEDEX training, as well as
the development of ASICS factory training resources, worker empowerment and
supplier ownership programs.
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Assist
in sustainability projects, including follow-up on Higg FEM adoption, data
collection, implementation of improvement plans, and impact measurement.
· Contribute to special projects such as traceability initiatives and incident investigations and promote the Sound Mind Sound Body program into strategic suppliers.
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Build
and maintain relationships with key internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment
with ethical sourcing practices across business functions.
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International
travel required to Southeast Asian countries and Japan.
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Reporting
to: Head of Global Supply Chain CSR, dotted line reporting to ASICS Sourcing
Vietnam (ASV).
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Internal:
Collaboration with AHQ Supply Chain CSR, ASV, CSR & Sustainability teams in
Europe and USA.
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External:
Engagement with local and regional industry partners (e.g., Better Work
Vietnam), suppliers, factories, SEDEX, and other social compliance programs.
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Bachelor's
degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, or related discipline, or
equivalent experience in relevant fields such as law, policy, or human rights
preferred.
·
5-7 years of experience in ethical sourcing, corporate compliance,
or governance, with auditing experience preferred.
(Expertise
in the human rights field, with in-depth knowledge of labor, environmental,
health, and safety issues)
* Familiarity with SEDEX/SMETA would
be advantageous
·
Ability
to thrive in fast-paced environments, manage tight deadlines, and demonstrate
crisis management skills.
·
Strong
interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively both
internally and externally.
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Passionate
about advocating for workers' rights and the benefits of ethical sourcing.
Fluent
in English, with proficiency in Mandarin considered a plus
